EVALYN BROOKS
TERRELL,Texas
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths, and technical abilities. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCU/Cardio/thoracic Pulmonary Unit RN
BAYLOR UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
2023.05 - Current
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention in life-threatening emergencies.
- Promoted a positive work environment within the PCU team through collaboration, mutual respect, and proactive problem-solving approaches..
PCU/Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
ST JOHN’S MEDICAL HOSPITAL
2023.01 - 2023.04
- Promoted teamwork through effective communication with colleagues from diverse backgrounds across all departments involved in patient care services delivery.
- Implemented evidence-based practices within the unit that led to increased efficiency in patient care delivery processes.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to quickly assess and respond to changes in patient conditions, preventing complications or further decline.
MEDICAL SURGICAL/Telemetry Registered Nurse
LOS ALAMITOS MEDICAL CENTER
2022.09 - 2022.12
- Decreased patient complications through diligent monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and other telemetry data.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately interpreting cardiac monitor readings and promptly reporting critical findings to the healthcare team.
- Prevented life-threatening complications by quickly recognizing early warning signs of deterioration in critically ill patients under close observation.
CHARGE NURSE PCU/ HVC/ MED SURG NEURO/MEDSURG/TELE
MEDICAL CITY ARLINGTON
2022.04 - 2022.08
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
MED SURG TELEMETRY RN
NORTHSHORE GLENBROOK HOSPITAL
2022.02 - 2022.03
- Enhanced patient care by providing continuous monitoring and assessment of telemetry patients.
- Contributed to a reduction in medical complications through close observation of cardiac patterns and vital signs.
- Supported clinical decision-making by accurately interpreting complex EKG data as part of the patient evaluation process.
CHARGE NURSE PCU/ HVC MED SURG NEURO/MEDICAL SURGICAL/Telemetry Registered Nurse
MEDICAL CITY ARLINGTON
2021.09 - 2021.12
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Developed and maintained close relationships with patients and families to facilitate smooth communications, provide encouragement and build trust.
FLOAT PCU/ MED SURG/TELE//BMT/ER OVERFLOW RN
MEDICAL CITY DALLAS / DALLAS HEART AND SPINE
2021.07 - 2021.09
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
CHARGE NURSE MED SURG/TELEMETRY UNIT RN
BAYLOR SCOTT AND WHITE @LAKE POINTE
2018.05 - 2021.07
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
CHARGE NURSE LTACH
SELECT SPECIALTY DALLAS
2019.05 - 2019.05
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, enabling informed decision-making among the healthcare team members.
MED SURG/TELE RN (PRN
HUNT REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
2016.05 - 2018.10
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
MED SURG/Telemetry Registered Nurse
BAYLOR SCOTT AND WHITE @LAKE POINTE
2016.02 - 2018.05
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients with complex conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive education on medications, procedures, and lifestyle modifications.
CHARGE NURSE
WINDSOR CARE CENTER
2015.11 - 2016.06
- Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
SUPERVISOR/LEAD CSR III
CVS HEALTH CORPORATION
2007.10 - 2011.06
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Education
United States University
Chula Vista, CA06.2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Trinity Valley Community College
Athens, TX05.2015
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Trinity Valley Community College
Terrell, NC05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Economics/Finance
Agra State University
India06.1998
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and Empathy
- Discharge Planning
- Medication and IV administration
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Precepting
- Nursing staff leadership
- Feeding pumps understanding
- Telemetry monitoring
- Performing EKGs
- Family Advocacy
- Lab result interpretation
- Emotional Intelligence
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
Certification
Registered Nurse in the State of Texas and California
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Affiliations
- Nursing Unit Based Council, Sigma Theta Tau and Sigma Lambda Gamma, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, American Nurses Association.
Timeline
PCU/Cardio/thoracic Pulmonary Unit RN
BAYLOR UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
2023.05 - Current
PCU/Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse
ST JOHN’S MEDICAL HOSPITAL
2023.01 - 2023.04
MEDICAL SURGICAL/Telemetry Registered Nurse
LOS ALAMITOS MEDICAL CENTER
2022.09 - 2022.12
CHARGE NURSE PCU/ HVC/ MED SURG NEURO/MEDSURG/TELE
MEDICAL CITY ARLINGTON
2022.04 - 2022.08
MED SURG TELEMETRY RN
NORTHSHORE GLENBROOK HOSPITAL
2022.02 - 2022.03
CHARGE NURSE PCU/ HVC MED SURG NEURO/MEDICAL SURGICAL/Telemetry Registered Nurse
MEDICAL CITY ARLINGTON
2021.09 - 2021.12
FLOAT PCU/ MED SURG/TELE//BMT/ER OVERFLOW RN
MEDICAL CITY DALLAS / DALLAS HEART AND SPINE
2021.07 - 2021.09
CHARGE NURSE LTACH
SELECT SPECIALTY DALLAS
2019.05 - 2019.05
CHARGE NURSE MED SURG/TELEMETRY UNIT RN
BAYLOR SCOTT AND WHITE @LAKE POINTE
2018.05 - 2021.07
MED SURG/TELE RN (PRN
HUNT REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
2016.05 - 2018.10
MED SURG/Telemetry Registered Nurse
BAYLOR SCOTT AND WHITE @LAKE POINTE
2016.02 - 2018.05
CHARGE NURSE
WINDSOR CARE CENTER
2015.11 - 2016.06
SUPERVISOR/LEAD CSR III
CVS HEALTH CORPORATION
2007.10 - 2011.06
Master of Science - Nursing Education
United States University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - Nursing
Trinity Valley Community College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Trinity Valley Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Economics/Finance
Agra State University
Registered Nurse in the State of Texas and California
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
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