Brittnie Clark
Saratoga Springs,NY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Albany Stratton VA Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs to ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Administered detoxification protocols and monitored patient vitals throughout treatment phases.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety and quality of care.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Functioned as Charge Nurse on a busy VA medical-surgical unit, overseeing shift operations, coordinating patient admissions/transfers, and supporting staff in managing complex veterans with comorbid medical and behavioral health needs.
Registered Nurse
Albany Medical Center Hospital
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Administered advanced trauma care to critically injured patients in high-pressure environments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Utilized electronic health record systems to document patient information and streamline communication processes.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, demonstrating strong decision-making skills under pressure.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by developing individualized discharge plans tailored to each patient''s unique needs.
- Mentored nursing students during clinical rotations, fostering professional growth and development within the field of trauma nursing.
- Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring and accurate documentation of vital signs, lab results, and medical history.
- Demonstrated adaptability under pressure when managing multiple patients simultaneously during high-acuity situations or periods of increased workload in the trauma center environment.
- Contributed to positive work atmosphere by building trusting relationships with colleagues from various departments, fostering a strong sense of teamwork and collaboration.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Capella University
07-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Maria College of Albany
Albany, NY05-2022
Skills
- Empathetic patient support
- Evidence-based clinical reasoning
- Medication administration
- Attention to detail
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- EMR / EHR
- Patient assessments
- Maintaining privacy
- Chronic disease management
- Treatment Planning
- Mental health nursing
Accomplishments
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Recognized for exceptional care (DAISY AWARD/NOMINATION)
- Reduced medication errors or improved documentation accuracy.
- Led shift as charge nurse or filled in during staffing shortages.
- Initiated early interventions that prevented escalation or ICU transfer.
- Helped de-escalate a psychiatric crisis or family conflict effectively.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Albany Stratton VA Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Albany Medical Center Hospital
06.2022 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Capella University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Maria College of Albany
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