Brittany Westfall
El Dorado Springs,MO
Summary
I'm a hardworking and compassionate RN bringing demonstrated quality patient care, medication monitoring and treatment management experience. Adaptable and resilient with strong attention to detail, clinical judgment, and a passion for patient advocacy. 18 months of med/surg nursing experience.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Staff Nurse
Cox Health
12.2022 - Current
- Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
- Served as liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for continuity of care.
- Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Managed complex wound care cases using advanced skills in assessment, dressing application, and infection control measures.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions, revising care plans as needed to ensure optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, skilled at controlling and de-escalating situations.
CNA, Student Nurse
Spring River Christian Village
03.2021 - 12.2022
- Assisted residents with all ADL's
- Administered oral, injectable, and IV medications
- Assessed and treated residents admitted for rehabilitation, wound care, and long term care
- Documentation of assessments and other pertinent resident information.
General Surgery Nurse Tech
Freeman Health
05.2017 - 08.2018
- Assisted post-op patients with ambulation, feeding, bathing, meals, and all other aspects of ADL's
- Responsible for obtaining post op vitals and reporting to nursing staff
- Performed various tasks including foley discontinuation, enemas, routine wound dressing, telemetry setup, and removing I.V
- Lines.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Missouri Veterans Home
01.2015 - 04.2017
- Assist Veterans with all aspects of ADLs including use of mechanical lifts for veteran mobility
- Responsible for observation and reporting of veterans' physical and emotional needs
- Assist throughout facility including dementia unit
- Responsible for obtaining vital signs and reporting any abnormal readings.
Cardiac Patient Care Associate
Mercy
02.2013 - 05.2014
- Assisted cardiac post-op patients with ambulation, feeding, and bathing
- Responsible for monitoring post op vitals and reporting to nursing staff
- Performed various tasks including Foley catheterization, enemas, routine wound dressing, telemetry setup, and removing I.V.
- Assisted cardiac post-op patients with ambulation, feeding, and bathing
Home Health Aide
Integrity Home Care
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Assisted clients with ADL's and housekeeping in their homes
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Crowder College Nursing Program
Neosho, MO12.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ozarks Technical College
12.2011
Skills
- BLS/ACLS Certified
- Geriatric Nursing
- Direct Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Care Planning
- Hospice and palliative care
- EMR / EHR Cerner documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Infection Control
- Compassionate and Caring
- Patient and family advocacy
Timeline
RN Staff Nurse
Cox Health
12.2022 - Current
CNA, Student Nurse
Spring River Christian Village
03.2021 - 12.2022
General Surgery Nurse Tech
Freeman Health
05.2017 - 08.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Missouri Veterans Home
01.2015 - 04.2017
Cardiac Patient Care Associate
Mercy
02.2013 - 05.2014
Home Health Aide
Integrity Home Care
01.2011 - 01.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
Crowder College Nursing Program
Certified Nursing Assistant
Ozarks Technical College
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