Madison Brooks

Infection Control Preventionist:

• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Administered treatments and medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• As Department Head, collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.

Admissions Coordinator

• Displayed functional familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance coverage protocols.
• Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication and coordination of care.
• Coordinated discharge planning activities with case managers ensuring smooth transition from hospital setting to home or other facilities.
• Maintained thorough knowledge of insurance requirements, working closely with billing departments to verify coverage eligibility for incoming patients.
• Monitored daily census data ensuring optimal bed utilization across different units within the facility.
• Evaluated effectiveness of current procedures by conducting regular audits on admission records accuracy and completeness.
• Provided support to family members during the admission process, addressing concerns and answering questions as needed.
• Settled incoming patients into rooms and verified adequacy of medical supplies and treatment equipment.

• Responded efficiently to medical emergencies within the hospital setting, providing life-saving interventions as needed.
• Administered blood products according to established protocols, closely monitoring patients for transfusion reactions or complications.
• Assisted physicians with invasive procedures such as central line insertions or bronchoscopies while maintaining strict sterile technique.
• Served as a preceptor for new nurses, facilitating orientation and integration into the ICU setting.
• Mentored nursing students during clinical rotations in the Medical ICU setting, fostering professional growth.
• Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
• Performed procedures on patients experiencing complications of COVID-19.
• Monitored hemodynamic stability of critically ill patients using tools like arterial lines, central venous pressure monitoring, and Swan-Ganz catheters.

• Performed skilled nursing procedures such as IV therapy administration, tracheostomy care maintenance, respiratory treatments, while in patient home.
• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
• Promoted a healing environment within the pediatric home by maintaining cleanliness standards and adhering to infection control protocols.
• Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
• Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.

• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.

• Improved vaccination rates among patients through effective education on vaccine safety and benefits.
• Actively participated in professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops related to pediatrics nursing practice improvements.
• Coordinated referrals to specialists, ensuring timely appointments and continuity of care for patients.
• Implemented a system for tracking immunizations to ensure all patients received necessary vaccinations according to schedule.
• Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
• Prepared and administered vaccines and medications, collected specimens and performed other patient care tasks to assist physician with examinations and procedures.
• Tracked, reviewed and monitored diagnostic test results and assisted in management of patient care between visits.
• Sterilized instruments and equipment and stocked unexpired supplies and medications to prepare patient care areas.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

• As the LPN in this walk-in family medical clinic I obtained patient vital signs, accurately documented, provided treatments, medications, reinforced teaching and follow ups in electronic health records and paper charting
• I administered injections for therapeutic and prophylactic means to patients as young as two weeks old
• I also performed wound care, suture/staple removal, ear irrigation/wash, assist in outpatient surgical procedure such as I&D, destruction of skin imperfections, and biopsy collection, I communicated lab and imaging results, performed EKG and obtained laboratory specimens per specific requirements
• I provided CLIA waived lab testing such as Strep, Influenza, Mono, RSV, Pylori and FOBT
• I was responsible for the education and training of new staff
• I took charge of inventory and ordering, utensil cleaning and sterilization, cleaning and restocking of exam rooms and laboratory, and performing the controls, maintenance and cleaning of all in house laboratory equipment
• Minimized errors in data entry by double-checking information before submitting claims to insurance companies.
• Assigned appropriate medical codes with high accuracy rate.
• Increased accuracy of claims submissions with thorough understanding of ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS coding systems.

• As an LPN in this geriatric facility I oversaw two halls per twelve hour shifts with a total average of 40 residents
• The majority of these residents needed long term assistance
• A variety of care was provided including medication administration, monitoring of vitals and conditions, communicating with a team of healthcare providers and assistance with activities of daily living
• Documentation was an essential duty, demonstrating progression or regression, narcotic records, medication effectiveness, and behavioral changes in that shift
• Often treatments of wounds and summaries of wound conditions would be performed
• Supervision of nursing assistants and their performances was a high priority
• Many of these residents had family members actively involved in their plan of care; it was my responsibility to be as informative and uplifting as possible to them as well

• Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
• Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
• Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
• Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
• Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.

• Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
• Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
• Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
• Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
• Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
• Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
• Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.