Marjory Brown
Newport News,VA
Summary
Expert at delivering exceptional patient care, during my tenure at Virginia Hospital Center demonstrated skills in oral medication and IV medication administration. Participated in cultivating strong clinical judgment while precepting new graduates. As a patient educator and counselor, I significantly improved patient outcomes. Taking a collaborative approach I demonstrated my ability to provide care in diverse clinical settings throughout the hospital, thus earning Commendable annual evaluations
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Virginia Hospital Center
07.2020 - 10.2024
- 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.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- 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.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
06.2015 - 07.2020
- Contributed to enhanced teamwork among medical staff members through effective communication skills and collaborative problem-solving approaches when addressing complex cases or challenges on the floor.
- Upheld high standards of documentation accuracy by meticulously recording patient progress notes and updating electronic medical records as necessary to maintain a complete and accurate account of each patient''s care journey.
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility in adjusting to various clinical settings during travel assignments, quickly integrating into new environments to provide seamless continuity of care for patients.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse
TCMP/NAVAL MEDICAL CENTER
09.2007 - 10.2014
- 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.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of Maine Augusta
Augusta, Maine06-1994
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Care plan development
- Physical assessments
- Patient evaluation
- Telemetry monitoring
- Family education
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Precepting
- Lab result interpretation
- Performing EKG
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Emergency response
- Diabetes management
- Insulin medication assistance
- Chronic disease management
- Medical assessment
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- HIPAA education
Accomplishments
Management of MICU Patients during COVID
Float Pool for four plus years, exceptional flexibility working in all units. Multiple education courses in Health Stream, certifications: CMS, Medicare parts C and D, Medical History Process, Stoke Education, ACLS, Telemetry
Certification
Preceptor
CAUTI
CLABSI
MOAB
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Virginia Hospital Center
07.2020 - 10.2024
Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
06.2015 - 07.2020
Registered Nurse
TCMP/NAVAL MEDICAL CENTER
09.2007 - 10.2014
Preceptor
CAUTI
CLABSI
MOAB
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of Maine Augusta
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