Brandy Dover
DUNN
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with a proven track record in medication administration, patient assessments, and education. Expertise in clinical judgment and direct patient care, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
WakeMed Emergency Room
Garner, NC
06.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitored patients' vital signs, ensuring timely interventions for critical conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, promoting adherence and understanding.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on best practices and procedural protocols.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and patient tracking.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain patient safety in emergency settings.
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- 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.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse
WakeMed Emergency Room
Garner, NC
10.2016 - 11.2021
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, enhancing overall patient care delivery processes.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- 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.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Registered Nurse
Betsy Johnson Hospital
Dunn, NC
06.2015 - 09.2016
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- 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.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, North Carolina, NC05-2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sampson Community College
Clinton, NC05-2015
No Degree -
Midway High School
Dunn, NC06-2006
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Precepting
- Clinical judgment
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient monitoring
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Nursing staff leadership
- Lab result interpretation
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- TNCC- Trama Nursing Core Course
- NIHSS- Stroke certification
- ACLS- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
- ENPC-Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course
- BLS- Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse
WakeMed Emergency Room
06.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
11.2021 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse
WakeMed Emergency Room
10.2016 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse
Betsy Johnson Hospital
06.2015 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Fayetteville State University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Sampson Community College
No Degree -
Midway High School