Mary-Ellen Brandt
Fort Collins,CO
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Oklahoma Heart Institute
Tulsa, OK
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Triage Nurse (Cardiology, Endocrinology, Sleep): Triage patients over the telephone, Assess and evaluate patient concerns, Implement plan of action and determine urgency of care, Discuss test results and physician recommendations, Schedule appointments as needed, Communicate with office and hospital care teams, Provide health information and advice to patients, Communicate with pharmacies and insurances, Utilize GEMMS documentation program, internet, and Microsoft programs. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills. Ability to make triage decisions efficiently and effectively. Averaged 80 calls a day.
Registered Nurse
St. Francis Hospital
Tulsa, OK
01.2014
- Endoscopy (EGD, Colonoscopy, ERCP): Prepare patient for procedure (pre-op), Administered IV medications for conscious sedation (Intra-Op), Recovery and Discharge of patient (PACU), performed follow up phone calls. Utilize EPIC documentation program.
Registered Nurse
Integris Lakeside Women's Hospital
Oklahoma City, OK
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Pre Op, Circulator, PACU Surgery (General, Gynecological, Plastics and Urology): Pre-Op assessment, prepare patient for surgery. Circulator assisting the surgical team, prepare patient for surgical procedure, work with physician to develop care plan for patient during surgery, evaluate patients condition during procedure, monitored sterility of case, anticipate needs of scrub tech. Trained in Robotic use of Da Vinci System. Endoscopy (EGD and Colonoscopy): Prepare patient for procedure (pre-op), discharge of patient (PACU), follow up phone calls. Labor & Delivery/Mother Baby: Evaluate labor progress, monitor EFM tracings and assess fetal well being, Care of post partum patient and infant. Med/Surg: Care of GYN surgical post op patients.
Registered Nurse
Overland Park Regional Medical Center
Overland Park, KS
01.2010
- Labor & Delivery: Evaluate labor progress/cervical exams, offer labor support and comfort measures, second stage management, monitor EFM tracing and assess fetal well being, monitor and maintain infant safety and security (utilize Hugs system), circulate for emergent and scheduled cesarean sections, assessments and care of post cesarean and vaginal recovery, management of patients with pregnancy complications, assess breastfeeding and offer support.
Registered Nurse
Olathe Medical Center
Olathe, KS
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Licensed Practical Nurse, 2008-2009, OB Technician, 2007 to 2008 Float Pool: Implemented admissions, patient care, and discharge. Performed clinical tasks according to hospital policies. Assessed patient status and notify physicians of clinical changes. Educated patients/families on healthcare needs, conditions and alternatives. Maintained patient charts and confidential files utilizing Cerner Millennium. Women's Health: Assisted provider with c-sections and vaginal deliveries including setup and scrubbing in for surgical procedures. Provided patient care, clerical support and screen phone calls to floor-locked unit. Answered call lights to attend to patients' requests and assist nurses in patient care. Placed physicians' orders in Cerner Millennium.
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Women's Healthcare Group
Overland Park, KS
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Greeted patients, recorded health history of patient and noted abnormal conditions for OB/GYN physicians. Instructed patients on collection of any necessary samples and tests, obtained vital signs, performed NST's and patient teaching. Triaged patients to ensure productive flow and responded/screened telephone calls for referral to physicians.
OR Instrument Technician
Shawnee Mission Medical Center
Shawnee, KS
01.2004 - 01.2005
Veterinary Technician
Nall Hills Animal Hospital
Overland Park, KS
01.1997 - 01.2004
Education
ACLS
ACLS Certification Institute
08-2025
RN License
Colorado Board of Nursing License
07-2025
Basic Life Support
American Heart Association
03-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Neosho County Community College
Chanute, KS05-2009
LPN
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS05-2006
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technician
Maple Woods Communtiy College
Kansas City05-2000
Current Experience
Colorado Allergy and Asthma Center
Registered Nurse, 2025-Current
Perform skin prick, patch and intradermal testing. Administer allergy injections and monitor for any reactions. Responding to any allergic reactions. Perform spirometry for asthma patients. Obtain and maintain history and symptoms of patients.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Oklahoma Heart Institute
01.2015 - 01.2016
Registered Nurse
St. Francis Hospital
01.2014
Registered Nurse
Integris Lakeside Women's Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2013
Registered Nurse
Overland Park Regional Medical Center
01.2010
Registered Nurse
Olathe Medical Center
01.2009 - 01.2010
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Women's Healthcare Group
01.2006 - 01.2008
OR Instrument Technician
Shawnee Mission Medical Center
01.2004 - 01.2005
Veterinary Technician
Nall Hills Animal Hospital
01.1997 - 01.2004
ACLS
ACLS Certification Institute
RN License
Colorado Board of Nursing License
Basic Life Support
American Heart Association
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Neosho County Community College
LPN
Johnson County Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Veterinary Technician
Maple Woods Communtiy College