Joni Britt
Lumberton,NC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Oncology Registered Nurse
UNC Health Southeastern
Lumberton, NC
11.2006 - Current
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
RN Case Manager
UNC Health Southeastern
Lumberton, NC
12.2019 - 10.2022
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
RN, Emergency Department
Southeastern Regional Medical Center
Lumberton, NC
07.2006 - 11.2006
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Education
Master of Science - Nurse Education
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Wilmington, NC05-2006
Skills
- IV management
- Lab result interpretation
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Precepting
- Discharge coordination
- Clinical judgment
- Family education
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient satisfaction and process improvement
- Patient assessment
- G-tube care
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Performing ekgs
- Portacath access and care
Certification
- Oncology Certified Nurse, Oncology Nursing Credentialing Center - Nov 2009-present
- Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certification, Oncology Nursing Society, May 2025-present
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support, American Heart Assoc., April 2025-present
Timeline
RN Case Manager
UNC Health Southeastern
12.2019 - 10.2022
Medical Oncology Registered Nurse
UNC Health Southeastern
11.2006 - Current
RN, Emergency Department
Southeastern Regional Medical Center
07.2006 - 11.2006
Master of Science - Nurse Education
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of North Carolina At Wilmington