Dorothy Braithwaite
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital.
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Vascular Interventional Radiology
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
05.2012 - Current
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Regsitered Nurse in Neonatal ICU
Lanndstuhl Regional Medical Center
11.1999 - 06.2022
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
06.2002 - 05.2012
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
10.1996 - 05.1999
- provided care for critically ill patients in the vascular intensive care unit
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
Registered Nurse
Pitt County Memorial Hospital
09.1995 - 09.1996
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05-1995
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Medication administration
- Patient education and counseling
Timeline
Registered Nurse Vascular Interventional Radiology
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
05.2012 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
06.2002 - 05.2012
Regsitered Nurse in Neonatal ICU
Lanndstuhl Regional Medical Center
11.1999 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
10.1996 - 05.1999
Registered Nurse
Pitt County Memorial Hospital
09.1995 - 09.1996
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
East Carolina University
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