Chelsy Brown
Springfield,MO
Summary
Registered Nurse with 15 plus years' experience in acute care, long-term care, oncology, wound care and infection control within in federal and civilian healthcare environments. Skilled in-patient assessment, emergency response, clinical documentation, medication administration, interdisciplinary communication, and enforcement of infection prevention standards. Experienced in managing complex patient populations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Registered Nurse
United States Medical Center for Federal Prisoners
10.2015 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Conducted comprehensive head to toe skin assessments on admission to identify patient needs and initiate appropriate interventions.
- Performed comprehensive skin and wound assessments, identifying patients at risk for pressure injuries and implementing preventive interventions.
- Assessed and monitored acute, chronic, and surgical wounds, documenting wound characteristics and healing progress.
- Applied and managed a variety of wound dressings according to provider orders and evidence-based practices.
- Assisted with wound debridement procedures and provided post-procedure wound care.
- Educated patients and caregivers on wound care techniques, infection prevention, nutrition, and pressure injury prevention.
- Collaborated with physicians, advanced practice providers, dietitians, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized wound care plans.
- Monitored patients for signs of wound infection and deterioration, promptly communicating changes to providers.
- Implemented pressure-relieving interventions, including repositioning schedules and specialty support surfaces.
- Managed ostomy care by assessing stoma appearance, maintaining peristomal skin integrity, changing ostomy appliances, and educating patients on self-care when applicable.
- Maintained accurate electronic medical record documentation of wound measurements, drainage, tissue characteristics, interventions, and patient response.
- Promoted infection prevention practices through adherence to sterile and clean dressing change techniques.
- Applied, managed and monitored negative pressure wound therapy systems, including dressing changes, trouble shooting alarms and maintaining seal integrity.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Mercy Hospital Springfield
06.2014 - 09.2015
- Administered prenatal and postnatal care, ensuring patient comfort and safety during labor and delivery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized birth plans for expectant mothers.
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs, swiftly identifying potential complications.
- Educated patients on childbirth options, prenatal care, and infant feeding techniques to promote healthy outcomes.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
- Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
- Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
Chemotherapy Registered Nurse
Mercy Chub O'Reilly Cancer and Hematology
10.2013 - 06.2014
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans, improving overall health outcomes.
- Educated patients on chronic disease management and preventive health measures, enhancing patient understanding and engagement in their care.
- Educated patients about prescribed medications'' proper use and potential side effects for increased adherence rates and safety measures taken into account.
- Triaged incoming calls/patients to provide quality and effective care.
- Assigned patients with referrals to necessary services and insurance for medications, scans and procedures.
Chemotherapy Registered Nurse
Oncology/Hematology Springfield Mercy Hospital
11.2009 - 10.2013
- Treatment and administration of chemotherapy, radiation side-effects, surgical wounds and effects of any cancer adverse reaction.
- Promoting health and ensuring patient safety while adhering to protocols.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients' physical and emotional health throughout treatment cycles to ensure holistic care.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation of patient progress and treatment plans, improving data accessibility.
- Supervised junior nursing staff, providing mentorship and guidance on best practices in oncology nursing.
- Provided immediate care for urgent/life threatening emergencies.
- Implemented safety measures to minimize risks associated with chemotherapy administration, protecting both staff and patients.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient responses to treatments, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on treatment procedures and potential side effects, enhancing understanding and compliance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies tailored to individual patient needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Mercy College of Nursing, Southwest Baptist University
Springfield, MO05-2011
Associate of Science - Nursing Science/EMT
Crowder College
Neosho, MO05-2008
Associate of Science - Gender Studies
Ozarks Technical Community College
05-2007
Skills
- Wound Assessment
- Pressure Injury Prevention
- Ostomy Care
- Skin Integrity Management
- Wound Measurements and Documentation
- Dressing Selection and Application
- Negative Pressure Wound Therapy
- Infection Prevention
- Patient and Family Education
- Care Coordination
- Electronic Medical Records
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Quality Improvement
- Emergency care
- Chemotherapy administration
- Postoperative care
- Family education
- Medication and IV administration
- Pain management
Timeline
Clinical Registered Nurse
United States Medical Center for Federal Prisoners
10.2015 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Mercy Hospital Springfield
06.2014 - 09.2015
Chemotherapy Registered Nurse
Mercy Chub O'Reilly Cancer and Hematology
10.2013 - 06.2014
Chemotherapy Registered Nurse
Oncology/Hematology Springfield Mercy Hospital
11.2009 - 10.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Mercy College of Nursing, Southwest Baptist University
Associate of Science - Nursing Science/EMT
Crowder College
Associate of Science - Gender Studies
Ozarks Technical Community College