Caryn Braisher
Ansted,WV
Summary
I am a determined, driven, nurse that is looking to expand my knowledge base and further my education and career. I am a proud wife and mother of two. Nursing is my passion and my calling, and I love to learn! I am a team player. I’m organized. I have great problem-solving skills, and treat my patients as if they are my own family. I’m looking to add to my nursing experience and gain as much knowledge as possible.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Summersville Regional Medical Center
Summersville, WV
06.2023 - Current
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Managed caseload of 6 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
- Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease diagnosis, prognosis and post-operative care.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
- Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.
- Participated in staff meetings, educational opportunities, and quality improvement initiatives to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
- Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
- Demonstrated adaptability during critical situations by remaining calm under pressure while providing high-quality care for patients experiencing acute or life-threatening conditions.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Decreased medication errors by diligently following the five rights of medication administration and double-checking orders with pharmacy staff when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
- Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
- Acted as an advocate for patients'' needs while maintaining adherence to legal requirements and ethical nursing practices.
Education
Bachelor Of Health Science - Nursing
University of Charleston
Beckley, WVAssociates Degree - Nursing Administration
University of Charleston
Beckley, WV04.2023
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Wound Care
- Medication Administration
- Nursing Documentation
- Discharge Planning
- Pre-and Post-Operative Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Physical Assessment
- Central Line Management
- Telemetry monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Care Planning
- HIPAA Compliance
- Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Team
- ADL Assistance
- Catheter Care
- Pressure Ulcer Prevention
- Patient Education
- Quality Improvement
- Patient Care Coordination
- Patient Management
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Healthcare Informatics
- Tracheostomy Care
- Enteral Feeding
- EKG Interpretation
- Continuing education
- Pharmacology knowledge
- Compassionate Care
- Intravenous therapy
- Healthcare ethics
- Medication and IV administration
- Infection Control
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Patient and family advocacy
- Critical Thinking
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Clear Patient Communication
- Compassionate and Caring
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Attention to Detail
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Chronic Disease Management
- Cardiac monitors
- Insulin medication assistance
- Procedure Assistance
- Diabetes management
- Diet and Nutrition
Timeline
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Summersville Regional Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Bachelor Of Health Science - Nursing
University of Charleston
Associates Degree - Nursing Administration
University of Charleston