Brittany Cummings
Maxton
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Scotland Memorial Hospital and Liberty Homecare and Hospice. Proven expertise in critical thinking and effective communication, enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Skilled in sedation management and committed to quality improvement initiatives, advocating for patient dignity and comfort during vulnerable times.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Radiology Registered Nurse
Scotland Memorial Hospital
02.2025 - Current
- Assisted in patient preparation for radiologic procedures, ensuring comfort and understanding of processes.
- Monitored vital signs during imaging procedures, responding promptly to patient needs.
- Collaborated with radiologists to ensure accurate patient information and imaging requirements.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of radiology equipment and workspaces, adhering to safety protocols.
- Educated patients on post-procedure care instructions and potential side effects, ensuring proper understanding for optimal recovery results.
- Prevented complications by administering medications as prescribed and monitoring patients for adverse reactions during radiology procedures.
- Managed inventory of radiology supplies and equipment, reordering as necessary to maintain optimal departmental functionality.
Registered Nurse Case Manager, Hospice
Liberty Homecare and Hospice
06.2023 - 02.2025
- Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient comfort and satisfaction.
- Assessed patient needs and developed personalized care strategies for hospice services.
- Educated patients and families on end-of-life options and available resources to support informed decision-making.
- Monitored patient conditions, documenting changes to ensure accurate care delivery and interventions.
- Facilitated communication among family members, healthcare teams, and community resources to streamline support services.
- Managed caseloads efficiently, ensuring timely assessment and intervention for optimal end-of-life care.
- Advocated for patients'' wishes regarding treatment options, preserving dignity in their final days.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Scotland Memorial Hospital
06.2017 - 06.2023
- Delivered high-quality patient care across various units, adapting quickly to diverse clinical environments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs, ensuring compliance with established protocols and safety standards.
- Assisted in the training of new nursing staff on float pool procedures and best practices in patient care.
- Utilized electronic health records systems to document patient information accurately and efficiently.
- Responded promptly to patient needs, demonstrating strong critical thinking skills in high-pressure situations.
- Served as a resource for other nurses on the Float Pool, offering guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Mentored new nursing staff, sharing best practices for patient care and fostering a supportive team atmosphere.
- Strengthened relationships between nursing teams across various units through regular collaboration on shared float pool initiatives and projects.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough handoff reports to incoming nurses, ensuring continuity of care.
Education
Nursing
The University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Pembroke, NC05-2017
Skills
- HIPAA compliance awareness
- Organizational growth
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Basic life support
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- TNCC
- PALS
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Sedation management
Timeline
Radiology Registered Nurse
Scotland Memorial Hospital
02.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse Case Manager, Hospice
Liberty Homecare and Hospice
06.2023 - 02.2025
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Scotland Memorial Hospital
06.2017 - 06.2023
Nursing
The University of North Carolina At Pembroke
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