Brittany Simmons
Nurse Practitioner
Racine,WI
Summary
Professional healthcare provider bringing valuable experience in primary care and patient management. Known for fostering collaborative team environments and achieving positive patient outcomes by utilizing evidence-based practices. Adaptable to changing healthcare needs, with focus on patient education and chronic disease management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Veterans Affairs Hospital
09.2025 - Current
- Managed acute and chronic illnesses, conducting thorough assessments and developing appropriate treatment plans in collaboration with physicians.
- Promoted overall wellness by educating patients on disease prevention, healthy lifestyle choices, and self-care management techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes and ensure continuity of care.
- Conducted physical examinations, ordered diagnostic tests, interpreted results, and formulated diagnoses under physician supervision when necessary.
- Contributed to quality improvement efforts within the practice by identifying areas for potential enhancement and implementing new strategies accordingly.
- Enhanced clinical skills through ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in primary care nursing.
- Utilized evidence-based practice principles to guide clinical decision-making in the management of acute and chronic health conditions.
Urgent Care Registered Nurse
Aurora Health Care - Urgent Care
01.2023 - 01.2026
- Streamlined the triage process to prioritize urgent cases and allocate resources effectively for optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed complex cases with comorbidities by developing tailored nursing care plans that addressed both acute symptoms and chronic conditions effectively.
- Provided lifesaving interventions during critical situations, stabilizing patients until transfer to appropriate hospital departments or discharge from the facility.
- Educated patients on proper aftercare procedures, potential complications, and necessary follow-up appointments to promote long-term health and recovery.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
RN Case Manager
Community Care Inc.
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Reduced hospital readmission rates with proactive follow-up care and patient education on self-management techniques.
- Streamlined discharge planning, ensuring patients received necessary resources and support for recovery at home.
- Implemented patient feedback system to identify areas for improvement in case management services.
- Navigated regulatory requirements effectively, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with relevant laws and guidelines.
- Facilitated multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care, fostering collaborative approach to healthcare.
Primary Care Nurse
Aurora Health Care
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided preventive care services including screenings, physical examinations, and counseling on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
- Encouraged health-promoting behaviors to improve patient health and reverse disease.
- Conducted telephone triage to patient, family and significant others using nursing judgment according to protocol.
- Educated patients on medication management to ensure proper adherence and minimize potential adverse effects.
- Coordinated referrals to specialty providers when necessary, facilitating seamless transitions of care between different healthcare professionals.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices and advancements within the nursing field.
- Advocated for patients within the healthcare system by addressing concerns or barriers to optimal treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Ridgewood Care Center
07.2020 - 12.2021
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- 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.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Correctional Nurse
Mend Correctional Care
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Prevented potential health crises by conducting thorough screenings during intake processes for new inmates.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Supported mental health needs of inmates by identifying at-risk individuals and coordinating appropriate referrals to psychiatric professionals when necessary.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL 05.2001 -
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
Chamberlain University
Downers Grove, IL 05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gateway Technical College
Kenosha, WI 05.2001 -
Skills
Patient education
Health promotion
Collaborative and leadership abilities
Quality improvement
Medication management
Chronic disease management
Clinical decision making
Diagnosis and treatment
Excellent communication
Professional ethics
Adaptability and flexibility
Interprofessional collaboration
Timeline
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Veterans Affairs Hospital
09.2025 - Current
Urgent Care Registered Nurse
Aurora Health Care - Urgent Care
01.2023 - 01.2026
RN Case Manager
Community Care Inc.
03.2022 - 02.2023
Primary Care Nurse
Aurora Health Care
05.2021 - 05.2022
Correctional Nurse
Mend Correctional Care
11.2020 - 05.2021
Registered Nurse
Ridgewood Care Center
07.2020 - 12.2021
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
Chamberlain University
05.2001 -
Master of Science - Nursing Practice
Chamberlain University
05.2001 -
Associate of Science - Nursing
Gateway Technical College
05.2001 -