Brittany Wallace
Newport News,VA
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Manager Medical 4 and Hospital Overflow
Riverside Regional Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
- Streamlined nursing operations for increased efficiency by optimizing staff scheduling and resource allocation.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Reviewed department performance and adjusted coverage to compensate for changing conditions.
- Developed strategy to target nursing and patient satisfaction issues, improve response, and patient care quality and suggest actionable improvements to promote hospital-wide quality and safety initiatives.
- Managed budgets and controlled costs, achieving financial targets without compromising patient care quality.
- Implemented infection control measures, resulting in reduced incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Assistant Nurse Manger Medical 4 and Ortho/Truama
Riverside Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Expedited discharge processes by coordinating with various departments for timely completion of required paperwork.
- Contributed to cost-saving initiatives by identifying areas for waste reduction without compromising patient care quality.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Staff RN, Oncology Intensive Care Unit
Riverside Regional Medical Center
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided education on disease management, self-care techniques, and preventive measures to patients and families.
- Assisted physicians during procedures by preparing equipment, monitoring patient status, and ensuring sterile environments.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient outcomes through process improvements.
- Advocated for the needs of patients within the healthcare system while maintaining confidentiality and respecting patients'' rights.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Coordinated discharge planning in collaboration with case managers, social workers, and other support staff for optimal continuity of care after hospitalization.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Staff RN, Medical Oncology
Pikeville Medical Center
08.2014 - 01.2018
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, sharing knowledge, expertise, and best practices to improve their skills and confidence.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing compassionate, attentive, and empathetic care.
- Promoted patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and conducting regular health assessments.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Administration
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Virginia's College At Wise
Wise, VA05.2014
Skills
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Clinical Supervision
- Infection Control
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Student Precepting
- Department management
- Critical Thinking
- Hiring and Terminations
- Documentation
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Budget Management
- Medication and IV administration
Affiliations
- The Beryl Institute
- American Organization for Nursing Leadership
- Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses
Timeline
Nurse Manager Medical 4 and Hospital Overflow
Riverside Regional Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
Assistant Nurse Manger Medical 4 and Ortho/Truama
Riverside Regional Medical Center
01.2022 - 10.2022
Staff RN, Oncology Intensive Care Unit
Riverside Regional Medical Center
01.2018 - 01.2022
Staff RN, Medical Oncology
Pikeville Medical Center
08.2014 - 01.2018
Master of Science - Nursing Leadership And Administration
Capella University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Virginia's College At Wise
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