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James M. Brewbaker

Kissimmee

Summary

Dedicated and patient-focused Registered Nurse with a proven track record in acute patient care, staff development, and family advocacy. Exceptional multitasking abilities ensure the prioritization of tasks for superior patient care across diverse settings, including Medical/Surgical Units, ICU, and CVSICU. Extensive experience in administrative functions such as admissions, assessments, treatments, referrals, and patient education enhances the ability to provide comprehensive care. Recognized for effective communication and mentoring skills that foster team collaboration and promote professional growth among nursing staff.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN - PACU

Advent Health Celebration
04.2020 - Current
  • Managing airway patency, monitoring vital signs, assessing pain levels to prepare for the next level of care. Critical thinking, rapid decision making, and strong communication skills for patients, families and the healthcare team while keeping safety as a priority. Promote Service Standards.

RN – PCU Orlando South

Advent Health Orlando
02.2019 - 03.2020

ANM- Surgical PCU C5SU ICU Nurse/ Rapid Response/ Relief Charge

Florida Hospital Celebration
08.2012 - 01.2019
  • Experienced with all levels of Intensive Care CRRT/ Nimbex/ Code Cool/ Rotoprone/ and all critical drips.

CVSICU

Florida Hospital Orlando
05.2011 - 08.2012

Critical Care ICU Agency Nurse

All About Staffing, St. Petersburg & Orlando, Florida
05.2010 - 08.2012
  • Proficient in providing care for the critically ill patient, working in NICU, MICU, ICU, CVICU CVISCU and CCU. Worked in Central Florida Regional Hospital, Osceola Regional Hospital, Brandon Regional Hospital, South Bay Hospital, Doctors Hospital and Bayfront Medical Center

CVICU Nurse

Florida Hospital Waterman
02.2011 - 05.2011
  • Open Heart Critical Care nursing. Trained in IABP, CRRT open heart recovery, Critical drips, ECG interpretation and all aspects of critical care nursing.
  • Was hired to start the open-heart program but after 3 months it appeared the program would not be starting for a long time. Moved to Florida Hospital South after that.

Clinical Manager, Cardio Vascular Surgical Intensive Care Unit

Manatee Memorial Hospital, Bradenton, FL
11.1999 - 03.2010
  • Served as charge nurse caring for patients with acute illnesses, including CABG and valve replacements; acute congestive failure, acute myocardial infraction, drug overdose, massive trauma, respiratory failure, and disseminated intravascular coagulopathy. Promote health and support patients and families in coping with illness. Skilled in Nihon Koden and Edwards Life Science Bedside Monitoring, 12-lead EKG, and ventilator monitoring
  • Provide strong contributions as key member of unit quality assurance program designed to identify and evaluate problems, manage patient census, and allocate staff assignments.
  • Exhibit motivation and dedication by providing the highest quality of care to each patient

Licensed Practical Nurse

Blake Medical Center Bradenton, Florida
01.1994 - 01.1997
  • Delivered a complete range of LPN services including oncology, orthopedics, pediatrics and medical surgical. Accurately obtained and documented patient history and medication lists, assessed individual conditions and needs, and selected departmental referrals for acutely ill patients. Prepared equipment and assisted physicians during patient examinations and treatments. Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Arcadia Health Care, Bradenton, Florida
02.1997 - 11.1999
  • Provided care as an agency LPN. Adapted to all types of nursing care from nursing home residents to prisoners. Managed and provided care to ELF and ACLF patients. Provided triage, referrals, direct nursing care, and medication administration to incarcerated population. Private duty and home care nursing providing care to one on one patient in an overnight setting.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing, ASN

Manatee Community College
Bradenton, Florida
01.2002

Licensed Practical Nurse Certification - undefined

Manatee Vocational School
01.1996

Skills

  • Medical-surgical expertise
  • CVISCU
  • Monitor CVP, A-Line, ICP, Swan Ganz, Triple Lumen Catheters, AV Fistulas
  • Care Plan Creation and Administration
  • NG/Sump & Peg Tubes
  • Patient/Family Education
  • Training and In-Services
  • Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
  • Intra Aortic Balloon Pump
  • Rapid Response Code Blue Team

Certification

  • Advance Life Support
  • BLS
  • PALS

Timeline

RN - PACU

Advent Health Celebration
04.2020 - Current

RN – PCU Orlando South

Advent Health Orlando
02.2019 - 03.2020

ANM- Surgical PCU C5SU ICU Nurse/ Rapid Response/ Relief Charge

Florida Hospital Celebration
08.2012 - 01.2019

CVSICU

Florida Hospital Orlando
05.2011 - 08.2012

CVICU Nurse

Florida Hospital Waterman
02.2011 - 05.2011

Critical Care ICU Agency Nurse

All About Staffing, St. Petersburg & Orlando, Florida
05.2010 - 08.2012

Clinical Manager, Cardio Vascular Surgical Intensive Care Unit

Manatee Memorial Hospital, Bradenton, FL
11.1999 - 03.2010

Licensed Practical Nurse

Arcadia Health Care, Bradenton, Florida
02.1997 - 11.1999

Licensed Practical Nurse

Blake Medical Center Bradenton, Florida
01.1994 - 01.1997

Licensed Practical Nurse Certification - undefined

Manatee Vocational School

Associate of Science - Nursing, ASN

Manatee Community College

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