Brittney Tolle, RN, BSN (military Spouse)
Murrieta,CA
Summary
Ambitious Registered Nurse with experience facilitating physical and psychosocial needs of surgical patients. Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology. Fosters relationships and coordinates with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. In addition, a Surgical Services Staff RN providing work history aiding surgical staff and delivering dedicated patient care. Expertly evaluated patients, monitored throughout surgical recovery and documented health information. Prioritized patient advocacy by proactively identifying issues, listening to patients and taking action quickly.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
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San Diego Outpatient Surgery Center
San Diego, CA
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Participated in pre-operative meetings with other healthcare team members.
- Coordinated with anesthesiologists to ensure optimal patient care conditions were met.
- Assessed patient condition and monitored vital signs.
- Verified accuracy of medication orders prior to administering them.
- Maintained accurate records of patient's health information, treatments and medications administered.
- Reviewed patients' medical histories prior to surgical procedure.
- Assisted surgeons during operative procedures.
- Administered medications, treatments and injections according to established protocols.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Pre-op & PACU Registered Nurse
American Surgery Center
Wilmington, DE
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
- Informed patients, family members and caregivers of physician instructions for post-operative at-home care.
- Observed surgical procedures to closely monitor patient and quickly assist physician with potential complications or additional needs.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Tayani Surgical Institute
San Clemente, CA
04.2018 - 11.2018
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
- Observed body language, movement and demeanor to anticipate surgeon's needs and maintain procedure sterility during operation.
- Performed comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, devise care plans, modify care solutions and support patient rights.
- Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences.
- Minimized infections using ChloraPrep, Mueller and Snowden-Pencer laparoscopic instruments and infection prevention products.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Inland Eye Specialists
Murrieta, CA
06.2017 - 10.2017
- Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
- Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
- Handled laboratory specimens and inspected containers for correct packaging and labeling.
- Administered treatments, therapies and medication according to prescribed methods and protocols.
- Educated patients and families on medical and surgical procedures, medication regimens and pain management.
- Supervised processes and verified patient information to support patient care.
- Transferred patients from operating room to recovery room on stretchers and in wheelchairs.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
RN Supervisor
LifeStream Blood Bank
San Bernardino, CA
06.2016 - 10.2016
- Oversaw multi-unit operations and addressed operational, staffing and care issues with immediate or long-term impacts.
- Partnered with organizational and unit leaders to devise QA/QI initiatives, continuously improving delivery of care, patient outcomes and overall services.
- Coordinated and led in-services to facilitate nursing leadership development and career growth.
- Monitored infection control and critical incidents and made changes and improvements to processes where necessary.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
MRI Registered Nurse
Sharp & Radys MRI Center
San Diego, CA
03.2015 - 01.2016
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Maintained clean and sterile fields in operating rooms when assisting anesthesiologists.
- Cleaned and restocked carts in operating rooms for general surgery and labor and delivery.
- Coordinated and set up supplies and equipment for planned procedures.
- Kept work areas and equipment clean and sanitized for optimal protection.
- Helped place intravenous infusion lines and invasive pressure monitoring devices.
- Calibrated anesthesia delivery systems and monitors to conduct pretests.
- Monitored patients' progress during post-anesthesia period to document findings.
Charge Registered Nurse
Life Care Center
Menifee, CA
01.2014 - 07.2015
- Collaborated with physicians and nursing staff to deliver quality care.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Built and maintained excellent rapport with patients and loved ones.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
- Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Oversaw medication administration, monitored distribution and documented responses.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kaplan College
San Diego, CA09.2013
Skills
- Compassionate and Caring
- Care Coordination
- Medication Administration
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Critical Thinking
- Infection Control
- Direct Patient Care
- Medical Recordkeeping
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association - 2023
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association- 2023
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), American Heart Association- 2023
- Licensed CA Registered Nurse- 2013- #852584
- Licensed DE Registered Nurse- 2018- #L1-0053121
Timeline
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San Diego Outpatient Surgery Center
06.2023 - 02.2024
Pre-op & PACU Registered Nurse
American Surgery Center
06.2019 - 02.2020
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Tayani Surgical Institute
04.2018 - 11.2018
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Inland Eye Specialists
06.2017 - 10.2017
RN Supervisor
LifeStream Blood Bank
06.2016 - 10.2016
MRI Registered Nurse
Sharp & Radys MRI Center
03.2015 - 01.2016
Charge Registered Nurse
Life Care Center
01.2014 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Kaplan College
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