BRITTANY G. BROWN
Roxie,USA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills, and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications, and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Very adaptable, with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Advantage Medical Professionals
Metairie, LA
09.2023 - Current
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans and goals for each patient.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services provided in accordance with agency policy and procedures.
- Instructed individuals on how to cope with their mental health conditions through lifestyle changes, such as diet or exercise regimens.
- Assessed client responses to medication regimes and reported any adverse reactions.
- Encouraged positive behavior change by reinforcing desired behaviors through reward systems.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Administered medications according to physician orders.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for patients in a residential setting.
- Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
- Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Adams County Correctional Center
Natchez, MS
06.2018 - 05.2024
- Recorded patient medical history and documented previous or observable symptoms
- Educated patients on conditions, treatment options and possible outcomes
- Evaluated, updated and revised plans of care to achieve intended outcomes
- Supervised LPNs and delegated work tasks to team strengths
- Trained, guided and managed new staff on nursing procedures
- Engaged with patients, learning about each individual and establishing rapport to encourage personal comfort
- Participated in facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and action plans to address any deficiencies
- Administered medications to patients and monitored physical responses
- Prepared medical equipment to aid physician during examinations and treatment of patients
- Assessed patient vital signs and documented diet and exercise habits
- Implemented infection control procedures to protect patients and staff
- Maintained safe, caring environments for patients
- Performed diagnostic and clinical tests to assess patient conditions
- Initiated emergency resuscitative measures, following resuscitation and advanced life support protocols
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored patients for side effects and adverse reactions
- Consulted and coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans
- Completed detailed patient intakes, including documenting patient histories and current vitals
- Immunized patients against common infections such as influenza and tetanus with routine vaccinations
- Maintained accurate, detailed reports and records
- Adhered to strict HIPAA regulations, maintaining confidentiality in data and patient matters
- Administered medications to patients and monitored patients for reactions or side effects
- Trained student and newly-registered nurses in the correct nursing procedures and performance strategies
- Monitored patients closely to spot problems and reported serious concerns to treating physicians for timely interventions
- Monitored, recorded and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions
- Readied rooms, supplies and instruments for upcoming procedures and expected patients
- Reported signs of patient abuse and neglect to appropriate authorities
- Consulted with healthcare team to plan and implement patient treatment protocols
- Explained complex medical terminology in easy-to-understand language for patients and caregivers
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
Registered Nurse, Acute Care
Elayn Hunt Correctional Center
St. Gabriel, LA
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Evaluated patient response to nursing interventions and altered care plans through ongoing assessments
- Administered medications and delivered treatments according to facility policies and state licensing requirements
- Facilitated communication between members of interdisciplinary team to achieve desired patient outcomes
- Interpreted diagnostic tests and formulated care plans following optimal nursing practice
- Followed HIPAA regulations and enforced policies to maintain security of patient information
- Audited charts to check nursing notes and assess compliance with documentation practices
- Supervised medication administration for residents
- Prepared paperwork and helped coordinate patient movements for new admissions, transfers and discharges
- Directed day-to-day functions of RNs, LPNs and CNAs
- Admitted, transferred and discharged patients according to policy
- Completed quality care audits to verify condition of equipment and level of unit supplies
- Reported signs of patient abuse and neglect to appropriate authorities
- Maintained accurate, detailed reports and records
- Administered medications to patients and monitored patients for reactions or side effects
- Delivers high level of individualized care with appropriate age to specific patient populations
- Educated patients, family members and caregivers on conditions and treatment protocols to aid in compliance and improve outcomes
- Monitored, recorded and reported symptoms or changes in patients' conditions
- Explained complex medical terminology in easy-to-understand language for patients and caregivers
- Consulted and coordinated with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions
- Adhered to strict HIPAA regulations, maintaining confidentiality in data and patient matters
- Consulted with health care team to plan and implement patient treatment protocols
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN01-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ01.2023
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southwest Mississippi Community College
Summit, MS01.2016
Associate of Arts - Pre-Nursing
Copiah Lincoln Community College
Wesson, MS01.2011
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Carteret Community College
Morehead City, NC01.2009
Diploma - Medical Assistant
TESST College of Technology
Alexandria, VA01.2005
High School Diploma -
Franklin High School
Meadville, MS01.2003
Skills
- Documenting vitals
- EMR systems
- Team coordination
- Patient care
- Care planning
- Patient assessments
- ADL assistance
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Ventilation support
- Monitor vital signs
- Administer medication
- Multitasking
- Teamwork
- Coordination
- Problem-solving
- Public speaking
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Group therapy facilitation
- Medication Administration
- Nursing care
- Therapeutic communication
- Suicide Prevention
- Care team collaboration
- Client Education
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Clinical Documentation
- Treatment Planning
- Patient Assessments
- Care plan adjustment
- Direct Patient Care
- Group therapy coordination
- Protocol compliance
- Cultural competence
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Advantage Medical Professionals
09.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Acute Care
Elayn Hunt Correctional Center
02.2023 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse
Adams County Correctional Center
06.2018 - 05.2024
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southwest Mississippi Community College
Associate of Arts - Pre-Nursing
Copiah Lincoln Community College
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Carteret Community College
Diploma - Medical Assistant
TESST College of Technology
High School Diploma -
Franklin High School
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