ISABELLE BRITTAIN
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience in Progressive Care, adept at managing complex neuro and trauma cases, supported by robust clinical training in ICU and telemetry environments. Proficient in conducting comprehensive patient assessments, administering IV therapy, and utilizing high-acuity monitoring to ensure early recognition of patient deterioration. Proven leadership as a charge nurse and preceptor, complemented by specialized expertise in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU), with a reputation for meticulous attention to detail, effective interdisciplinary communication, and an unwavering commitment to patient safety. Enthusiastic about transitioning into the Cardiothoracic ICU to leverage critical thinking, clinical assessment, and teamwork skills in delivering exceptional care to complex cardiac and thoracic patients within a dynamic critical care setting.
Work History
Neuro Trauma PCU RN
1 Year 2 Months- Delivered high-acuity neurocritical care for patients with traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, stroke, intracranial hemorrhage, multisystem trauma, post-neurosurgical conditions, and post-loop recorder implantation, supporting stabilization through frequent neurological assessments, IV medication administration, and central line and invasive device management.
- Partnered with Neurosurgery, Trauma, and interdisciplinary teams to monitor acute changes, respond to complications, and address neurological deterioration to support safe, effective patient care.
- Directed charge nurse responsibilities and new graduate nurse preceptorship, managed unit workflow and patient assignments, and delivered clinical guidance, mentorship, and support. Completed epilepsy monitoring unit (EMU) training to provide specialized care and continuous neurological monitoring for seizure evaluation.
Nurse Extern
1 Year- Partnered with licensed RNs to support comprehensive neuro ICU care through structured patient assessments, continuous vital-sign monitoring, and assistance with ICP and ventilator management.
- Translated evidence-based practices learned in coursework into real patient scenarios to support patient care decision-making.
- Completed 684 clinical hours on-site through direct clinical exposure and supervised practice.
Student Nurse
1 Year 4 Months- Completed rotation across medical-surgical telemetry and ICU units with experienced nurses to maintain continuity of care.
- Delivered direct patient care to support safe treatment delivery, including IV initiation, Foley catheter care, and vital signs monitoring.
- Completed 288 on-site clinical hours under direct supervision.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
- Awarded Dr. Moeur Award
- Dean's List 2021 to 2025
- New American Experience Scholarship Recipient
- 4.0 GPA