Brittany Sawyer
Alexander,NC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Clinical Nurse Unit
Mission Health
04.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
Care Partners- Mission Health
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mission Health System
02.2020 - 03.2022
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation
Mission Health System
10.2017 - 03.2020
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN06.2020
Associate Degree in Nursing - Registered Nurse
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NC12.2017
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NC06.2013
High School Diploma -
North Buncombe High School
Weaverville, NC06.2009
Skills
- Supply Restocking
- Case Management
- Precepting
- Chart Updating
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Patient Management
- Wound Care
- Medical Assessment
- Patient Assessments
- EMR / EHR
- Patient Care
Certification
- BLS, expires 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Clinical Nurse Unit
Mission Health
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
Care Partners- Mission Health
03.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Mission Health System
02.2020 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation
Mission Health System
10.2017 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Capella University
Associate Degree in Nursing - Registered Nurse
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
North Buncombe High School