F. Gidget Bryant

• Float nurse covering various floors (Cardiology, Endoscopy, Med/Surg) and clinics (Cardiology clinics) assisting in many tests and procedures such as Dobutamine stress tests and ultrasounds in clinic.

• Med/ Surg floor duties including but not limited to assessments, medication administration, IV therapy, liaison between patient/family and interdisciplinary team members. CPR instructor

• Led regular performance reviews, providing feedback and setting objectives for team growth.
• Streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Mentored team members to improve performance and ensure adherence to company standards.
• Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
• Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
• Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
• Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
• Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
• Boosted employee morale and reduced turnover through development and implementation of comprehensive rewards and recognition program.
• Coordinated with IT department to upgrade technology infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency and data security.
• Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
• Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
• Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
• Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.

• Administered patient care with attention to safety and comfort standards.
• Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans.
• Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and tracking.
• Educated patients and families on treatment options and post-care instructions.
• Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
• Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times, helping them navigate the healthcare system with compassion and understanding.
• Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care with a focus on empathy, communication, and professionalism.
• Participated in staff meetings and continuing education programs to stay current on best practices and maintain licensure requirements.

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care strategies.
• Educated patients and families on health management, promoting compliance with treatment plans.
• Assisted in the training of new nursing staff on protocols and patient care procedures.
• Implemented infection control measures to enhance patient safety within the the facility.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress and interventions in electronic health records.
• Evaluated patient responses to therapies, adjusting care plans based on assessment findings.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
• Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
• Coordinated staff schedules to optimize resource allocation and operational efficiency.
• Facilitated training sessions for new employees to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Evaluated performance metrics to identify areas for process improvement and cost reduction.
• Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
• Addressed clinical issues promptly to reduce risks associated with patient care or operational inefficiencies in the unit.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the unit by enforcing strict adherence to protocols, guidelines, and infection control measures.
• Participated actively in committee meetings to contribute insights from a Unit Manager perspective, influencing hospital-wide decisions and policies.
• Maintained high compliance with industry regulations, conducting regular audits and updates to procedures.
• Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.

• Skilled nursing for IDD individuals, providing education and comprehensive assessments, oversight of treatment and medication administered by LPNs and UAPs in home environment. Collaborating with healthcare team members regarding residents’ physical, emotional and nutritional needs. Implemented healthcare plans, ensured medication efficacy, and delegated tasks while training staff. Annual protocol development and staff training development. Educated new employees to obtain Medication Administration Aide Certification per state regulations and guidelines.
• Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care plans to improve health outcomes.
• Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive service delivery for patients.

• Skilled nursing for IDD individuals, providing education and delegation to LPNs and UAPs administering hands on care for residents in home setting. Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated medical services for medically complex individuals requiring nursing support, collaborating with interdisciplinary team to ensure clinically relevant treatment. Medication Trainer certification obtained. Educated staff on credential maintenance to comply with state regulations, enhancing team capabilities and ensuring quality care.
• Coordinated patient care plans to ensure effective service delivery and continuity of care.
• Developed individualized treatment strategies based on comprehensive assessments and client needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline communication.

• 24 Bed telemetry PCU, providing specialized care and monitoring of cardiac patients. Oversaw and assisted staff on the floor to ensure efficient unit operations. Documented patient information in EPIC system and communicated with providers through Perfect Serve to support care coordination. Collected labs and transferred samples to laboratory, ensuring timely processing and accurate results. Performed core job functions with minimal supervision.
• Administered medications and treatments as per physician orders to ensure patient safety and compliance.
• Monitored vital signs and documented changes, providing timely updates to healthcare teams for effective care.
• Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care plans to enhance recovery outcomes.

• Managed overall patient care before, during, and after procedures while maintaining needed supplies, equipment, and instruments for the surgical procedure in the OR suite. Documented information in the Medi-Tech system.

• Utilizing my medical background to review service medical records and advise veterans and their families with filing for benefits through the VA in accordance with the Code of Federal Regulations (C.F.R.). Advanced from NSO to Supervisor relocated to the regional office in Maine, then the regional office in Virginia (overseeing all DAV claims for the Commonwealth of Virginia) where I supervised 10 fulltime office personnel, 3 field TSO and 250 state volunteers (which I educated and certified annually, to meet the federal and state requirements in accordance with the C.F.R.).

• Floor nurse and Unit Supervisor- assisted with Mass Casualty/ Evacuation of hospital while caring for urology patients, postop for TURP, cancer, Med/Surg overflow. Supervised active-duty personnel and civilian personnel – providing annual evaluations, and authorization of timeliness. Assignment to Ward 72 (Presidential Suite) providing medical care to President George W Bush and family while also serving other dignitaries such as Donald Rumsfeld, Colin Powell and foreign dignitaries until which time I was honorably discharged.

BSN completed in 6 months.

• OR Circulating Nurse
• Documentation of preop and intraoperative care, logging of specimens for lab