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Kristy Brown

Steger,Il.

Summary

Registered Nurse seeking great opportunity for a challenging and rewarding position. A well practiced RN with more than ten years of experience in Telemetry, Medical Intensive Care Unit, Surgical Vascular Thoracic Unit, Endoscopy Procedural Unit, Home Health, and Healthcare Administer.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Health Center Administrator

Aunt Martha's Health And Wellness
Chicago Heights, IL
08.2022 - Current
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Explained policies, procedures and services to patients.
  • Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
  • Maintained awareness of government regulations, health insurance changes and financing options.
  • Directed, supervised and evaluated medical, clerical or maintenance personnel.
  • Managed changes in integrated health care delivery systems and technological innovations while keeping focus on quality of care.
  • Kept informed of advances in medicine and computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment.
  • Approved employee timecards on a bi-weekly basis
  • Trained new Medical Assistants
  • Managed and overseen daily operations on two Health Care Clinics. Chicago Heights Pediatric Center and Hazel Crest Center
  • Maintained supplies in both clinics.

Business Owner

N/A
Steger, IL
05.2018 - 08.2022
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Resolved issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision making.
  • Conferred with customers to understand needs and finalize purchase orders.
  • Kept records for production, inventory, income and expenses.
  • Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
  • Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
  • Oversaw company social media and marketing efforts to expand brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Orchestrated live Facebook sales to sell new products to customers and also gain new customers.

Registered Nurse

Advocate Christ Medical Center
09.2007 - 04.2018
  • Computerized charting specialist Enthusiastic caregiver
  • Wound cleaning/care expertise
  • Infection control standards
  • Expert flow sheet charting
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Mobility assistance
  • Colostomy care familiarity
  • Tracheotomy care familiarity
  • Foley catheter insertion/removal
  • High level of autonomy
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Organizational skills
  • Body mechanics knowledge
  • Specimen collection/processing proficiency
  • Knowledge of endoscopy equipment, - Oak Lawn, IL
  • Provided critical care to patients with multiple co-morbidities
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery
  • Provided necessary health education training for patients
  • Treated patients with strokes and head traumas
  • Assisted physicians in endoscopy procedures
  • Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, treatments, medications, discharge instructions and follow-up care
  • Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care
  • Worked as part of team to ensure proper care of body mechanics and safety of patient
  • Partnered with team of Registered Nurses to ensure over all well-being of all patients
  • Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients
  • Cleaned and sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, weight and height
  • Maintained patient charts and confidential files
  • Assessed patients in active withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms
  • Educated patients and families on disease and medication management in a home health setting.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

South Suburban College
01.2007

Skills

Medication administration expert

Skilled in conducting physical examinations

Strong clinical judgement

Lab result evaluation

Critical care nursing

Professional bedside manner

Skilled cardiac care nurse

Geriatric treatment knowledge

Broad medical terminology knowledge

Committed to compliance reporting

Culturally sensitive

Strong medical ethic

Effective in heart pumps

Effective with CRRT

Swan catheter insertion/removal

Hemodynamic monitoring

Trained in in-patient and out-patient care

Team player

Issue Resolution

Staff Management

Employee Training

Quality Assurance

Operations Oversight

Team Leadership

Performance Assessment

Decision Making

Goal Setting

Timeline

Health Center Administrator

Aunt Martha's Health And Wellness
08.2022 - Current

Business Owner

N/A
05.2018 - 08.2022

Registered Nurse

Advocate Christ Medical Center
09.2007 - 04.2018

Associate of Science - Nursing

South Suburban College

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