Brooklyn Willform
The Shores-post Acute
San Diego,California
7
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Ambitious California Registered Nurse with an exceptional background of performance in various areas of the nursing field. With experience as a Behavioral Nurse and Dialysis Registered Nurse, provided skilled patient care during hemodialysis procedures. Strong understanding of kidney diseases and dialysis treatment plans, combined with exceptional interpersonal skills to provide emotional support to patients. With experience in behavioral health, provided high-quality mental health care to diverse patient populations. Strengths include crisis intervention, therapeutic communication, and effective collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Made a positive impact by implementing effective communication strategies that enhanced patient comfort and understanding of their treatments. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication.
Work History
Registered Nurse Supervisor
1 Year 10 Months- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
- Led successful team comprised of RNs, LPNs, and ancillary staff.
- Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
2 Years- Increased patient satisfaction by establishing trust and rapport through compassionate listening and empathetic communication.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through consistent communication with healthcare team members, resulting in more comprehensive patient care.
- Coordinated closely with case managers to ensure seamless transitions between levels of care for patients requiring additional support services upon discharge from the hospital setting.
- Provided crisis intervention and stabilization for acute behavioral health situations, ensuring patient safety and proper treatment implementation.
Geriatric Psych Nurse
2 Years- Educated patients and families about mental health disorders, treatments, and resources available for support.
- Facilitated family meetings focused on discussing treatment goals, expectations during recovery processes, and post-discharge planning.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed medication administration by closely monitoring dosages, side effects, and potential interactions while maintaining strict adherence to established guidelines.
Pre License RN
10 Months- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- 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.
Behavior Technician (Travel Assignment)
2 Months- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs and anecdotal notes.
- Promoted positive interactions of children with ADHD, Autism and oppositional defiance behavior by using visual supports, simplifying communication and utilizing stress scales to turn emotions into concrete concepts.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
Float Registered Nurse
9 Months- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs and monitored telemetry.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Certified Nursing Assistant
1 Year 4 Months- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Certified Nursing Assistant
2 Years 7 Months- Assist with unit management and efficiency
- Utilized crisis intervention techniques when necessary to maintain safety within the unit.
- Managed medication administration, ensuring accuracy and adherence to best practices for optimal patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Associate of Science
High School Diploma
Skills
Preventive health
Patient Care Planning
Medication and IV administration
Direct Patient Care
Acute and Rehabilitative Care
Clinical Documentation
Psychiatric assessment
Empathy Development
Certification
- Registered Nurse: 95396509
- Interim Permit license
- PCT certified
- Certified Nurses Aide
- BCLS Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Heart Saver/AED Certification
- CPI Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Telecarecorp, Gladman
12.2024 - CurrentRead More
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Prime Healthcare
10.2024 - CurrentRead More
Geriatric Psych Nurse
The Shores-post Acute
10.2024 - CurrentRead More
Pre License RN
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
12.2022 - 10.2023Read More
Behavior Technician (Travel Assignment)
Radys Children Hospital
09.2022 - 11.2022Read More
Float Registered Nurse
Centennial Hills Hospital
03.2022 - 12.2022Read More
Certified Nursing Assistant
Spring Valley Hospital
01.2021 - 05.2022Read More
Certified Nursing Assistant
California Medical Facility
06.2018 - 01.2021Read More
Sacramento City College
Associate of Science
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Horizon Charter School
High School Diploma
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Nightingale College
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Contra Costa College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
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