Brooklyn Spinks
Syracuse
Summary
Registered Nurse with a strong focus on quality patient care and education. Experienced in executing skilled nursing procedures while facilitating seamless communication among patients, families, and providers. Proactively identifies care needs and implements interventions to support optimal health outcomes and enhance patient independence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse/Case Manager
CenterWell
Syracuse
11.2025 - Current
- Manage a high-volume caseload of 50+ patients, prioritizing care needs, coordinating services, and ensuring timely interventions to prevent complications and rehospitalizations.
- Perform comprehensive assessments and develop individualized, goal-oriented care plans in collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
- Serve as primary point of contact for patients, families, and providers, ensuring seamless communication and continuity of care.
- Delivered skilled nursing care in home setting for patients with complex, chronic, and post-acute conditions, enhancing safety and independence.
- Execute skilled nursing procedures including wound care, medication/IV administration, and post-surgical monitoring, while identifying early signs of clinical decline.
- Provided patient and caregiver education on disease management, medication adherence, wound care, and symptom recognition, fostering improved patient outcomes and self-management.
- Proactively identify risks and implement interventions to reduce hospital readmissions and improve overall patient outcomes.
- Ensure strict compliance with Medicare guidelines, OASIS documentation, and home health regulatory standards, supporting quality measures and reimbursement.
- Collaborated with PT, OT, ST, and social work to optimize functional status and support safe aging in place, ensuring comprehensive care.
- Maintain detailed, accurate, and timely electronic documentation to support clinical excellence and audit readiness.
Registered Nurse
Crouse Hospital
01.2020 - 11.2025
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Improved patient satisfaction through compassionate, holistic nursing care addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented infection spread by adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Precepted nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance.
Registered Nurse
Crouse Medical Practice
04.2023 - 09.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, providing skilled support and anticipating needs.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication throughout care continuum.
- Delivered exceptional wound care management while adhering to best practices in infection prevention.
- Promoted preventive health strategies through community outreach events focused on wellness education.
- Obtained case history and gathered triage information to determine appropriate avenue for care.
- Increased efficiency in triage call handling through effective communication and active listening skills.
Student Nurse Assistant
Crouse Hospital
11.2020 - 01.2023
- Performs daily care activities to help achieve the goals of the patient care plan as directed by the Registered Professional Nurse.
- Experience on multiple med/surgical floors including ICU and ER.
- Collaborating with multiple care team members to ensure quality care.
- Managing a patient assignment for up to 35 patients.
- Promoted mobility and reduced risk of injury through safe transfer techniques when moving patients within the facility.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and assisting with daily living activities.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pomeroy College of Nursing At Crouse Hospital
Syracuse, NY12-2022
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Le Moyne College
Syracuse, NY12-2020
High School Diploma -
Fowler High School
Syracuse, NY06-2017
Skills
Clinical Expertise: Comprehensive patient assessment Medication and IV administration Wound care management Post-surgical care Chronic disease management (CHF, COPD, Diabetes, CVA) Infection prevention
Case Management & Home Health: RN case management (50 patient caseload) OASIS documentation and Medicare compliance Care planning and coordination Interdisciplinary collaboration (PT/OT/ST/SW) Readmission prevention Discharge planning
Acute Care (Med-Surg): High-acuity patient care Rapid clinical decision-making Telemetry monitoring Emergency response Fall risk prevention
Outpatient & Office Practice: Patient triage and intake Preventive care and education Chronic condition follow-up EMR/EHR documentation Provider coordination
Core Strengths: Strong clinical judgment Critical thinking Patient-centered care Communication Time management Team collaboration
References
- Tiera Massey, (315) 706-9052
- Jennifer Garlock, (315) 663-4137
- Jena Weed, (315) 283-7042
Timeline
Registered Nurse/Case Manager
CenterWell
11.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Crouse Medical Practice
04.2023 - 09.2024
Student Nurse Assistant
Crouse Hospital
11.2020 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse
Crouse Hospital
01.2020 - 11.2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Pomeroy College of Nursing At Crouse Hospital
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
Le Moyne College
High School Diploma -
Fowler High School