Lynn Brooks
Honea Path
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Prisma Health Upstate, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Demonstrated strong clinical judgment and leadership in mentoring new staff, enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based care and interdisciplinary collaboration. Committed to promoting safety and advocating for patients and families.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Prisma Health Upstate
11.2009 - Current
- 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.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Applied Science in Nursing
Greenville Technical College
10.2009
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient monitoring
- Physical assessments
- Patient care planning
- Patient evaluation
- Telemetry monitoring
- Family education
- Licensed RN
- Nursing staff leadership
- Precepting
- Vaccine administration
Accomplishments
Daisy award nomination, neonatal nurse of the year, chairof the first unit council for Neonatal Intermediate Unit. Past member of campus council. Interim Assistant Nurse Manager currently.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Prisma Health Upstate
11.2009 - Current
Associate Degree In Nursing - Applied Science in Nursing
Greenville Technical College
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