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ELLA BECKMAN BROWN

Columbus,Ohio

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

REGISTERED NURSE- PRE-OP/PACU

THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY WEXNER MEDICAL CENTER
07.2023 - Current
  • Admit patient for same day procedure including performing full medication review
  • Perform peripheral IV insertion
  • Assist in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Advocate for patient preferences
  • Provide compassionate care to patients receiving anesthesia
  • Reduce hospital admissions through effective discharge planning and patient education.
  • Increase patient engagement with therapeutic exercises through clear instruction, demonstration, and consistent encouragement ultimately leading to faster recovery.

REGISTERED NURSE- LABOR AND DELIVERY

CARLE FOUNDATION HOSPITAL
08.2022 - 05.2023
  • Circulate as both operating room nurse and baby advocate during cesarean sections.
  • Perform venipuncture to obtain labs and place IV catheters
  • Provided emotional support to patients experiencing difficult births or pregnancy complications.
  • Improved overall patient outcomes by continuously updating clinical knowledge through professional development opportunities.
  • Educated expectant mothers on available pain management options during the birthing process while respecting individual preferences.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Ensure care for patient during operating room cases such as dilation and curettage and cerclage.
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in labor and delivery procedures.
  • Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and providing timely interventions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for high-risk pregnancies.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, individualized care throughout the labor and delivery process.
  • Maintained a safe and sterile environment, ensuring optimal conditions for successful deliveries.
  • Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, fostering a supportive atmosphere for patients and families.
  • Promoted maternal-infant bonding by educating new parents on infant care techniques such as breastfeeding and skin-to-skin contact.

REGISTERED NURSE- LABOR, DELIVERY, RECOVERY, POSTPARTUM

MYMICHIGAN MEDICAL CENTER- SAULT
01.2021 - 05.2022
  • Provide care for infants with neonatal abstinence syndrome
  • Stabilize and coordinate transfer of high acuity infants
  • Assist with position changes and other interventions to ensure best chance for vaginal delivery
  • Performed triage on incoming patients.
  • Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
  • Assisted obstetricians and midwives with deliveries and cared for newborns directly after birth.
  • Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
  • Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
  • Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
  • Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Educated expectant mothers on available pain management options during the birthing process while respecting individual preferences.
  • Administered medications accurately and safely under physician guidance during labor induction or augmentation processes.
  • Provided emotional support to patients experiencing difficult births or pregnancy complications.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Float to general medical surgical unit and intensive care unit to assist with medication passing, admitting, and caring for patients.

REGISTERED NURSE- POSTPARTUM

MERITER HOSPITAL
11.2019 - 01.2021
  • Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Provided care for infants with neonatal abstinence syndrome.
  • Provided care for high acuity mothers including those on insulin and magnesium sulfate drips.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Supported feeding plans and assisted families in finding plans that were sustainable for going home.
  • Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

ST. JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL
09.2017 - 05.2018
  • Demonstrated flexibility by working throughout the hospital.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support to individuals with mental health challenges.
  • Conducted regular safety checks, proactively addressing potential hazards within the facility.

Education

Master's in the Study of Law -

THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
12.2025

Accelerated Post Bachelor's of Science in Nursing -

EDGEWOOD COLLEGE
08.2019

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Nutrition -

ST. CATHERINE UNIVERSITY
05.2018

Skills

  • Patient Management
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient Check-Ins
  • Intravenous Therapy
  • Patient Education and Counseling
  • Newborn Care
  • Administering Immunizations
  • Infant Vitals Monitoring
  • Patient Monitoring

Certification

  • OHIO NURSING LICENSE- RN.526713
  • WISCONSIN NURSING LICENSE- 250365-30
  • ILLINOIS NURSING LICENSE- 041.528893
  • ADVANCED CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT
  • NEONATAL RESUSCITATION PROGRAM
  • INTERMEDIATE ELECTRONIC FETAL MONITORING
  • BABY FRIENDLY TRAINING for healthcare professionals
  • DOULA TRAINING for healthcare professionals

