Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Daisy Award Nomination 2026

Krista Brugger

AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Atlantic City Campus
Atlantic City,NJ
1
Certification
18
years of professional experience

Compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with expertise in direct patient care, triage, and care coordination in fast-paced environments. Skilled in managing high-stress situations while fostering strong relationships with patients and families through effective communication and supportive service.

Work History

Registered Nurse

16 Years 5 Months
AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Atlantic City Campus | 03.2010 - Current
  • Administered patient care, ensuring compliance with established protocols and safety standards.
  • Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions to inform treatment decisions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
  • Educated patients and families on health management, promoting adherence to discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Mentored junior nurses in clinical procedures, enhancing team competency and patient care quality.

Registered Nurse

1 Year 10 Months
Lehigh Valley Hospital | 05.2008 - 03.2010
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Led quality improvement initiatives, focusing on enhancing patient satisfaction scores through targeted interventions.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, reducing wait times for patient assessments.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating interventions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Stockton University | Galloway, NJ | 05-2016

Skills

IV medication administration
Medication management
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Patient monitoring
Critical care
Patient education
Clinical decision-making
Infection control
Documentation and charting
Strong clinical judgment
IV therapy management
Patient education and counseling
Cardiac rhythm assessment
Precepting
Clinical mentorship

Certification

ACLS, PALS, BLS, ATCN

Timeline

Registered Nurse

AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, Atlantic City Campus
03.2010 - CurrentRead More

Registered Nurse

Lehigh Valley Hospital
05.2008 - 03.2010Read More

Stockton University

Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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Daisy Award Nomination 2026

A family member recognized my nursing care as "excellent" while caring for her father. 

Krista Brugger