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Crystal Brown

Salyersville,United States

Summary

Motivated Registered Nurse offering 12 years of clinical management experience. Patient and dedicated professional remains composed in tense environments. Dedicated to providing high-quality individualized care to patients.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Frontier Medical Associates
Mayersville, MS
06.2023 - Current
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
  • Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
  • Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Frontier Medical Associates
Salyersville, Kentucky
12.2012 - 03.2020
  • Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
  • Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
  • Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
  • Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
  • Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
  • Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
  • Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
  • Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
  • Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Northern Kentucky University
Newport, KY
10-2024

Associate of Science - Nursing

Big Sandy Community And Technical College
Prestonsburg, KY
05-2023

Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing

Big Sandy Community And Technical College
Prestonsburg, KY
05-2011

High School Diploma -

Magoffin County High School
Salyersville, KY
05-1997

Skills

  • Patient Management
  • Patient Assessment
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Patient care planning
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification

Certification

  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • BLS

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Frontier Medical Associates
06.2023 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Frontier Medical Associates
12.2012 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Northern Kentucky University

Associate of Science - Nursing

Big Sandy Community And Technical College

Associate of Applied Science - Practical Nursing

Big Sandy Community And Technical College

High School Diploma -

Magoffin County High School

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