Brooke Brookman
Byron,Minnesota
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 22 years of diverse experience in direct patient care. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. RN with a proven track record at Mayo Clinic, showcasing strong clinical judgment and a high level of autonomy. Adept at leading teams through complex surgical procedures, enhancing patient care, and implementing innovative care models. An empathetic leader with exceptional communication skills, committed to advancing nursing practices and patient outcomes. Compassionate nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Hardworking with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Department of Gynecology Ambulatory
Mayo Clinic
02.2018 - Current
- Advised patients and caregivers of post-surgical care including proper wound management, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Scheduled patients for surgery including complex combined cases involving multiple surgeons.
- Read, interpreted, and analyzed around 40+ patient portal messages daily using clinical judgment and knowledge including test results, medications, patient questions, and provider recommendations.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information, and home care techniques to patients on their patient portal.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during procedures
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention, and morale.
- Evaluated patient histories and current symptoms.
- Work closely with providers in caring for complex and chronically ill patients in the clinic and virtually
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals from acute incidents to dealing with chronic conditions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients.
- Key role in developing and implementing Care Teams Model
- Assist providers with in-office procedures
RN Outpatient Procedure Center
Mayo Clinic
02.2015 - 02.2018
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Charge nurse
- Assisted with multiple specialties with surgical procedures
- Provided effective bedside care to patients before and after procedures to deliver comfort.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
- Provided instruction to patients and family members before and after surgical procedures.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Sanitized, selected and organizing instruments, equipment and supplies according to surgeon preferences.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Preceptor for new RNs
Staff Nurse Recruiter
Mayo Clinic
01.2006 - 04.2017
- Traveled to nursing schools and National Conventions around the country to recruit nurses to Mayo Clinic 2+ times a year.
- Informed nursing students about employment at Mayo Clinic including benefits, relocation, opportunities, orientation, Summer III program, and answered questions.
RN Mother Baby and Labor and Delivery
Mayo Clinic
02.2013 - 02.2015
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies..
RN Vascular Thoracic Surgery
Mayo Clinic
06.2002 - 02.2013
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Responsible for understanding complex surgical procedures
- Quickly adapting to emergent situations
- Preceptor for new RNs
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Provided on call care for holidays and weekends
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Charge nurse
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
- Selected and organizing instruments, equipment and supplies according to surgeon preferences.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
Education
No Degree - Graduate Special Student
Winona State
RochesterBachelor of Science - Nursing
Allen College
Waterloo, IA05.2002
Skills
- Strong clinical judgement
- High level of autonomy
- Team oriented
- Accountable
- Adaptable
- Empathetic and caring
- Time management skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Compassionate
- Leader
- Problem-solving abilities
- Organized
- Self-motivated
- Prioritizes
- Critical thinker
- Insightful
- BLS certified
- Precepting
Timeline
RN Department of Gynecology Ambulatory
Mayo Clinic
02.2018 - Current
RN Outpatient Procedure Center
Mayo Clinic
02.2015 - 02.2018
RN Mother Baby and Labor and Delivery
Mayo Clinic
02.2013 - 02.2015
Staff Nurse Recruiter
Mayo Clinic
01.2006 - 04.2017
RN Vascular Thoracic Surgery
Mayo Clinic
06.2002 - 02.2013
No Degree - Graduate Special Student
Winona State
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Allen College
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