Courtney Bryant
Riviera Beach,FL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Detox/Psychiatric Registered Nurse
United Recovery Project
01.2023 - Current
- Responsible for completing assessments on 8-14 detox patients, 15-20 residential patient's ,taking vitals signs, administering medications and starting tapers
- Responsible for completing 1-3 admissions in a timely manner, receiving orders, implementing the orders
- Providing education on withdrawals, psychiatric conditions, and medications
- Administering UDS and pregnancy tests
- Assisting BHTs in emergency situations
- Provide education and support to families and patients in regards to addiction, medication, and mental health
- Proficient in the EMR system KIPU
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, evaluations, treatments, and medication administration in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse
LevelUp
03.2021 - Current
- Responsible for completing assessments on 8-14 detox patients, 15-20 residential patient's ,taking vitals signs, administering medications and starting tapers
- Responsible for completing 1-3 admissions in a timely manner, receiving orders, implementing the orders
- Providing education on withdrawals, psychiatric conditions, and medications
- Administering UDS and pregnancy tests
- Assisting BHTs in emergency situations
- Lead Nurse responsible for 5 nurses and 4-5 BHTs, running emergency situations, sending patients out to ER for evaluation of crisis situations
- Provide education and support to families and patients in regards to addiction, medication, and mental health
- Proficient in the EMR system KIPU
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, evaluations, treatments, and medication administration in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Registered Nurse
Department of Health
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Detox Nurse
Beach House Center for Recovery
04.2019 - 04.2020
- Responsible for completing assessments on 8-14 detox patients, taking vitals signs, administering medications and starting tapers
- Responsible for completing 1-3 admissions in a timely manner, receiving orders, implementing the orders
- Providing education on withdrawals, psychiatric conditions, and medications
- Administering UDS and pregnancy tests
- Assisting BHTs in emergency situations
- Lead Nurse responsible for 5 nurses and 4-5 BHTs, running emergency situations, sending patients out to ER for evaluation of crisis situations
- Provide education and support to families and patients in regards to addiction, medication, and mental health
- Proficient in the EMR system KIPU
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, evaluations, treatments, and medication administration in compliance with regulatory requirements.
RN Case Manager
A New Start Inc
11.2017 - 04.2019
- Responsible for managing 90-100 clients
- Running the doctor from 9a-1p and 430p-830p
- Assessing medical complaints
- Taking Vital Signs
- Scheduling appointments for outside referrals
- Calling in medications to outside pharmacies
- Working with Insurance companies in regards to Vivitrol Injections and enrollments
- Communicating with clients family members and providing them with education on the addiction process
- Providing client education
- Collaborate with Clinical staff in regards to medications and issues that arise
- Daily documentation
- Proficient with KIPU
- Completing 1-4 medical Intakes daily
- Lab Scheduling
- Collaborating with CVS in regards to orders and clients medications
- Providing support to female clients that are pregnant, providing them with education and counseling, setting up prenatal appointments, facilitating transportation to and from doctor visits
RN Staff Nurse
Avante of Lake Worth-SNF and Trach
08.2016 - 11.2017
- Responsible for primary care and medication management of 18-25 patients
- Responsible for admission to the rehab unit from local hospitals and SNF
- Monitored acute conditions
- Administering IV, PO, and PEG tube medications as ordered
- Assess, treat, and monitor Trach and Vent patients
- Collaborating with RT to establish care for the Trach/Vent patients
- Performed surgical dressing changes as ordered
- Transcribed doctor orders
- Completed chart checks and reviews
- Responsible for collaborating with PT/ST/OT and Case Management
- Assist with ADL's
- Monitored dialysis patients
- Provided education to patients and families on disease processes
Staff Nurse
Jupiter Medical Center
11.2013 - 01.2015
- Responsible for primary care, case management, and medication management
- Responsible for admissions to the unit from ER and Surgical Unit
- Responsible for direct admissions
- Managed 6-7 acute care patients
- Consisting of 1-2 post op patients
- Monitored acute conditions such as administering blood, respiratory distress, pain management, IV Therapy (PICC lines and Infusion Ports), colostomy care, JP drains, and chest tubes
- Tested patient's blood glucose levels and administered insulin per protocol
- Administered medications per physician orders
- Performed surgical dressing changes as ordered
- Transcribed telephone and verbal orders per protocol
- Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations, and nursing diagnoses
- Provided patient education
- Completed discharges
- Administered Chemo drugs and provided patient education
RN Staff Nurse
Hosparus Inpatient Care Center
09.2010 - 08.2013
- Educated patients and family members on Death and Dying
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
- Monitored acute conditions such as administering blood, respiratory distress, pain management, IV Therapy (PICC lines and Infusion Ports), colostomy care, JP drains, and chest tubes
- Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations, and nursing diagnoses
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures, ensuring accurate delivery of care as prescribed by the healthcare provider.
- Provided patient education
- Completed admissions and discharges
- Administered Sub Q and IV meds
- Obtained orders and put orders into EPIC
- Managed 4-6 acute care patients
Inpatient RN
Hospice of Palm Beach County
06.2008 - 01.2010
Nurse
Big Bend Hospice
01.2007 - 06.2008
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Florida A&M University
Tallahassee, FL01.2006
Skills
- RN
- Case Management
- Home Health
- Hospital
- Med Surg
- Long-term care
- Mental health nursing
- EMR / EHR
- Inpatient Detox
- Hospice and palliative care
Certification
BLS for Healthcare Providers
Nursinglicenses
RN, 07/01/24, Compact License, FL
Personal Information
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
- Title: Detox RN
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Detox/Psychiatric Registered Nurse
United Recovery Project
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
LevelUp
03.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Department of Health
02.2020 - 02.2022
Detox Nurse
Beach House Center for Recovery
04.2019 - 04.2020
RN Case Manager
A New Start Inc
11.2017 - 04.2019
RN Staff Nurse
Avante of Lake Worth-SNF and Trach
08.2016 - 11.2017
Staff Nurse
Jupiter Medical Center
11.2013 - 01.2015
RN Staff Nurse
Hosparus Inpatient Care Center
09.2010 - 08.2013
Inpatient RN
Hospice of Palm Beach County
06.2008 - 01.2010
Nurse
Big Bend Hospice
01.2007 - 06.2008
BLS for Healthcare Providers
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Florida A&M University
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