Brooke Pirtle
Oak Harbor
Summary
Emergency department nurse and clinical educator with strong ability to tailor training programs to meet diverse learning needs; enhancing clinical skills among nursing staff. Proven success in creating a supportive learning environment that promotes professional growth and development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse Educator, Emergency Dept
Skagit Regional Health
Mt. Vernon
09.2025 - Current
- Created educational programs focused on evidence-based practices for nursing staff.
- Conducted training sessions to enhance clinical skills and competencies.
- Assessed nursing education needs through evaluations and feedback mechanisms.
- Developed instructional materials aligned with hospital policies and procedures.
- Coached nurses during their transition from student status to professional practice.
ER Charge Nurse
Whidbey health
Coupeville
09.2023 - 09.2025
- Supervised nursing staff in high-volume emergency situations to ensure effective patient care.
- Facilitated admissions, transfers, and discharges to streamline patient flow.
- Precepted new nurses on hospital policies, medical procedures, patient care techniques, and workflows to enhance operational efficiency.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and health maintenance strategies.
- Conducted assessments and interventions to optimize patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
Panama City
07.2020 - 07.2023
- Functioned as Triage RN and Charge RN at three hospitals in North Florida division.
- Administered emergency care to patients during critical situations.
- Educated patients and families on treatment processes and recovery plans.
- Documented patient information accurately within electronic health records.
- Trained nursing staff on patient care protocols and daily tasks.
- Maintained effective communication with physicians to coordinate patient care.
- Supported growth and professional development of nursing team members.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Whidbey health
Coupeville
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Joined Whidbey Health's emergency department due to military relocation.
- Functioned as staff nurse, executing triage and floor duties effectively.
- Elevated to dayshift charge nurse, leading the team and ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
ED Flex Pool RN
Southern Illinois Healthcare
Carbondale
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Served as ED flex pool nurse across three hospitals within this healthcare system.
- Completed extensive training in trauma, neuro, and cardiac care.
- Learned to document patient assessments and interventions efficiently and accurately in electronic health records.
- Developed critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Began advocating for patients' needs and preferences during care discussions with providers.
ED TECH/CNA
Southern Illinois Healthcare
Carbondale
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Worked as an ED tech through nursing school, learning the basics of emergency medicine.
- Assisted medical staff in emergency procedures and patient care.
- Provided patient care under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or licensed physician.
- Prepared treatment rooms and ensured cleanliness and organization.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care was provided.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN05-2027
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL12.2018
Skills
- Emergency department clinical expertise
- Leadership and mentoring
- Clinical education and instruction
- Simulation training
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
- Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
- Epic EHR
- Meditech EHR
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Educator, Emergency Dept
Skagit Regional Health
09.2025 - Current
ER Charge Nurse
Whidbey health
09.2023 - 09.2025
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions
07.2020 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Whidbey health
06.2019 - 06.2020
ED Flex Pool RN
Southern Illinois Healthcare
06.2018 - 06.2019
ED TECH/CNA
Southern Illinois Healthcare
08.2015 - 05.2019
Master of Science - Nursing Education
Capella University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Southern Illinois University