Victoria A. Brooks
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia, CHOP
10.2022 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Educated family members and caregivers on newborn care and development needs
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Lifeguard
North Wildwood Beach Patrol
05.2014 - 09.2020
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Mentored new lifeguards through comprehensive training programs, enhancing their skills and competency levels.
Manager and Waitress
Cocco's Pizza
01.2013 - 10.2022
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA03.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA05.2019
Skills
- Parental bonding and breastfeeding support
- Premature infant, newborn, and developmental care
- Umbilical Line Care, central Line, intravenous therapy maintenance
- Tracheostomy Care
- Ventilator Management
- G-tube and wound care
- Patient Adovcacy
Certification
- Registered Nurse
- BLS- Basic Life Support
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Children's Hospital Of Philadelphia, CHOP
10.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital
05.2020 - 09.2020
Lifeguard
North Wildwood Beach Patrol
05.2014 - 09.2020
Manager and Waitress
Cocco's Pizza
01.2013 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Drexel University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Temple University
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