Brittney Waycaster
Registered Nurse
Green Cove Springs,FL
Summary
Dependable Registered Nurse proudly offering more than 7 years of expertise in high-stress environments. Personable professional with terrific work ethic promoting positive patient outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
PCU Traveler RN
Medical Solutions
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Ascension St. Vincent
Jacksonville, FL
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Observed patient health and side effects from treatments and medications, noting all details in patient chart.
- Administered and maintained multiple cardiac drips and medications to up to 5 patients as prescribed by physicians.
- Utilized specialized equipment to track and monitor patients' vital signs in post heart cath unit.
- Routinely adjusted and managed care as needed for critically ill patients.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills as charge nurse.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Terrace Of Jacksonville
03.2018 - 07.2021
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures for 180 bed facility.
- Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Graduate Practical Nurse
Kartsonis Family Medicine
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Completed, maintained and submitted accurate and relevant clinical notes regarding patient condition and treatment plan to facilitate continuity of care.
- Conferred with RN to identify patient care needs and support and prepare patient admission, transfer or discharge.
- Obtained information from patient interview and observation and documented vital signs, weights and heights to facilitate patient care activities.
- Instructed and counseled patient and family in meeting nursing and related needs to support plan of care.
Education
Associate of Science - LPN To RN Bridge Program
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL 05.2020 - 05.2021
Associate of Arts -
St. Johns River State College
Palatka, FL 05.2018 - 07.2020
LPN Technical Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
First Coast Technical College
Saint Augustine, FL 01.2017 - 02.2018
Skills
Strong clinical judgment
Patient and family advocacy
Chronic disease management
Preventive health
EMR / EHR
Timeline
Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
PCU Traveler RN
Medical Solutions
07.2023 - 09.2024
Telemetry Registered Nurse
Ascension St. Vincent
07.2021 - 07.2023
Associate of Science - LPN To RN Bridge Program
Florida State College At Jacksonville
05.2020 - 05.2021
Associate of Arts -
St. Johns River State College
05.2018 - 07.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Terrace Of Jacksonville
03.2018 - 07.2021
Graduate Practical Nurse
Kartsonis Family Medicine
01.2018 - 04.2018
LPN Technical Degree - Licensed Practical Nurse
First Coast Technical College
01.2017 - 02.2018
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