Brittney Schaefer
Council Bluffs,IA
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.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Charge Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Jennie Edmundson Hospital
Council Bluffs, IA
05.2022 - Current
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Performed health education activities with patients to promote understanding of medical condition and self-care skills.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Maintained accurate records of all treatment interventions provided to each patient.
- Implemented safety protocols when administering medications or performing treatments.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
Registered Nurse
Ambassador Health Pediatrics
Omaha , NE
06.2017 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided bedside care and treatment for patients in Pediatric unit.
- Helped young patients feel comfortable with procedures and immunizations.
- Analyzed and interpreted patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings and diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnosis.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, advanced airway management.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Jennie Edmundson Hospital
Council Bluffs, IA
06.2015 - 06.2017
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Assisted nursing staff
Room Service Ambassador
Jennie Edmundson Hospital
Council Bluffs, IA
10.2011 - 06.2015
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
- Arranged food, utensils and condiments on trays to serve meals with necessary items.
- Prepared food trays for both general and therapeutic diets, maintaining proper temperatures for hot
and cold foods - Took food orders and relayed them to kitchen
- Assisted patients on therapeutic diets such as, diabetic or renal diets, to choose appropriate food items.
Server
Applebee's Grill + Bar
Council Bluffs, IA
10.2010 - 10.2011
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing and cash management practices.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, IA05.2017
Vocational - Nusing
Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, IA12.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Pre-Medicine
Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, IA05.2012
Skills
- Patient Examination
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Preventive Healthcare
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Accurate Documentation
- PICC/Central Line Management
- Pulmonary Conditions
- Airway Management
- Clinical assessment
- Postpartum Care
- Labor Management
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- IV Insertion
- Student Precepting
- Excellent Communication
- Delegation and Motivation
- Adaptability
- Decision-Making
- Problem-solving aptitude
Certification
- BLS
- NRP
- ACLS
Timeline
Staff Charge Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Jennie Edmundson Hospital
05.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Ambassador Health Pediatrics
06.2017 - 05.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Jennie Edmundson Hospital
06.2015 - 06.2017
Room Service Ambassador
Jennie Edmundson Hospital
10.2011 - 06.2015
Server
Applebee's Grill + Bar
10.2010 - 10.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Iowa Western Community College
Vocational - Nusing
Iowa Western Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Pre-Medicine
Iowa Western Community College
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