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Tanya Bryant-Brown

Long Beach,MS

Summary

Diligent Nursing professional with demonstrated success in ICU. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

MICU/SICU/NEURO/ CVICU

Dameron Hospital/ SNAP Nurse/Prolink
11.2021 - 07.2023
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives for the ICU, contributing insights to enhance overall performance and efficiency.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, providing emotional support while addressing medical concerns.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of patients upon admission to the ICU, identifying urgent needs and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Managed accurate documentation of patients'' conditions, treatments, and progress to maintain clear records for effective decision making.
  • Administered medications accurately according to prescribed treatment plans, avoiding medication errors that could impact patient health adversely.
  • Delivered outstanding patient care in MICU, SICU, CVICU & NEURO critical care units. For 2-3 patients

MICU/SICU/TICU RN

SNAP NURSE/ Alaska Native Medical Center
10.2021 - 11.2021
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications. For 2-3 patients

MICU,SICU,CVICU

Willamette Valley Medical Center
06.2021 - 09.2021
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
  • Coordinated care with physical and occupational therapists, promoting patient mobility and independence during their SICU stay.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, evidence-based SICU nursing care.

MICU,SICU,CVICU

Keiser/ SNAP NURSING
01.2021 - 06.2021
  • Provided high quality care to approximately 2-3 patients per day on 10-bed unit
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
  • Ordered, interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition.
  • Followed all policies, procedures and hospital regulations for protocol compliance and patient safety.
  • Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections, vascular line insertions and bronchoscopies.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical ability, appearance and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Managed elements of patient care, from admission to discharge or transfer to other units, using nursing expertise to conduct assessments, administer medications, initiate nursing and emergency interventions, contribute to care plan development and educate patients.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
  • Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals.

MICU/COVID Staff Nurse Rice Lake Marshfield

Triage Staffing Inc.
10.2020 - 01.2021
  • Coordinated with physicians to perform bedside procedures such as intravenous injections,cardioversion, vascular line insertions, intubations, acls, protocol and various invasive procedures.
  • Ordered, interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients.
  • Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
  • Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
  • Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
  • Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
  • Followed all HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
  • Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
  • Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families’ cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
  • Coordinated patients' post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and other nurses to promote continuity of medical care.
  • Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
  • Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult and geriatric ICU patients.
  • Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
  • Provided targeted care and treatment to patients.
  • Delivered outstanding patient care in MICU/COVID critical care units.
  • Guided patients, caregivers and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
  • Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
  • Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes.
  • Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
  • Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.
  • Changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs of up to patients concurrently with focus on quality care.
  • Assisted in diagnosis and treatment of conditions such as unstable angina, cardiomyopathy, coronary artery disease, and cardiac dysrhythmia.
  • Conducted initial assessments, documented findings in patient records and notified physicians of abnormal findings.

PRN Medsurg

Memorial Health Medical Center
03.2019 - 07.2020
  • Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
  • Assisted in emergency nursing procedures to promptly control changes in physical condition.
  • Performed intravenous therapy procedures, including setting up and monitoring chest tubes.
  • Assisted physicians with procedures such as thoracentesis, intubation and.
  • Utilized EPIC,Meditech and Cerner to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
  • Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
  • Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
  • Followed all HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
  • Assessed IV pumps, PCA Pumps and Cardiac Monitors equipment for safety and functionality and requested repair or replacement of non-conforming machines.
  • Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
  • Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
  • Collaborated with on call physicians and hospitalists health care team to revise and develop treatment plans for numerous patients simultaneously.
  • Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
  • Implemented hands-on and therapeutic interventions to achieve prompt recovery and discharge.
  • Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
  • Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
  • Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
  • Coordinated patients' post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and other nurses to promote continuity of medical care.
  • Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
  • Participated in General ICU and COVID departmental quality improvement initiatives to achieve higher standard of patient care.
  • Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families’ cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
  • Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult and geriatric
  • Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.

