Danielle Brown
Clarksville,TN
Summary
Dedicated registered nurse with more than nine years of experience caring for patients in various units. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse- Emergency Nurse
Trigg County Hospital
Cadiz, KY
05.2022 - Current
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory agencies such as The Joint Commission and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
Registered Nurse- Wound Care
Spring Meadows Nursing Home
Clarksville, TN
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Administered prescribed medications related to wound healing process.
- Reported any unusual symptoms or changes in a patient's condition immediately to the supervising physician.
- Assessed and monitored patient's wound healing progress.
- Maintained detailed records of all wound care activities and treatments provided.
- Performed routine skin assessments to identify potential problems or complications with wounds.
- Provided education to patients and families on wound care management techniques.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients dealing with chronic or debilitating illnesses resulting from their wounds.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals in order to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Developed individualized patient-care plans based upon assessment findings.
Registered Nurse- Neuro Med Surg
TriStar Centennial Medical Center, Trustaff Travel
Nashville, TN
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Registered Nurse - Emeregency Department
Trigg County Hospital
Cadiz, KY
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Supported physicians during trauma resuscitations in the Emergency Department.
- Facilitated discharge planning process to ensure continuity of care after leaving the facility.
- Conducted regular rounds throughout the department ensuring a safe environment for staff and patients.
- Developed individualized plans of care based on each patient's needs.
- Maintained accurate records of all assessments, treatments, medications administered, and other pertinent information related to patient's care.
- Monitored cardiac rhythm strips and titrated vasoactive medications as ordered by physicians.
- Educated patients and families about health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Assessed changes in patient condition and notified physician as needed.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens for laboratory testing.
Registered Nurse- House Supervisor, ICU, Med Surg
Jennie Stuart Medical Center
Hopkinsville, KY
06.2015 - 02.2021
- Instructed patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and self-management to maintain continuity of care.
- Liaised with healthcare personnel to develop plans of care for imaging, lab work, surgery and intensive care.
- Facilitated patient flow during emergency situations, directing evacuations, admissions and transfers.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes.
- Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses.
- Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools.
- Assessed patients' overall health, identified needs and goals for treatment and connected with ideal practitioners and treatments.
- Consulted with physicians to understand conditions and implement effective treatment plans.
- Coordinated with clinical staff to keep patients updated and informed on care issues, including discharge delays, equipment inaccessibility and procedure postponements.
- Performed all tasks with patient-centered focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
- Fostered relationships between nursing teams and patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation regarding employee attendance records, time off requests, scheduling changes.
- Responded quickly during emergency situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Monitored staffing levels throughout shifts and made adjustments based on patient acuity levels.
Education
Associates Degree of Nursing
Hopkinsville Community College
2015
Associate of Science -
Hopkinsville Community College
2015
Associate of Arts -
Hopkinsville Community College
2015
Skills
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Strong medical ethic
- Care planning
- Preparing for procedures
- IV drug therapy management
- IV and venipuncture certified
- Electronic charting
- Patient Advocacy
- Critical care experience in Emergency Department and Intensive Care Units
- Team supervision
- Wound dressings and skin protocol management
- Charge nurse from 2015- present
- ACLS certified
- PALS certified
- BLS certified
- SANE certified
- WCON certified
- NIHSS certified
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification
- Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Certification
- NIHSS Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Emergency Nurse
Trigg County Hospital
05.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse- Wound Care
Spring Meadows Nursing Home
01.2022 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse- Neuro Med Surg
TriStar Centennial Medical Center, Trustaff Travel
09.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Nurse - Emeregency Department
Trigg County Hospital
02.2021 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse- House Supervisor, ICU, Med Surg
Jennie Stuart Medical Center
06.2015 - 02.2021
Associates Degree of Nursing
Hopkinsville Community College
Associate of Science -
Hopkinsville Community College
Associate of Arts -
Hopkinsville Community College
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certification
- Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Certification
- NIHSS Certification
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