Venesiah Brooks

• Provide Covid19 Vaccine to patients and staff in our

Covid19 - vaccine clinic.
• Provide/maintain CDC Covid19 guidance in acute care

and community living care facility.
• Providing relevant facts and figures regarding MRSA,

C.DIFF, CRE surveillance to Infection Control Committee,

PCTCs, Nurse Managers, and staff.
• Daily revision, and updates of patient’s electronic charts and as well as telephone communication as per MRSA, C. Diff, CRE status.
• Monitors, collects, analyze and enters appropriate MRSA, C. Diff, CRE data into the VA National IPEC database.
• Provide/ Implement important and necessary updates to the organization as the MRSA, C. Diff, and CRE Initiative moves forward.
• Participating and conducting weekly Infection Control and Environmental rounds.
• Reviewing and following up of microbiology reports
• Provide ongoing MRSA/ Hand Hygiene / C-Diff/ CRE in service to all disciplines.
• Conducting hand hygiene observations and providing reinforcement of proper technique to staff.
• Providing patient and family education about the VA MRSA, C. Diff, CRE Initiative.
• Provides support/ teaching to patients, family and staff.
• Place MRSA, C. Diff, CRE lab orders sets into patient’s electronic chart.

• Provide coverage for other Infection Control staff at our Manhattan,and CLC Queens campus.
• Assist and participate in facility construction rounds, and projects as needed.
• Enhanced community awareness by organizing and conducting prevention education sessions.
• Improved outreach efforts by forging partnerships with local organizations.
• Coordinated training sessions for multidisciplinary staff.
• Ensured program effectiveness with regular performance evaluations and adjustments as needed.
• Streamlined communication between stakeholders through timely and accurate reporting on program progress.
• Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to continuously assess and improve program outcomes.
• Enhanced cultural competency among staff members by providing relevant training opportunities.
• Maintained compliance with all applicable regulations governing prevention activities while ensuring adherence to best practice guidelines.

• Enhanced patient care quality by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
• Supervisor of a 305 beds long term care facility during off tour hours.
• Streamlined workflow for nursing staff by conducting regular unit assessments and process improvements.
• Promoted interdisciplinary collaboration by fostering strong relationships with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Managed staffing needs efficiently by creating flexible schedules that maximized coverage during peak times without exceeding budget constraints.
• Mentored new nursing staff members to promote adherence to established best practices and foster professional growth.
• Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through clear communication of pertinent patient information during handoffs.
• Optimized resource utilization with careful allocation of equipment, supplies, and personnel based on patient acuity levels.
• Contributed to positive team dynamics as an approachable supervisor who actively listened to concerns from both patients and nurses.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Provided direct nursing care to patients when personnel was short-staffed.
• Confidently directed overall operation of nursing services and patient care.
• Delegated tasks and provided leadership for nurses and support personnel.
• Supervised staff registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and certified nursing assistants.
• Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
• Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees via , phone and in person.
• Coordinated nursing care for patients and participated in patient and family education.
• Investigated and reported all incidents per facility policies.
• Maximized staff and patient protections by enforcing optimal disease prevention protocols.
• Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
• Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.

• Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
• Assisting with collection and disposition of patient biopsies for pathology.
• Assess, administer, monitor and documentation of patients receiving conscious sedation; pre-procedure. during procedure and post/recovery of procedure.
• Cleaning, setting up, and maintaining equipment's for GI procedures.
• Assessing, placement and removal of med locks, drawing blood, and f/u with results.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical transitions and serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
• Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
• Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
• Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
• Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
• Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
• Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
• Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• Collected blood, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
• Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

• Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
• Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
• Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
• Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
• Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
• Assessed, and monitored patients on SLED ( Dialysis Slow Infusion).
• Provide care, monitor, and removal of peripheral IVs, swan catheters, arterial lines, cortis, and other central lines.
• Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Managed patients recovering from surgical procedures.
• Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Managed care from admission to discharge.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
• Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.

• Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
• Charge nurse and preceptor roles.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
• Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing medication errors and enhancing patient safety.
• Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
• Contributed to successful Joint Commission accreditation through strict adherence to policies and procedures.
• Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
• Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
• Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
• Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
• Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
• Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
• Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
• Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
• Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
• Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
• Ordered and analyzed diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient conditions.
• Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
• Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
• Implemented hands-on and therapeutic interventions to achieve prompt recovery and discharge.
• Assisted in weaning/extubation of patients.
• Assisted in emergency nursing procedures to promptly control changes in physical condition.
• Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
• Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.

• Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
• Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing medication errors and enhancing patient safety.
• Contributed to successful Joint Commission accreditation through strict adherence to policies and procedures.
• Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
• Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
• Facilitated timely discharges by proactively addressing potential barriers to transition such as insurance coverage or transportation issues.
• Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
• Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
• Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
• Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
• Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
• Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
• Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
• Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
• Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
• Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
• Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
• Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
• Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
• Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.

• Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
• Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
• Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
• Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
• Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
• Developed individualized care plans tailored to diverse patient populations with varied medical conditions.
• Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
• Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
• Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, S.Q, aerosol, parenteral, intramuscular injections and monitored responses While working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans as needed.
• Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
• Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
• Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
• Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
• Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
• Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
• Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
• Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Assisted patients in performance of routine recovery and mobility exercises, providing support when getting in and out of bed as well as walking and stretching.