Bryanna Romesburg
Winterport
Summary
Experienced Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse with a strong background in patient assessments and variety of skills. Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans, improving patient outcomes, and satisfaction. Hardworking and a strong advocate for patients and coworkers. Passionate about learning new patient populations and skills to further fulfill nursing career. Team player when it comes to getting tasks completed in a timely manner.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Eastern Maine Medical Center
Bangor, ME
06.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders in a timely manner.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported significant changes to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while delegating tasks when appropriate.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and health management strategies.
- Assisted in the training of new nursing staff, enhancing team competencies and performance.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols, improving overall patient care environment.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and patient tracking.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and service delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques. Administered medications based on pain scale and physician orders.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Properly record intake and output in the electronic health record
- Performed IV insertion/removal, Nasogastric tube placement/removal, JP Drain removal, placing a foley catheter per policies, etc.
- Facilitated timely discharges by proactively addressing potential barriers to transition such as pain control issues, needs at home, IV ABX, and transportation issues.
CNA
Eastern Maine Medical Center
Bangor, ME
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, such as getting out of bed for every meal if possible, while ensuring comfort and safety.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting to nursing staff promptly.
- Obtain blood sugars and notifying nursing staff when a patient is low
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms, adhering to infection control protocols and fall prevention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
Medical Receptionist
ConvenientMD Urgent Care
Bangor, ME
11.2020 - 09.2023
- Coordinated insurance verification processes, ensuring accurate patient billing information.
- Streamlined front desk operations, reducing wait times for patients and improving service quality.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Managed high call volumes, directing calls to appropriate departments while maintaining a polite and professional demeanor.
- Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
- Provided compassionate customer service, creating a welcoming atmosphere for patients and their families.
- Assisted healthcare providers with administrative tasks, enabling them to focus on quality patient care.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with colleagues and supporting team initiatives.
- Transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel.
- Kept waiting room neat and organized by stacking magazines, removing trash, and cleaning glass.
- Coordinated specialist referrals for patients requiring additional care, facilitating efficient transfer of medical records as needed.
- Improved front office organization by implementing new filing systems and maintaining cleanliness in waiting areas.
- Organized essential medical documents, streamlining access to vital information for healthcare providers during appointments.
- Completed paperwork for DOT cards and properly recorded to the DOT website
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Husson University
Bangor05-2024
Skills
- IV placement/removal
- Patient education
- Medication administration
- Patient assessments
- Patient and family advocacy
- Wound care
- Taking vitals
- Tracheostomy care
- Precepting
- Patient discharge
- Performing ECGs
- Cerner EHR
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Vaccine administration
- Removing sutures
- Removing JP drains
- Tube feedings
- Nasogastric tube insertion/removal
- BLS
- Communicating with doctors effectively
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Eastern Maine Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
CNA
Eastern Maine Medical Center
10.2023 - 06.2024
Medical Receptionist
ConvenientMD Urgent Care
11.2020 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Husson University