Karen Brandt
Tyrone
Summary
Dynamic RN Infusion Nurse with a proven track record at USDH, excelling in medication administration and patient education. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and compassion, enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction. Skilled in infection control and team coordination, fostering a collaborative environment that supports high-quality care and continuous improvement.
Professional healthcare provider prepared for this role. Adept at patient care, medical procedures, and clinical documentation. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in critical thinking and time management.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
RN Infusion Nurse
USDH
01.2006 - Current
- Assisted in patient assessments and monitored vital signs to ensure safety.
- Supported nursing staff with administrative tasks, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Learned and utilized electronic health record systems for accurate patient documentation.
- Participated in infection control protocols to maintain patient care standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to deliver comprehensive patient care.
- Provided education to patients on medication management and health maintenance.
- Engaged in continuous learning opportunities to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided emotional support to patients during challenging times, fostering a sense of trust and rapport that contributed to better overall wellbeing.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Managed patient caseloads effectively, ensuring timely interventions and thorough follow-ups to mitigate potential complications.
- Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- 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.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Education
Nursing
PSU
Altoona, PA05-1997
Skills
- Basic life support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Discharge planning
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Team coordination
- Patient education and counseling
- Quality improvement
- Research utilization
- Community health
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient monitoring
- Staff supervision
- Nursing staff leadership
- Infection control measures
- Licensed RN
- Complex Problem-solving
- HIPAA education
- High level of autonomy
You Make a Difference Award from Community Liver Alliance
Worked with Dr Ralph McKibbin to develop hepatitis c clinic at BGA
lobbied in Washington, DC and Harrisburg , PA for treatment insurance coverage for hepatitis patients.
Conducted health fairs to educate people on hepatitis c
Had articles published and also did interviews on local TV station for hepatitis C awareness
Timeline
RN Infusion Nurse
USDH
01.2006 - Current
Nursing
PSU
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