Gillian-Beth Brooks
Orlando,FL
Summary
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.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Neuro/Surgical ICU
AdventHealth
Orlando, FL
12.2022 - Current
- Conducted neurological assessments at regular intervals, detecting subtle changes in clinical status that could signal worsening conditions or potential complications.
- Implemented evidence-based strategies to prevent pressure injuries in high-risk patients, reducing overall incidence rates on the unit.
- Safely titrated vasoactive medications according to hemodynamic parameters, optimizing blood pressure management for critically ill patients.
- Efficiently prioritized tasks during high-stress situations, maintaining a calm demeanor while providing exceptional patient care under challenging conditions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all nursing interventions and ongoing assessments, contributing to clear communication among healthcare team members.
Registered Nurse
Orlando Health South Seminole Hospital
Longwood, FL
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families by demonstrating empathy, active listening, and effective communication skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL05-2021
Skills
- Proficient in managing patients on mechanical ventilation, including settings for neuro patients and ventilator-associated pneumonia prevention
- Familiar with specialized neuro ICU equipment like EEG monitors, external ventricular drains (EVD), and lumbar drains
- Skilled in performing neurological assessments, including Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS), pupil reactions, limb movement, and speech
- Expertise in managing patients with seizures
- Knowledge of managing patients post-surgical interventions (eg, craniotomy, decompressive craniectomy) or procedures like thrombectomy or stenting
- Proficient in administering IV drugs, sedatives, anti-seizure medications, vasopressors, and other neuro-specific drugs (eg, mannitol, hypertonic saline)
Timeline
Registered Nurse Neuro/Surgical ICU
AdventHealth
12.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Orlando Health South Seminole Hospital
07.2021 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Central Florida
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