LeAnne Browning
Hurricane,WV
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional with 20 years of experience in diverse healthcare settings, specializing in patient care and quality improvement. Proven track record in managing nursing staff, enhancing patient satisfaction, and implementing evidence-based practices. Skilled in critical thinking, interdisciplinary collaboration, and regulatory compliance, with a focus on optimizing patient outcomes and fostering a culture of safety.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Evening Shift Supervisor
Genesis
South Charleston, WV
07.2025 - Current
- Acted as a liaison between frontline nurses & upper management communicating concerns & suggestions effectively
- Coordinated with other departments such as pharmacy or laboratory services to ensure seamless integration of patient care
- Maintained accurate documentation of nursing activities, including assessments, interventions, and outcomes in electronic health records (EHR)
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance clinical processes and optimize patient care delivery
- Managed the scheduling of nursing staff to ensure adequate coverage for all shifts while optimizing resource allocation
- Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures to maintain compliance with industry regulations and standards
- Analyzed data related to nurse productivity & patient outcomes then used findings to make evidence-based practice recommendations
- Prepared shift summary reports for supervisor and communicated regularly on goals and progress.
Travel Registered Nurse, Geriatric Psych
Maxim Healthcare
West Columbia, WV
02.2024 - 07.2025
- Charge Nurse/ Evening shift supervisor
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Travel Psychiatric RN
24HourNurse Staffing
Huntington, WV
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Serve as charge nurse for assigned unit with 18 beds
- Complete discharges when treatment is completed
- Provide patient education on several topics, including therapeutic coping skills and medication education
- Suicide Risk Assessment and daily re-evaluations, as indicated.
- Accu checks
- Patient assessment every shift to determine mental/physical status
- Completion of documentation.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall well-being.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Devised individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s unique situation, optimizing clinical outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Travel Psychiatric RN
Maxim Healthcare Services
Charleston, WV
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Serve as charge nurse for assigned unit with 20 patients
- Complete admissions on new patients
- Complete discharges when treatment is completed
- Provide patient education on several topics, including therapeutic coping skills and medication education
- Suicide Risk Assessment and daily re-evaluations, as indicated
- Medication administration, including emergency psychiatric medications
- Accu checks
- Patient assessment every shift to determine mental/physical status
- Documentation.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
Travel RN-Hospice
Maxim Healthcare Group
Charleston, WV
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Palliative/comfort care for general admission patients
- Respite care for home patients transferred to in-patient facilities with varying terminal diagnoses (i.e senile degeneration, CHF, COPD, etc)
- Administration of medications through various routes (IV, SQ, PO)
- Accu checks, as ordered
- Patient assessment throughout shift
- Assessment of changes/decline in status
- Ostomy care (tracheostomy, colostomy, nephrostomy, etc)
- Management of NG tubes
- Use of durable medical equipment
- Provide education to patients, families, and staff members on multiple topics related to end of life.
Travel RN Psych
Maxim Healthcare Group
Charleston, WV
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Serve as charge nurse for assigned unit with 20 patients
- Complete admissions on new patients
- Complete discharges when treatment is completed
- Provide patient education on several topics, including therapeutic coping skills and medication education
- Suicide Risk Assessment and daily re-evaluations, as indicated
- Medication administration, including emergency psychiatric medications
- Accu checks
- Patient assessment every shift to determine mental/physical status
- Documentation.
Travel RN
CareerStaff Unlimited
South Charleston, WV
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Medication pass
- Accu checks with insulin administration
- Assessment and monitoring of ill and convalescing residents
- Wound assessment/treatments
- Emergency treatment, as needed
- End of life care
- PICC, MIDLINE, and port infusions
- Ordering of medications
- Administration of IV medications
- Admission/discharge of residents
- Immunization administration/ tuberculin testing
- Management and care of acute and rehabilitation patients on Transitional Care Unit.
Travel LPN
CareerStaff Unlimited
Charleston, WV
04.2019 - 01.2021
- Genesis: Cedar Ridge Center, Marmet Center, Valley Center.
- Long-term care travel assignments across various facilities
- Medication pass
- Accu checks with insulin administration
- Monitoring of ill and convalescing residents
- Wound assessment/treatments
- Emergency treatment, as needed
- End of life care
- Ordering of medications
- Administration of IV medications
- Admission/discharge of residents
- Immunization administration/ tuberculin testing.
Field LPN
Professional Case Management
Salyersville, KY
08.2017 - 04.2019
- Private duty home health for individuals with occupational related illnesses approved through the Department of Labor
- Conduct head to toe assessments
- Administer prescribed medications/ treatments
- Provide skilled nursing care
- Coordinate with case manager, physicians, and family members to provide efficient, quality care.
Staff LPN
DaVita
Louisa, KY
03.2016 - 01.2018
- Hemodialysis
- Patient assessment
- Medication pass
- Management of DaVita pharmacy services for the facility including interaction with pharmacy services on behalf of patients r/t insurance questions, prescription refills, etc
- Patient education on a daily basis, including education to the hearing/learning impaired
- Education also provided to family members to ensure continuity of care
- Training of new PCTs and center nurses
- Facility infection control manager; perform monthly infection control auditing of teammate practices to ensure CMS compliance, monthly auditing of patient and teammate vaccination status/immunity, administration of necessary vaccinations, as needed
- FACT Expert Cannulator.
