Brooke Duran
Wichita Falls,TX
Summary
Dedicated and well-qualified RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Detail-oriented, responsive, and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Brings multi-year record in field.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Red River Hospital
Wichita Falls, Tx
07.2023 - Current
- Delivered psychiatric nursing care on Red River Hospital's behavioral health unit.
- Assessed patient mental status and documented findings in clinical records.
- Assessed, evaluated, and monitored patients' physical and mental health conditions to determine nursing care needs.
- Administered medications and monitored responses for safety and adherence.
- Collaborated with physicians, therapists, and social workers on treatment plans.
- De-escalated crisis situations using calm communication and therapeutic intervention.
- Delivered crisis intervention for suicidal ideation or violent behavior, effectively de-escalating situations and ensuring patient safety.
- Implemented evidence-based and best practice problem-solving interventions to establish protective measures for suicide prevention and self-harm.
- Maintained safe milieu standards and followed hospital psychiatric protocols.
- Demonstrated empathy toward clients while providing them with an environment conducive to healing.
- Educated patients and families on coping skills and discharge instructions.
- Educated patients about their diagnosis and available treatment options including psychotherapy or medication regimens.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and setbacks related to their diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Conducted independent risk assessment for self-directed violence, analyzing risk factors, protective factors, mental status and current triggers.
- Coordinated development of collaborative safety plan with patient and family, facilitating a smoother discharge process.
Registered Nurse Ambulatory Surgery Center
Texoma Outpatient Surgery Center
Wichita Falls, Tx
07.2020 - Current
- Prepared outpatient surgery patients for preoperative procedures and anesthesia assessment
- Administered medications and IV therapy per surgeon and anesthesia orders
- Assisted surgical teams with sterile technique and operating room readiness
- Monitored vital signs during recovery in ambulatory surgery center
- Educated patients on discharge instructions and home recovery care
- Coordinated patient flow between pre-op, procedure, and post-anesthesia areas
- Communicated patient status with surgeons, anesthesia staff, and recovery nurses
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Registered Nurse Ambulatory Surgery
Amarillo Cataract & Eye Surgery Center
Amarillo, Texas
08.2017 - 06.2020
- Prepared cataract surgery patients with preoperative assessments and verification
- Monitored vital signs during eye procedures and recovery
- Administered prescribed medications and IV therapies per surgeon orders
- Maintained sterile field for ophthalmic instruments and supplies
- Coordinated with surgeons, anesthesia staff, and recovery teams
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Educated patients on surgery instructions, drops, and aftercare
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate a safe, clean patient environment.
Registered Nurse Labor & Delivery
United Regional Health Care System
Wichita Falls, Texas
06.2005 - 05.2016
- Provided labor and delivery nursing care at United Regional Health Care System.
- Monitored fetal heart patterns and maternal vital signs during childbirth.
- Assessed patients' labor progress and documented clinical findings accurately.
- Administered medications and intravenous fluids following physician orders.
- Coordinated care with obstetricians, anesthesiologists, and neonatal staff.
- Responded quickly to labor emergencies and changing patient conditions.
- Implemented individualized nursing care plans for laboring mothers and newborns.
- Consulted with physicians and other members of care team to identify and assist with complications.
- Discharged mothers and babies after patiently guiding parents through at-home care and follow-up medical care.
- Performed emergency resuscitation measures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
- Assessed and documented the physical condition of mothers and babies and assisted doctors in identifying and treating preeclampsia.
- Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status, and needs of mother and newborn.
- Trained and mentored staff members in obstetrics nursing and care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Vernon College
Vernon, Tx 09.2000 - 05.2005
Skills
- Psychiatric assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Risk assessment
- Medication administration
- EHR charting
- Clinical documentation
- Care coordination
- Discharge planning
- Critical thinking
- Anesthesia monitoring
- Patient education
- Team collaboration
- Unit management and leadership
- Compassionate care
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- Registered Nurse Board of Texas
- ACLS certified
- CPR certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Red River Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Ambulatory Surgery Center
Texoma Outpatient Surgery Center
07.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse Ambulatory Surgery
Amarillo Cataract & Eye Surgery Center
08.2017 - 06.2020
Registered Nurse Labor & Delivery
United Regional Health Care System
06.2005 - 05.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
Vernon College
09.2000 - 05.2005