Maria Bratby

Delivered patient care across multiple departments and diverse patient populations.

• Floated to 3-4 hospitals on medical surgical/telemetry units, providing support to ED Medsurg/Tele hold patients.
• Assisted in emergency situations, providing critical support to medical staff.
• Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in electronic health system.

• Supported nursing staff by floating between hospitals in Medsurg/Tele units and managing Ed Hold patients, ensuring continuity of care.
• Administered medications and treatments following established protocols and guidelines.
• Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare providers.
• Educated patients and families on health conditions and treatment options to empower informed decision-making.
• Assisted in coordinating patient admissions, discharges, and transfers efficiently.

Provided home health care services such as wound care, medication administration, and IV therapy.

• Guided patients and families on disease management, lifestyle changes, nutrition, and preventive healthcare measures to promote health literacy and proactive care.

• Provided compassionate end-of-life care to patients in home and hospital settings.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create and adjust care plans.
• Educated families on effective medication management and symptom control strategies to enhance patient comfort.
• Offered emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
• offering emotional support, and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
• Responded quickly to changes in patient's conditions or symptoms by implementing appropriate interventions.

• Provided direct patient care in various departments across the medical center such as Med Surg/Tele and IMC units.
• Documented patient care accurately in medical records, adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
• Collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care delivery and outcomes.
• Upheld patient safety by strictly following infection control protocols.
• Provided direct nursing care to patients requiring medical, surgical or psychiatric services.

• Assessed patient conditions and monitored vital signs in critical care settings.
• Responded promptly to emergencies, utilizing advanced life support techniques.
• Provided care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced environment.
• Monitored ventilator settings and adjusted according to physician orders and established protocols.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses and outcomes.

• Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and nursing protocols to ensure patient safety and compliance.
• Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
• Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient needs and conditions.
• Educated patients and families about health management and post-discharge care.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and improve overall treatment outcomes.
• Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
• Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.

• Provided direct patient care in various clinical settings medical surgical, Telemetry and PCU.
• Assisted in emergency response situations with urgency and precision.
• Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
• Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.

Provided direct patient care in critical and general nursing units. (MS/Tele and Step down)

• Administered medications and monitored patient responses efficiently.
• Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
• Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.

• Provided direct nursing care across six Christus Spohn hospitals in diverse clinical settings, enhancing patient outcomes in GI, respiratory, renal, cardiac, oncology, rehab, and SNF.
• Administered medications and monitored patient responses effectively.
• Assumed charge nurse responsibilities to ensure effective team management and coordination.
• Instructed patients and families on health practices and treatments, empowering them to make informed decisions about care.
• Handled emergency situations with composure and decisive actions, ensuring patient safety and effective crisis resolution.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient management.

Functioned as infirmary and campus nurse, providing essential care to physically and mentally challenged individuals in diverse residential settings.

• Acted swiftly in emergency situations, ensuring immediate care for clients at home or in the community.
• Documented patient interactions in electronic health records accurately.
• Performed in-home assessments and developed care plans for patients with chronic illnesses.
• Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding home health services provided by agency staff.
• Maintained precise treatment records and documented assessment findings to ensure continuity of care.
• Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.

• Administered comprehensive patient care to medical surgical telemetry patients in roles of unit nurse and charge nurse.
• Collaborated with physician during examinations, tests, and procedures to enhance patient care.
• Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
• Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
• Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.