Health Services Administrator
Prime Care Medical
Logan, WV
11.2011 - 03.2016
- Supervision of 10+ medical staff members
- Quality control reviews based on HEDIS measures to ensure compliance with accreditation standards r/t chronic illness, infection control, patient education standards, hospitalizations/ER visits, detoxification and withdrawal, medication reviews
- Coordination with on site providers to develop care plans for chronically ill patients, including geriatric patients
- Coordination with jail administration, on-site providers and off-site providers to ensure thorough and efficient implementation of care plans
- Responsible for all outpatient scheduling for medical/psychological care unable to be provided in the facility, i.e surgical interventions, hemodialysis, oncology, prenatal care, podiatry, endocrinology, long term care referrals etc
- Responsible for all discharge planning, including referrals for medical, psychological, and substance abuse treatment post release
- Also provided discharged patients with community resource referrals such as shelters and food/medication assistance programs
- Provided HIPAA training to medical and correctional staff members, as well as various other monthly and annual trainings to medical and correctional staff
- Monthly composites of information related to patient care. (I.E outside visits, ER trips, medication usage percentages, etc)
- Oversight of all clinics provided in center (Chronic care, physician call, psychiatrist call, psychologist call, and dental call)
- Responsible for patient education, regarding community health topics and chronic illness.
- Assisted with regulatory issues such as compliance.
- Recruited, oriented, and trained healthcare staff members.
- Organized and managed contracts directly related to strategic mission of healthcare system.
- Tracked and evaluated statistical data on healthcare activities to make effective program decisions.
- Coordinated activities with correctional administrator to align planning processes with targeted project outcomes.
- Maintained credentialing and immunization logs for employees and providers.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to identify areas for improvement in service delivery, resulting in more efficient workflows.
- Evaluated performance metrics to assess effectiveness of healthcare services and recommend improvements where necessary.
- Developed robust communication strategies between departments, promoting transparency and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Established partnerships with community organizations to promote health education programs that improved public awareness about preventive care options.
- Collaborated with clinical leadership to establish best practices for patient-centered care across all service lines.
- Organized staff scheduling arrangements that ensured adequate coverage during peak hours while balancing employee work-life balance concerns effectively.
- Conducted ongoing risk assessments to ensure compliance with safety regulations, minimizing potential hazards within the facility environment.
- Oversaw recruitment efforts for clinical and administrative staff, building a highly skilled team dedicated to exceptional patient care.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration in the design and execution of patient care plans.
- Scheduled surgeries, managed pre-certifications and verified insurance coverage.
Staff LPN
PrimeCare Medical Inc.
10.2005 - 11.2011
- Medication administration to 500+ patients
- Completion of any ordered treatments for patients, such as daily/weekly blood pressure checks, detoxification checks, accu checks, neurological checks, and dressing changes
- Assessment of all patients housed in the medical unit every 8 hours
- Assessment of patients who exhibit mental illness and/or suicidal ideations every 8 hours
- Screening of new intakes for health history
- Administration of PPD tests
- Assist provider with various exams provided in a community health setting (pap smears, hemoccults, urinalysis, etc)
- Triage, assessment, and treatment of patients during nurse sick call program
- Responsible for patient education.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Nursing
Capella University
01-2026
Associate's degree - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing-Louisville
Hazard, KY12-2020
Certificate of Technical Studies - Practical Nursing
McDowell County Career And Technology Center
Welch, WV07-2005
Skills
- 65 WPM
- Leadership
- Mental health nursing expertise
- Discharge Planning
- Extensive experience with Critical Thinking Delegation and Motivation
- Verbal and written communication
- Resource management
Certification
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Compact State Nurse License
Timeline
Evening Shift Supervisor
Genesis
07.2025 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse, Geriatric Psych
Maxim Healthcare
02.2024 - 07.2025
Travel Psychiatric RN
24HourNurse Staffing
07.2023 - 02.2024
Travel Psychiatric RN
Maxim Healthcare Services
08.2022 - 07.2023
Travel RN-Hospice
Maxim Healthcare Group
05.2022 - 07.2022
Travel RN Psych
Maxim Healthcare Group
09.2021 - 05.2022
Travel RN
CareerStaff Unlimited
01.2021 - 09.2021
Travel LPN
CareerStaff Unlimited
04.2019 - 01.2021
Field LPN
Professional Case Management
08.2017 - 04.2019
Staff LPN
DaVita
03.2016 - 01.2018
Health Services Administrator
Prime Care Medical
11.2011 - 03.2016
Staff LPN
PrimeCare Medical Inc.
10.2005 - 11.2011
Associate's degree - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing-Louisville
Bachelor's degree - Nursing
Capella University
Certificate of Technical Studies - Practical Nursing
McDowell County Career And Technology Center