Stacy Brown
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience at Wolfson Children’s Hospital, excelling in patient assessment and care plan development. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and critical care skills. Experienced in managing complex cases and advocating for patients, ensuring optimal outcomes and adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse- NICU
Wolfson Children’s Hospital
Jacksonville, FL
05.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems. (EPIC)
- Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Registered Nurse- NICU
Chandler Regional Medical Center
Chandler, AZ
04.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse- NICU
Children’s Hospitals & Clinics of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
12.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse- NICU
USA Children's & Women's Hospital
Mobile, AL
08.2022 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse- NICU
Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown Campus
Columbus, GA
09.2021 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse- NICU
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
Albany, GA
12.1998 - 09.2021
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Darton College
Albany05.1997
Certification
BLS
NRP
Skills
- Neonatal assessment/ Care Planning
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Adaptable/ Flexible
- Teamwork
- Critical Thinking/ Critical Judgment
- Oxygen Therapy (NC, CPAP, Vent, Oscillator, Jet)
- IV/ Central Line Therapy ( PIV, PICC, UVC, UAC)
- Tracheostomy Care
- G-Tube Care
- Ostomy Care
- Phototherapy
- Documentation and reporting
- Family education
- Bereavement Care
Patient monitoring
Patient management
Care plan development
Physical assessments
Critical care
Complex Problem-solving
IV setup (PIV, PICC, UVC, UAC)
Intravenous therapy
Patient and family advocacy
Clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Tracheostomy care
Chronic disease management
Treatment Planning
Administering immunizations
G-Tube
Ostomy Care
Bereavement Management
Timeline
Registered Nurse- NICU
Wolfson Children’s Hospital
05.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse- NICU
Chandler Regional Medical Center
04.2023 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse- NICU
Children’s Hospitals & Clinics of Minnesota
12.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse- NICU
USA Children's & Women's Hospital
08.2022 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse- NICU
Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown Campus
09.2021 - 06.2022
Registered Nurse- NICU
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
12.1998 - 09.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Darton College