MICU/COVID Jacobi Bronx NY/ Registered Nurse

Krucial Staffing
03.2020 - 06.2020
  • Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
  • Assisted in emergency nursing procedures to promptly control changes in physical condition.
  • Performed intravenous therapy procedures, including setting up and monitoring chest tubes.
  • Assisted physicians with procedures such as thoracentesis, intubation and.
  • Utilized EPIC,Meditech and Cerner to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
  • Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
  • Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
  • Followed all HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
  • Assessed IV pumps, PCA Pumps and Cardiac Monitors equipment for safety and functionality and requested repair or replacement of non-conforming machines.
  • Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
  • Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
  • Collaborated with on call physicians and hospitalists health care team to revise and develop treatment plans for numerous patients simultaneously.
  • Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
  • Implemented hands-on and therapeutic interventions to achieve prompt recovery and discharge.
  • Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
  • Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
  • Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
  • Coordinated patients' post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and other nurses to promote continuity of medical care.
  • Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
  • Participated in General ICU and COVID departmental quality improvement initiatives to achieve higher standard of patient care.
  • Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families’ cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
  • Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult and geriatric ICU patients.
  • Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.

Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse LTAC

Consulate Health
03.2017 - 03.2019
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
  • Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
  • Managed quality care for patients with varied conditions, including heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Addressed disruptions in patient care, including delays in discharge, postponed procedures and discharge equipment unavailability.
  • Maximized team performance by monitoring nursing care, including patient assessment processes and treatment implementations.
  • Identified unit areas of inadequacy and adjusted procedures to close gaps and improve policies.
  • Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis and treatment.
  • Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Followed all HCA ethical values and principles and adhered to HIPAA medical record regulations to promote patients' privacy.
  • Managed various medications and treatments, which included peritoneal dialysis, IV push, oral, subcutaneous, IV infusion and intramuscular injections and treatment.
  • Updated patient charts using with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician, maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift.
  • Worked with patients diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, congestive heart failure (CHF), cerebrovascular accidents (CVA), diabetes or sepsis to asses needs and determine best options for care.
  • Directed patient care activities and provided guidance and training to RNs, LPNs and residential advisors during shift while delegating assignments and providing treatment.

Education

Associate of Science - Registered Nursing

Jersey College
Jacksonville, Fla
09.2019

MPA - Business/Public Administration

South University
Savannah, GA
07.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Healthcare Administration

The University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
10.2015

Skills

  • Patient and Family education
  • Medication and IV Drug administration (Sedation, Paralytics, Cardiac Drips, Pressors, Insulin, TPA, Blood products etc)
  • Care for 2-3 Critical Care Patients per 12 hr shift
  • Care of Medical, Surgical, Trauma, Neuro and Cardiac ICU patients
  • Critical Care Assessment, Intervention and Planning
  • Labs, ECG/Arrythmia interpretation
  • Acute and Chronic disease management (ET Vent, Trach, BIPAP, HIghflow, Oxymizer etc)
  • Emergency Intervention (ACL, BLS,PALS and
  • Wound Care, Central Line Care, Monitoring and Setup
  • Bedside Procedure setup
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Compassion
  • Conflict resolution
  • Hemodynamic Monitoring
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Fluid Intake and Output Monitoring
  • Specimen Collection
  • Task and Work Prioritization
  • Pulmonary Assessments
  • Medical Histories and Assessments
  • Pain Management
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Analytical Skills
  • Cardiac monitors
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Issue Assessment and Monitoring
  • Nutrition and Nourishment Issues
  • Time management abilities
  • Professionalism
  • Active Listening
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Written Communication
  • Goal Setting
  • Reliability
  • Effective Communication
  • Medication Administration
  • Urinary Catheterization
  • End of life care

Certification

  • Licensed Registered Nurse - November 2019-Current
  • Licensed Practical Nurse - Mar 2017-2019
  • ACLS
  • BLS
  • PALS
  • NIH

Timeline

MICU/SICU/NEURO/ CVICU

Dameron Hospital/ SNAP Nurse/Prolink
11.2021 - 07.2023

MICU/SICU/TICU RN

SNAP NURSE/ Alaska Native Medical Center
10.2021 - 11.2021

MICU,SICU,CVICU

Willamette Valley Medical Center
06.2021 - 09.2021

MICU,SICU,CVICU

Keiser/ SNAP NURSING
01.2021 - 06.2021

MICU/COVID Staff Nurse Rice Lake Marshfield

Triage Staffing Inc.
10.2020 - 01.2021

MICU/COVID Jacobi Bronx NY/ Registered Nurse

Krucial Staffing
03.2020 - 06.2020

PRN Medsurg

Memorial Health Medical Center
03.2019 - 07.2020

Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse LTAC

Consulate Health
03.2017 - 03.2019

Associate of Science - Registered Nursing

Jersey College

MPA - Business/Public Administration

South University

Bachelor of Arts - Healthcare Administration

The University of Arizona

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