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Matthew Braddy

Bartow,FL

Summary

Competent and caring Emergency Registered Nurse offering 17 years combined of prehospital/in-hospital coordinating and carrying out patient care in high-volume hospital environments. Demonstrated performing with speed and accuracy to assess patients, deliver treatments and delegate tasks. Proven history of advocating for patient needs and fostering top-quality care. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

ProMed
Winter Haven, FL
05.2023 - Current
  • Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
  • Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, social workers, family members and other healthcare providers.
  • Educated families about their loved ones' conditions and provided emotional support.
  • Identified potential risks or complications during treatment processes and took appropriate corrective action.
  • Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
  • Provide RN coverage for needs in any emergency department in the Orlando/Tampa, FL region among HCA facilities.

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Aya Healthcare
Brandon, FL
09.2022 - Current
  • Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
  • Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, social workers, family members and other healthcare providers.
  • Identified potential risks or complications during treatment processes and took appropriate corrective action.

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

AdventHealth
Lake Wales, FL
01.2016 - 04.2022
  • Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
  • Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
  • Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, social workers, family members and other healthcare providers.

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

AdventHealthBayCare
Bartow, FL
01.2011 - 12.2021
  • Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
  • Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
  • Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, social workers, family members and other healthcare providers.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for improved ED throughput.

Firefighter/Paramedic

Bartow Fire Department
Bartow, FL
01.2007 - 01.2016
  • Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
  • Responded promptly to medical emergencies such as heart attacks or stroke victims.
  • Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
  • Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
  • Assessed and treated patients with medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest, shock, trauma, respiratory distress and intoxication.
  • Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
  • Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
  • Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
  • Responded quickly to hazardous materials incidents by containing spills or leaks with appropriate protective gear.
  • Maintained proficiency in advanced life support skills through continuing education classes and workshops.
  • Transported patients from accident scenes or hospital settings to medical facilities in a safe manner.
  • Adhered to protocols and procedures to maintain safety of patients and paramedic crew.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Polk State College Collegiate High School
Lakeland, FL
08-2015

Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services

Polk State College
Winter Haven, FL
12-2009

Skills

  • Trauma Care
  • Condition Monitoring
  • Privacy and Confidentiality
  • Ultrasound guided IV insertion
  • Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Advanced Cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
  • TNCC
  • NIHSS
  • Patient Safety
  • Patient Stabilization
  • Airway Management
  • Team Building
  • Human Anatomy and Physiology

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

ProMed
05.2023 - Current

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Aya Healthcare
09.2022 - Current

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

AdventHealth
01.2016 - 04.2022

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

AdventHealthBayCare
01.2011 - 12.2021

Firefighter/Paramedic

Bartow Fire Department
01.2007 - 01.2016

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Polk State College Collegiate High School

Associate of Science - Emergency Medical Services

Polk State College
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