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Drew Bruno

Beaumont,TX

Summary

Patient-focused and detail-oriented healthcare professional seeking a position as a Registered Nurse where I can apply my knowledge, skills, and experience to assist doctors and staff in providing patients with the highest quality care. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments.


Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Aveanna Heathcare
04.2023 - Current
  • Administered medication and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to families and medical teams.
  • Managed wound care meticulously, preventing infections and promoting healing effectively.
  • Managed CVAD/PICC lines, dressing changes using sterile technique, ostomy care (trach, G/NG/GJ, colostomies), injections, enteral feedings, infusion devices.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and lifestyle adjustments.
  • Initiated emergency response measures when necessary, demonstrating quick thinking under pressure situations.
  • Changed out tracheostomies, gastrostomy buttons, and catheters regularly to prevent infection or other problems.

Mother/Baby Registered Nurse

Medical Center Of Southeast Texas
01.2023 - 03.2023
  • Provided comprehensive postpartum care, ensuring patient comfort and safety during recovery.
  • Educated new parents on infant care techniques and breastfeeding practices, enhancing family confidence.
  • Performed comprehensive assessments on both mother and newborn during each shift, identifying any potential problems early for prompt intervention.
  • Promoted breastfeeding success by offering lactation support and resources to new mothers.
  • Provided emotional support to patients experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety, connecting them with appropriate mental health resources when necessary.
  • Managed care plans for postpartum patients, ensuring personalized and effective treatment.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic support and effective pain management strategies.

Nurse Preceptee

Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital
09.2022 - 10.2022
  • Accumulated 120 hours of Postpartum clinical experience managing 5-6 patients simultaneously, under supervision.
  • Operated under the direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
  • Maintained a safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
  • Documented information about patient care, vitals, and condition markers in a computer system.
  • Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Aveanna Healthcare Services
02.2016 - 12.2022
  • Managed G/J tube feedings, stoma care, and intake/output.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare providers.
  • Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
  • Assisted with patients' nutritional needs by setting up self-feeding assistance or directly feeding individuals with limited mobility.
  • Kept EHR updated with patients' vital statistics, tracking metrics, and observations about behaviors or responses.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
  • Administered prescribed medications, noting times and amounts on patient charts.

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Spring Creek Nursing and Rehab
10.2014 - 01.2016
  • Cared for patients' acute and chronic wounds by changing dressings and applying medicated compounds.
  • Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
  • Kept EHR updated with patients' vital statistics, tracking metrics, and observations about behaviors or responses.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care, and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors, and case managers.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Lamar State College
Port Arthur, TX
12.2022

Nursing Certification - Nursing

Tyler County Hospital-School of Vocational Nursing
Woodville, TX
12.2013

Skills

  • Direct patient care

  • Patient assessments

  • Medication and IV administration

  • Documentation and charting

  • Clinical judgment

  • Professional bedside manner

  • Patient education and counseling

  • Infection control measures

  • Compassion and empathy

Certification

  • BLS Certification
  • Registered Nurse - Texas State Board of Nursing - License #1101165

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

References are available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Aveanna Heathcare
04.2023 - Current

Mother/Baby Registered Nurse

Medical Center Of Southeast Texas
01.2023 - 03.2023

Nurse Preceptee

Christus St. Elizabeth Hospital
09.2022 - 10.2022

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Aveanna Healthcare Services
02.2016 - 12.2022

Licensed Vocational Nurse

Spring Creek Nursing and Rehab
10.2014 - 01.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Lamar State College

Nursing Certification - Nursing

Tyler County Hospital-School of Vocational Nursing

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