Debra Brown
Port Saint Lucie,Florida
Summary
Motivated employee with a strong work ethic and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adaptable and able to quickly learn new skills. Seeks new challenges.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Nurse
VITAS Healthcare
Port St Lucie, FL
11.2019 - Current
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Assessed patient condition, developed and implemented individualized plans of care, and provided follow-up assessments.
- Provided physical, emotional, and spiritual support to patients and their families.
- Assessed patient's needs and developed individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians while monitoring for side effects.
RN, Medical-Surgical
Cleveland Clinic Florida
Port Saint Lucie, Florida
10.2018 - 11.2019
- Assessed patient's medical needs to develop and implement care plans.
- Provided compassionate care for patients with chronic illnesses or terminal conditions.
- Documented patient care services by charting in patient and department records.
- Monitored, recorded, and reported symptoms and changes in patients' conditions.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Educated patients about their condition and the importance of following a treatment plan.
- Counseled patients regarding health maintenance, lifestyle modifications, nutrition, and self-care skills related to their diagnosis.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
RN
Steward Health Care
Sebastian, FL
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Performed post-operative assessments on orthopedic patients following surgery to assess recovery status and evaluate effectiveness of prescribed treatments.
- Instructed family members on proper homecare techniques after discharge from hospital setting.
Vice President of Construction
Brown's Excavating, Inc.
Sistersville, WV
05.1999 - 03.2015
- Monitored and maintained financial records, including budgets, investments, and expenditures.
- Developed and implemented policies to ensure responsible fiscal management.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations and general ledger entries.
- Provided oversight and direction to the construction team on all projects.
- Developed and implemented project plans, budgets, schedules, and performance standards.
- Reviewed bids from subcontractors and vendors to ensure accuracy of pricing.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN02-2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL04-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Business
Marietta College
Marietta, OH05-2005
Skills
- Problem Resolution
- Decision-Making
- Excellent Communication
- Organization
- Flexible and Adaptable
- End of life care
- Patient Examination
- Time Management
- Advanced cardiac life support
Certification
- RN
- BLS
Accomplishments
- 2023 Vitas Best of the Year
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Hospice Nurse
VITAS Healthcare
11.2019 - Current
RN, Medical-Surgical
Cleveland Clinic Florida
10.2018 - 11.2019
RN
Steward Health Care
10.2017 - 10.2018
Vice President of Construction
Brown's Excavating, Inc.
05.1999 - 03.2015
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Keiser University
Bachelor of Arts - Business
Marietta College