Crystal Brown
Registered Nurse
Felton,DE
Summary
Registered ER Nurse with 9+ years of experience in high turnover emergency room. Specialized in providing immediate emergency care to Emergency and Trauma patients.
Experienced with administering intravenous therapies and managing patient care. Utilizes strong knowledge of catheter placement and infusion procedures to ensure patient safety. Track record of effective communication and teamwork in high-pressure environments. ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC, Neuromuscular & Dermal filler certified.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Infusion Nurse
Cure Care
01.2025 - Current
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring patients for adverse reactions during infusion therapy sessions.
- Advanced knowledge base through regular attendance at continuing education seminars related to infusion nursing practice standards and emerging treatment options.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and administering medications through IV infusion.
- Ensured safety by adhering to infection control protocols and handling hazardous materials according to regulatory guidelines.
- Managed complex infusion cases involving multiple medications simultaneously, ensuring proper dosing, compatibility, and timing to maximize treatment effectiveness.
- Educated patients on proper nutrition and medication side effects.
- Improved patient outcomes with timely assessment, intervention, and documentation of vital signs and symptoms.
- Leveraged knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control and safety precaution to initiate appropriate intervention in crisis situations.
- Streamlined infusion procedures by maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked treatment area.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Bayhealth Medical Center
09.2017 - Current
- Provided nursing care within Level 3 Trauma Center
- Monitored, documented and communicated patients conditions using computerized documentation systems
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Provided compassion to patients and family members, ensuring optimal levels of comfort and privacy
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Provided verbal & clerical support for admissions, transfers and discharges
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Managed logistics of mobile medical equipment such as diagnostic devices, X-ray equipment, EKG's, Scans, IV machines and monitors
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Coordinated Virtual consults, including neurology for stroke patients and Psychiatry for psychiatric patients, inputting information for placement in open beds psychiatric program through state of Delaware
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayhealth Medical Center
06.2013 - 09.2017
- Assisted nursing staff and doctors with emergency care to patients, hourly rounding, charting | IV Therapy | Wound dressing & care | EKG | NG & OG tube insertion | Performing lab work | CPR
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bayhealth Medical Center
04.2009 - 06.2013
- Assist patients with activities of daily living
- Use technology effectively to provide resources to patient and documents findings
- Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; participating in professional organizations; maintaining licensure
Patient Transporter
Bayhealth Medical Center
03.2008 - 04.2009
- Transport patients throughout the hospital by wheelchair or stretcher
- Use time management and multitasking skills
- Guide patients from the Emergency Room waiting area to Fast Track
- Also sat with psych/confused patients
- Responsive and welcoming to patients as well as coworkers
Education
Associate - Nursing
Delaware Technical Community College
Dover, DE12.2017
Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing
Delaware Technical Community College
Georgetown, DE05.2013
Skills
- Triage
- Critical Care Experience
- EMR Systems
- Telecommunication
- Peripheral IV insertion
- Patient education
- Patient assessments
- Patient care coordination
- Patient assessment
- Infusion pump operation
- Infusion medication administration
- Hydration therapy
- Blood transfusion
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Medication and IV administration
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Blood draw and sample collection
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), 04/01/20, 04/01/22
- Triage, Present
- TNCC, 02/01/20, 02/01/26
- PALS, 04/01/21, 04/01/25
- ENPC, 07/01/23, 07/01/26
- NIH Stroke Scale, 06/01/21, 06/01/25
- BLS for Healthcare Providers, 11/01/20, 11/01/25
- CPR Certification
- RN, 09/01/27, DE
- Advance techniques of Neuromodulators & Dermal Fillers [Institute for Laser Medicine] 03/2024
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US
Timeline
Infusion Nurse
Cure Care
01.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse (RN)
Bayhealth Medical Center
09.2017 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bayhealth Medical Center
06.2013 - 09.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Bayhealth Medical Center
04.2009 - 06.2013
Patient Transporter
Bayhealth Medical Center
03.2008 - 04.2009
Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing
Delaware Technical Community College
Associate - Nursing
Delaware Technical Community College
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