Harold Bruce BSN,RN
Ironton,OH
Summary
Graduating Family Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of diverse registered nursing experience and 500+ hours of advanced practice clinical training in family medicine, women’s health, pediatrics, and urgent care. Dedicated to providing evidence-based, patient-centered care while continuously seeking opportunities to learn, adapt to new experiences, and expand clinical knowledge and skills to promote optimal patient outcomes. Seeking to leverage my extensive nursing experience, adaptability, and advanced practice preparation to provide high-quality care and positively impact the health and well-being of patients across the lifespan.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Congestive Heart Failure Coordinator/Case Manager
Department Of Veteran Affairs Medical Center
Huntington , WV
11.2021 - Current
- Led collaboration across interdisciplinary teams to strengthen patient care delivery and outcomes.
- Managed patient scheduling workflows to support timely access to medical services and consistent care.
- Completed chart reviews and obtained outside records to maintain continuity of care.
- Enhanced coordination between veterans and healthcare providers through clear, effective communication.
- Developed educational heart failure booklets for distribution across facility.
Nursing Unit Manager
Harbor Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
Ironton, OH
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Led staff training sessions on best nursing practices and clinical standards.
- Coordinated communication between families and healthcare providers to optimize care planning and improve patient outcomes.
- Acted as liaison for patients and families, delivering health information and addressing concerns to facilitate informed decision-making.
- Directed medication administration processes, ensuring compliance with safety protocols to enhance patient safety.
- Audited charts, completed evaluations, and managed medical documentation.
Registered Nurse, Heart Care/ICU Staff Nurse
Southern Ohio Medical Center
Portsmouth , OH
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Provided direct patient care in fast-paced intensive care unit setting.
- Influenced positive outcomes for nursing sensitive indicators, core measures, HCAHPS, and patient and associate satisfaction.
- Supported quality improvement activities to raise the standard of care for ICU patients.
- Kept documentation current for assessments, treatments, and medications in an electronic medical record system.
- Recorded patient information accurately in electronic health record systems.
Registered Nurse, Cardio-Pulmonary Unit
Our Lady Of Bellefonte Hospital
Ashland , KY
05.2014 - 03.2020
- - Delivered comprehensive medical-surgical nursing care, ensuring safe patient outcomes through thorough assessments, effective treatments, accurate medication administration, and diligent documentation.
- - Coordinated care by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- - Enhanced discharge readiness by providing education to patients and families on recovery strategies and post-discharge care.
- - Enhanced team readiness by guiding new staff through medical-surgical unit procedures and protocols.
- - Maintained timely task completion by prioritizing responsibilities according to urgency.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Kentucky Christian University
Grayson, KY12-2026
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kentucky Christian University
Grayson,KY02-2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ohio University Southern
Ironton,OH05-2014
Skills
- Patient education
- Collaborative teamwork
- Time management and organization
- Patient Advocacy
- Clinical assessment skills
- EHR expertise (Multiple Systems)
- Compassionate patient care
- Flexibility
- Effective communication
- Dedication to safety and quality improvement
Certification
- Kentucky Board of Nursing (APRN) - In process
- Ohio Board of Nursing (RN) - 480597
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Timeline
Congestive Heart Failure Coordinator/Case Manager
Department Of Veteran Affairs Medical Center
11.2021 - Current
Nursing Unit Manager
Harbor Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
03.2021 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse, Heart Care/ICU Staff Nurse
Southern Ohio Medical Center
03.2020 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse, Cardio-Pulmonary Unit
Our Lady Of Bellefonte Hospital
05.2014 - 03.2020
Master of Science - Nursing
Kentucky Christian University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kentucky Christian University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ohio University Southern