Bryn Nelson
Charlottesville,VA
Summary
RN Clinician 2 with expertise in pediatric care at the University of Virginia, adept at executing clinical assessments and enhancing patient safety. Proven ability to lead teams through effective delegation and organization, while actively engaging in performance improvement initiatives. Committed to lifelong learning and integrating evidence-based practices for optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Clinican 2
University of Virginia - Battle Building
10.2025 - Current
- Provide comprehensive nursing care across multiple pediatric specialty clinics within the Battle Building, coordinating care for patients with diverse and complex healthcare needs.
- Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care.
- Spearheaded the orientation process for newly hired nursing staff, developing workflows and providing mentorship to promote successful onboarding and clinical competency.
- Serve as a resource for new team members, fostering adherence to clinical standards, operational efficiency, and best practices.
- Support quality improvement initiatives and contribute to maintaining excellence in patient safety, communication, and clinic operations.
Pediatric ICU - RN Clinician 2
University of Virginia
11.2021 - 10.2025
- Newly expanded 25-bed unit treating cardiac and medical pediatric patients
- VAD, Berlin, ECMO, and CRRT trained
- Communicated with the PICU team to provide the best care to both the patient and their families
- Participated in shared governance in the PICU simulation group and orientation committee
- Engaged in lifelong learning by obtaining my pediatric CCRN
- Supported the onboarding of new team members while serving as a preceptor, as well as an orientation committee member
- Maintained adherence to clinical documentation guidelines and comprehension of outcomes data
- Integrated evidence-based practices and new standard work into my practices
Registered Nurse
6 Central Neurology & Epilepsy
10.2020 - 10.2021
- 26 bed unit with patient ratios of 4/5:1 on night shift
- Cared for patient populations ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics
- Assessed acute stroke patients while assisting with the transition to rehab
- Alerted Stroke Alerts, Bert, and Met calls when necessary
- Monitored epileptic patients for spell captures
- Managed acute pain from post op Gynecology patients
PCT
6 Central Neurology & Epilepsy
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Assisted with patient ADLs throughout night shift
- Promoted patient safety with high fall risk patients
- Alerted nurse of change in patient status or vitals when necessary
- Assisted nurses with admissions i.e., skin assessments, setting up the room, getting vitals
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PA05-2020
Skills
- Time management and prioritization
- Delegation and organization
- Adaptability in healthcare
- Patient documentation and safety
- Healthcare compliance and protocols
- Pediatric care expertise
Certification
- BLS
- PALS
- Pediatric CCRN
- Nursing License 0001298542
Timeline
RN Clinican 2
University of Virginia - Battle Building
10.2025 - Current
Pediatric ICU - RN Clinician 2
University of Virginia
11.2021 - 10.2025
Registered Nurse
6 Central Neurology & Epilepsy
10.2020 - 10.2021
PCT
6 Central Neurology & Epilepsy
06.2020 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University of Pennsylvania