Nancy Brown
Hillsborough,NC
Summary
A compassionate Registered Nurse adept at evaluating patient needs and providing tailored care. Specializes in pain management, symptom relief, and offering emotional support. An effective communicator, empathetic and committed to advocating for patients. Skilled in prioritizing tasks to fulfill requirements efficiently.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospice Registered Nurse
AuthoraCare
Burlington, NC
07.2019 - 03.2024
- Administered comprehensive palliative care to terminally ill patients, including pain and symptom management, wound care, and emotional support.
- Performed physical assessments including wound care, skin integrity checks, catheter changes and care, IV therapy administration and other clinical skills as needed.
- Delivered respectful, compassionate care to each patient and family member.
- Listened to patients and loved ones, offering emotional support, and kindness to help with end-of-life transition.
- Monitored and assessed comfort, mental state, and symptom improvement levels; collaborated with team to modify treatment plans and medication regimens as required.
- I found joy in mentoring new staff and imparting knowledge along with hospice philosophies.
Hospice Nurse
VAMC
Durham, NC
09.2011 - 12.2018
- Provided comprehensive care for complex hospice patients.
- Conscientious and comprehensive assessments for comfort level, changes of condition, and responses to treatments.
- Consulted with providers as needed for added assistance to achieve patient comfort.
- Performed advanced nursing functions such as wound care or IV therapy according to established standards of practice.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as pain crisis or respiratory distress.
- Provided support for patients and their families in a respectful, empathetic way by meeting them where they are instead of insisting on acceptance and agreement.
- Utilized effective interpersonal, writing and active listening skills to build and cultivate positive relationships with patients, caregivers, and physicians.
- Participated in palliative care meetings to discuss current cases and develop treatment plans for complex cases.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge about new developments related to hospice nursing practices.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, treatments administered, medications given.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members, according to their qualifications and strengths.
- Provided support and help to all of my co-workers, voiced appreciation, and validated their contributions.
Hospice Nurse
Duke Hospice Home
Durham, NC
04.2009 - 04.2011
- Adapted and excelled in the role of an intermediate hospice nurse, ensuring a high level of quality care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing- RN
Alamance Community College
Graham, NC05-2000
Skills
- Compassionate Care
- Medication Administration
- Assessments
- Conflict resolution
- Admissions and other required Clinical Documentation
- Competent and calm Emergency Response
- Patient Safety
Certification
- ADN
- CPR
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Hospice Registered Nurse
AuthoraCare
07.2019 - 03.2024
Hospice Nurse
VAMC
09.2011 - 12.2018
Hospice Nurse
Duke Hospice Home
04.2009 - 04.2011
Associate of Science - Nursing- RN
Alamance Community College
- ADN
- CPR
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