James Brigida
Edmond,Ok
Summary
Seasoned Nurse offering 20 years experience with a specialized focus on critical care, prehospital, and trauma patients. I am a dedicated, passionate nurse who takes pride in taking excellent care of my patients and serving my team. I am looking to further my experience and take on a new challenge with a team that is also invested in the work they do and the care they provide.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trauma ED Supervisor
OU Health
06.2019 - Current
- Strategize and coordinate with trauma surgeons, ER physicians, and department leaders to integrate new evidence based trauma leveling criteria, care guidelines and protocols. Continued evaluation of all trauma systematic processes and care guidelines based on the American College of Surgeons trauma standards.
- Develop and implement competency-based education programs, train-the-trainer and end-user programs. One such example is the education for our new trauma control nurses and trauma Floats, called "Trauma boot camp" where we teach the fundamentals of what a trauma center means and the basic rules set forth by the ACS. This education lays the groundwork for them as they start their orientation in the trauma ER.
- I developed the trauma narrator in Epic for OU, along with the help of a few key figures as we prepared to transition from paper charting to EHR via Epic. This was a huge undertaking over the last 2 years.
- Devise continuing education programs integrating new trends and new processes. I spearhead a program called "Trauma Case Reviews", where the trauma surgeons, trauma program staff and I, select distinct trauma cases to review with the trauma control nurses. We meet in a conference room and review the case from beginning to end taking away key educational points along the way. We play the EMS encode aloud to the room, present the case verbally with imaging showing on the screen, as the trauma attendings discuss care decisions, temporizing measures considered, differential diagnoses, and point out key lessons to take away. The staff provides feedback on other possible ideas and priceless dialogue ensues.
- I conduct new hire orientation and verify sufficient training of new trauma control nurses before releasing them to operate in the trauma bay.
- Assess equipment acquisition and training needs and make recommendations to program director.
- Scheduled educational activities, faculty lectures and departmental events to drive mission and values of institution. I assist in performing Mock traumas to educate staff and comply with ACS standards. I teach TNCC for OU Health, and also guest lecture for our hospital guided "burn boot camp" class.
- Train new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols. I am certified in US guided peripheral IV placement and also as an instructor. I perform this for patients as needed as well as train new TCNs in obtaining this skill .
- Audit charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- I operate as a blend of trauma ED manager and floor supervisor. I am frequently on the floor assisting staff with patient care, procedures, clinical care coordination and collaboration with trauma physicians, and patient throughput and flow. But I also work out of an office, and work m-f primarily, attending department and hospital wide meetings. I act as the liaison between the trauma program, trauma attendings, and department leadership.
- I plan, hold, and execute department meetings with staff.
- I co-lead the trauma Resuscitation monthly meeting along with Dr. Celii. This meeting is a collaboration of physicians, providers, nurses, ancillary staff, and leaders that meet about all aspects of trauma care, processes, etc provided in the trauma ED.
- I coordinate and handle all trauma Control nurse scheduling complying with the matrix given by the hospital.
- Conduct various QI/QA in collaboration with the trauma program
Trauma Control Nurse
OU Health
02.2012 - 04.2019
- Provided exceptional care to high acuity Trauma patients needing complex care such as massive transfusion of blood products, ventilator management, management of multiple drips, assistance with various invasive procedures including but not limited to ED thoracotomy and REBOA. Provided critical care to all trauma patient genres including pediatric, geriatric, and obstetric.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Flight Nurse/Paramedic
Medi Flight
05.2003 - 04.2019
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients of all types including cardiac, neuro, trauma, pediatric, ob-gyn, and medical.
- Performed wide range of specialized functions and complex assessments, diagnoses, therapies and emergency treatment of patients transported by helicopter. This included standard IV/IO placement and ICU level medications/drips, Chest Tube placement, needle thoracostomy, pericardiocentesis, intubation, cricothyrotomy, airway management, and massive transfusion of blood products.
- Assessed for and detected changes in status of patients and demonstrated proactive approach to solving patient problems.
- Documented appropriate and accurate information for assessment and treatment during stabilization and transport.
- Maintained flight medicine knowledge base by attending mandatory meetings, performing chart and equipment reviews, skills labs and clinical rotations and participating in continuing education sessions for care and transport of critically ill and injured patients.
- Planned, organized and positioned equipment and supplies for use in emergency conditions before, during and after transport.
ICU Nurse
Southwest Medical Center Integris
08.2004 - 02.2006
- Performed general ICU care in a diverse ICU caring for medical, Neuro, Cardiac and post surgical patients. I completed training in post open heart recovery care.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
Paramedic
EMSSTAT
05.1998 - 07.2003
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure to all patient care types.
- Responded to daily emergencies and worked alongside firemen and EMTs.
- Adapted treatment plans quickly and effectively based on changing patient conditions and reactions.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Became certified as a Hazmat technician to respond to Hazmat emergencies in post 9/11 era.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rose State College
Oklahoma City, OK05.2003
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic
Oklahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK05.1998
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Team Coordination
- Emergency Readiness
- Staff Education
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Care
- Emergency Procedures
Accomplishments
2020 Daily Oklahoman ER nurse of the year
2018 Trauma Control Nurse of the Year
2000 Paramedic of the Year
1999 Red Cross Lifesaver award
Certification
TCRN- trauma certified RN
CFRN-Certified Flight nurse
TNCC-Trauma Nurse Core course
AHA- acls, pals, bls
Hazmat Technician
Timeline
Trauma ED Supervisor
OU Health
06.2019 - Current
Trauma Control Nurse
OU Health
02.2012 - 04.2019
ICU Nurse
Southwest Medical Center Integris
08.2004 - 02.2006
Flight Nurse/Paramedic
Medi Flight
05.2003 - 04.2019
Paramedic
EMSSTAT
05.1998 - 07.2003
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rose State College
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedic
Oklahoma City Community College
TCRN- trauma certified RN
CFRN-Certified Flight nurse
TNCC-Trauma Nurse Core course
AHA- acls, pals, bls
Hazmat Technician
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