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Brittany Timmer

Cedar Rapids,IA

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

RN Staff Nurse

Forefront Dermatology
06.2024 - Current
  • Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
  • Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
  • Managed complex wound care cases using advanced skills in assessment, dressing application, and infection control measures.
  • Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.

RN Supervisor

Summit Pointe Senior Living
05.2024 - Current
  • Managed critical situations calmly and efficiently, providing guidance to the nursing team during emergencies.
  • Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
  • Served as an approachable leader who consistently addressed concerns raised by both nursing staff and families regarding patient care issues or operational challenges within the unit effectively resolving them promptly whenever possible.
  • Consistently acted as a strong advocate for patients and their families, ensuring that their needs were met while navigating complex healthcare systems.

RN Case Manager

The Gardens
03.2024 - 05.2024
  • Promoted adherence to treatment plans by conducting regular follow-up visits and providing ongoing support to patients.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' needs, enabling more accurate diagnoses and targeted interventions.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing timely follow-ups and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Navigated regulatory requirements effectively, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with relevant laws and guidelines.

RN

ST Lukes Birthcare Center
01.2024 - 02.2024
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.

Surgical Technologist

Unity Point St. Luke's
01.2020 - 01.2024
  • Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures
  • Provided assistance to surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies
  • Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery
  • Cleansed and disinfected operating rooms after procedures were completed
  • Provided support services such as stocking supplies in OR rooms or restocking carts between cases
  • Counted sponges, needles and instruments before and after operation.

Universal Worker

Meadows Assisted Living
02.2011 - 08.2022
  • Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting
  • Administered medications according to physician orders and established guidelines
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate and respiration
  • Prepared meals for residents according to dietary requirements; served food trays at meal times
  • Observed changes in resident behavior or physical condition and reported these to supervisor immediately
  • Performed housekeeping duties such as laundry, cleaning rooms and mopping floors.

Dental Assistant

Dr. Warners
08.2013 - 08.2017
  • Assisted dentist in providing dental treatment to patients, including taking patient medical histories and vital signs
  • Prepared dental materials such as amalgam, composite resin, impression material and cements for use by the dentist
  • Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices
  • Educated patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and habits
  • Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment
  • Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the practice
  • Instructed patients about postoperative instructions prescribed by their dentist.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Purdue Global University
12.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology

Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA
12.2019

Associate of Science - Dental Assisting

NICC
Peosta, IA
08.2013

Skills

  • Patient Safety
  • Wound Care
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Education
  • Medication Administration
  • Specimen Collection
  • Vaccine administration
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Newborn care
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Monitoring Vital Signs
  • Patient Care Assessment
  • Documentation

Timeline

RN Staff Nurse

Forefront Dermatology
06.2024 - Current

RN Supervisor

Summit Pointe Senior Living
05.2024 - Current

RN Case Manager

The Gardens
03.2024 - 05.2024

RN

ST Lukes Birthcare Center
01.2024 - 02.2024

Surgical Technologist

Unity Point St. Luke's
01.2020 - 01.2024

Dental Assistant

Dr. Warners
08.2013 - 08.2017

Universal Worker

Meadows Assisted Living
02.2011 - 08.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Purdue Global University

Associate of Applied Science - Surgical Technology

Kirkwood Community College

Associate of Science - Dental Assisting

NICC

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