Healthcare Experience

  • THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY WEXNER MEDICAL CENTER, COLUMBUS, OH, REGISTERED NURSE- PRE-OP/PACU, 07/2023, PRESENT, Admit patient for same day procedure including performing full medication review, Peripheral IV insertion, Advocate for patient preferences, Provide compassionate care to patients receiving anesthesia, Instruct patient and support members on post procedure protocols
  • CARLE FOUNDATION HOSPITAL, URBANA, IL, REGISTERED NURSE- LABOR AND DELIVERY, 08/2022, 05/2023, Monitor patients throughout labor using electronic fetal monitoring, Direct position changes and other interventions, such as varied pushing techniques, to ensure best chance for vaginal delivery, Recover couplets after vaginal deliveries and cesarean sections, Circulate as both operating room nurse and baby advocate during cesarean sections, Perform venipuncture to obtain labs and place IV catheters, Ensure care for patient during operating room cases such as dilation and curettage and cerclage, Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide optimal couplet care, Work with residents, medical students, midwifery students, midwives, and doctors, Support feeding plans including breastfeeding, bottle feeding, pumping, and supplementation, Advocate for patient preferences
  • MYMICHIGAN MEDICAL CENTER- SAULT, SAULT SAINTE MARIE, MI, REGISTERED NURSE- LABOR, DELIVERY, RECOVERY, POSTPARTUM, 01/2021, 05/2022, Educate patients on normal labor and postpartum course and newborn cares, Provide care for infants with neonatal abstinence syndrome, Stabilize and coordinate transfer of high acuity infants, Monitor patients through labor process using electronic fetal monitoring, Assist with position changes and other interventions to ensure best chance for vaginal delivery, Perform venipuncture to obtain labs and place IV catheters, Recover couplets after vaginal deliveries and cesarean sections, Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide optimal couplet care, Support feeding plans including breastfeeding, bottle feeding, pumping, and supplementation, Advocate for patient preferences, Float to general medical surgical unit and intensive care unit to assist with medication passing, admitting, and caring for patients
  • MERITER HOSPITAL, MADISON, WI, REGISTERED NURSE- POSTPARTUM, 11/2019, 01/2021, Educate patients on normal postpartum course and newborn cares, Provide care for infants with neonatal abstinence syndrome, Provide care for high acuity mothers including those on insulin and magnesium sulfate drips, Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide optimal care to both mother and infant, Support feeding plans including breastfeeding, bottle feeding, pumping, and supplementation, Advocate for patient preferences
  • ST. JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL, ST. PAUL, MN, CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT, 09/2017, 05/2018, Ensured patient safety, Provided culturally competent care, Prioritized care based on patient acuity, Demonstrated flexibility by working throughout the hospital

Additional Information

Ohio Nursing License- RN.526713

Wisconsin Nursing License- 250365-30

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Neonatal Resuscitation Program

Intermediate Electronic Fetal Monitoring

Baby Friendly Training for healthcare professionals

Doula Training for healthcare professionals

Timeline

REGISTERED NURSE- PRE-OP/PACU

THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY WEXNER MEDICAL CENTER
07.2023 - Current

REGISTERED NURSE- LABOR AND DELIVERY

CARLE FOUNDATION HOSPITAL
08.2022 - 05.2023

REGISTERED NURSE- LABOR, DELIVERY, RECOVERY, POSTPARTUM

MYMICHIGAN MEDICAL CENTER- SAULT
01.2021 - 05.2022

REGISTERED NURSE- POSTPARTUM

MERITER HOSPITAL
11.2019 - 01.2021

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

ST. JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL
09.2017 - 05.2018

Master's in the Study of Law -

THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY

Accelerated Post Bachelor's of Science in Nursing -

EDGEWOOD COLLEGE

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Nutrition -

ST. CATHERINE UNIVERSITY
ELLA BECKMAN BROWN