Brittany Church
East Bend,NC
Summary
Experienced Interventional Radiology Nurse with specialty in Neuro-Radiology and Vascular invasive procedures. As a Neuro/ Interventional Radiology RN, I am responsible for the safe care of patients undergoing Neuro Interventional Radiology Procedures: diagnostic, coiling, stenting, and thrombectomy. As an experienced Neuro/ IR RN my duties include a Neuro Assessment with NIH, administration and monitoring of moderate sedation, assisting with airway management, hemodynamic monitoring and management of critical care infusions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
IR RN/Travel Registered Nurse
UVA Health
Charlottesville, VA
12.2023 - Current
- Assisted radiologists in interventional radiology procedures, such as catheterizations, angioplasties and biopsies.
- RN who assisted in various Neuro endo-vascular procedures including: Stroke in adults, Arteriovenous malformations, and aneurysms.
- Assessed patient's condition and prepared them for the intervention by explaining the procedure and answering any questions they may have had.
- Initiated emergency interventions when needed during a procedure or post-procedure recovery period.
- Cared for patients undergoing complex vascular access procedures such as fistulas, grafts, and central lines placement.
- Managed communication between physicians and other healthcare team members regarding patient care needs during an intervention.
IR RN/Travel Nurse
UNC Health Nash General Hospital
Rocky Mount, NC
06.2022 - 12.2023
- RN who assisted in various Neuro endo-vascular procedures including: Stroke in adults, Arteriovenous malformations, and aneurysms.
- NIH Stroke scale certified.
- Resuscitated and stabilized patients with complex cerebral injuries and disorders.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assisted with procedures such as spinal reconstructions and follow-up recovery care.
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Wake Forest Baptist Health
Winston-Salem, NC
09.2020 - 02.2023
- Neuro RN who actively participated in stroke interventions in adults.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Provided skilled direct nursing care to emergent stroke patients in Interventional radiology.
ED Staff Registered Nurse
Novant Health
Winston Salem , NC
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Stabilized patients, determined health needs and provided direct patient care.
- Rendered direct patient care by stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
Nurse Manager
Southern Health Partners. Inc
Chattanooga, TN
04.2018 - 08.2020
- Managed performance of Five-person nursing staff, reviewing task completion, prioritization and report quality.
- Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of policies to assist local health departments with patient care decisions.
- Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff as needed.
- Provided case management, milieu management and emergency intervention.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ07.2020
Associate degree - Nursing
Guilford Technical Community College
Jamestown, NC05.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Guilford Technical Community College
Jamestown, NC07.2016
Skills
- Experienced RN assisting the neurosurgeons with stroke interventions
- Experienced with Interventional radiology procedures
- IV drug therapy management / PCA pump
- Intake and discharge
Timeline
IR RN/Travel Registered Nurse
UVA Health
12.2023 - Current
IR RN/Travel Nurse
UNC Health Nash General Hospital
06.2022 - 12.2023
Interventional Radiology Nurse
Wake Forest Baptist Health
09.2020 - 02.2023
ED Staff Registered Nurse
Novant Health
09.2019 - 08.2020
Nurse Manager
Southern Health Partners. Inc
04.2018 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate degree - Nursing
Guilford Technical Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Guilford Technical Community College
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