Patricia Brems
Litchfield,NH
Summary
Knowledgeable Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in delivering comprehensive patient care. Advanced skill working with diverse patient populations. Demonstrated ability to foster relationships and coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Electronic charting Wound assessments and care Patient monitoring Tracheostomy care Intake and discharge Long-Term Care Palliative and Pain Management Direct patient care IV and venipuncture certified Performing bladder scans Medical assessment Diabetes management Medication and IV administration Skills
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
IntelyCare
Quincy, MA
03.2022 - Current
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Fusion Medical - St Joseph's Healthcare System
Nashua, NH
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Performed physical and mental assessments of psychiatric patients.
- Assisted with crisis intervention when needed.
- Instructed individuals on how to cope with their mental health conditions through lifestyle changes, such as diet or exercise regimens.
- Provided emotional support to family members of psychiatric patients during difficult times.
Registered Nurse, LTC
Maxim-Hebrew Senior Life
Roslindale, MA
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
First Connect - St Josephs Hospital
Nashua, NH
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Recorded comprehensive patient histories and coordinated treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members.
- Developed appropriate policies for identification of medically-related social and emotional needs of clients.
- Handled vital sign monitoring, medication administration and patient behavior assessments.
- Monitored patients prescribed psychotropic medications to assess medications' effectiveness and side effects.
- Discussed non-medical techniques such as yoga and meditation to help patients alleviate depression and anxiety.
Rehab Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare - Encompass Healthcare
Concord, NH
11.2021 - 02.2022
- Taught ortho, neuro and cardiac rehabilitation nursing techniques to help patients develop self-care skills necessary to transition to independent living.
- Prepared patients for self-management and decision-making responsibilities.
- Established long and short-term goals for therapeutic services to encourage patient progress.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Registered Nurse
Maxim Health Care
Manchester, NH
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Monitored patient progress and responded to medical emergencies Assessed for s/sx of illness and maintained communication with providers Maintained safety procedures Updated and completed medical histories, completed admissions and discharges Coordinated care efforts at facility Identified and resolved patient care issues Maintained patient privacy
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Inficare Services LLC, Tewksbury Hospital
Tewksbury, MA
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns
- Observed behavioral changes
- Education provided to clients on improving coping strategies, relaxation techniques and problem solving skills
- Monitoring and maintaining a safe environment
Registered Nurse
Supplemental HealthWestborough Behavioral Hospital
Westborough, MA
08.2020 - 10.2020
- Administered medication as prescribed
- Monitored safety for youth and adult patients,
- Educated on resources, setting goals and techniques to build healthy relationships
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
Registered Nurse
Comfort Home Care LLC
Methuen, MA
06.2007 - 05.2020
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses
- Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care
- Developed and adapted individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, Teaching and educating about continued care strategies
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization due to complications.
Registered Nurse
Fairview Rehab
Hudson, NH
10.2018 - 04.2020
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients and monitored responses
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies
- Oversaw efficient nursing operations in 30 bed rehab care unit
- Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia
- Immunized patients against diseases such as influenza and pneumonia to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses
- Addressed unit staff concerns, including staffing ratios, resource management, allocation of responsibilities and optimized workload management.
Registered Nurse
Tewksbury Hospital
Tewksbury, MA
01.1988 - 06.2007
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rivier University
05.2004
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
Northern Essex Community College
06.2001
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Tewksbury Hospital School of Practical Nursing
06.1996
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Intake and discharge
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Diabetes management
- PPE use
- Patient monitoring
- Tracheostomy care
- Family and patient support
- Strong medical ethic
- Electronic Health Records Management
- CPI
Certification
CPR & AED certified through American Heart Association Registered Nurse in the State of MA & NH Certifications
EMR systems
- Pyxis
- Meditech
- Healthwize
- PCC
- Cerner
- Epic
Timeline
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Fusion Medical - St Joseph's Healthcare System
01.2023 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse, LTC
Maxim-Hebrew Senior Life
10.2022 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse
IntelyCare
03.2022 - Current
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
First Connect - St Josephs Hospital
03.2022 - 10.2022
Rehab Registered Nurse
Maxim Healthcare - Encompass Healthcare
11.2021 - 02.2022
Registered Nurse
Maxim Health Care
05.2021 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse
Supplemental HealthWestborough Behavioral Hospital
08.2020 - 10.2020
Psychiatric Registered Nurse
Inficare Services LLC, Tewksbury Hospital
01.2020 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse
Fairview Rehab
10.2018 - 04.2020
Registered Nurse
Comfort Home Care LLC
06.2007 - 05.2020
Registered Nurse
Tewksbury Hospital
01.1988 - 06.2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rivier University
Associate of Science - Nursing Education
Northern Essex Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Tewksbury Hospital School of Practical Nursing
CPR & AED certified through American Heart Association Registered Nurse in the State of MA & NH Certifications
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