Registered Nurse, Clinical Nurse Educator, Clinical Nurses Sales

BRIGID CURRAN, RN, BSN

**** ******* ***** • El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 • 916-***-**** • adc20a@r.postjobfree.com EXPERIENCED CLINICAL NURSING PROFESSIONAL

Accomplished, compassionate, and experienced Registered Nurse II with hands-on Emergency Services experience including patient care, case management, psychiatric, substance abuse, Med-Surg, and pediatric nursing skills. Seeking greater nursing challenges to leverage patient relations and communications skills toward supporting the goals of a progressive healthcare organization dedicated to the highest level of patient care.

— Skilled in providing hands-on quality care to patients with various critical care diagnoses and behavioral health conditions, safety methodologies, and usage of medications. Train and mentor junior nursing personnel on procedures and proper patient management. Adept in rehabilitative and preventative care as well as patient safety and protection.

— Thrive in fast-paced, high pressure environments, and successfully interact with a multi-disciplinary team of physicians, nurses, and technicians to provide care and comfort to patients. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Mercy Folsom Hospital, Dignity Health Folsom, CA 2013 – Present Participating hospital under the Dignity Health umbrella, 5th largest healthcare system in the U.S., dedicated to promoting the wellbeing of staff and patients Registered Nurse II – Emergency Department: 2016 – Present Offer flexible nursing care while transitioning into Emergency Care and Urgent Care, as needed, to accommodate the unit’s staffing needs.

• Perform as a clinical support contact for new staff members and student nurses by creating a collaborative learning environment utilizing a variety of patient care methodologies.

• Serve on the Systems Improvement Committee which is an initiative focused on improving the ER to inpatient transfer process for hospital patients with the goal of offering streamlined assistance for patient and unit. Recommendations are presented to hospital administration and once approved, are implemented into policies and procedures.

Woodland Healthcare, Dignity Health Woodland, CA 2013 – 2016 Member of a multi-state hospital group with the largest hospital provider in California

Registered Nurse II – Emergency: 2013 – 2016

Delivered excellent patient nursing modalities during medical emergencies including stroke, cardiac arrest, Code 3 events, intubation, conscious sedation, orthopedic, head injuries, ingestions, and acute psychiatric episodes.

• Quickly assessed and stabilized numerous trauma situations and illnesses and maintained safe and effective patient care with varying acuity levels in time sensitive and chaotic environments.

• Utilized open communication and collaboration skills with a multitude of physicians, mid-levels, Social Services, and law enforcement to ensure optimal patient care.

• Fostered strong trust and rapport with patients and family members, answering all concerns and questions pertaining to patient care and diagnosis.

• Administered medications utilizing proper scanning of patient and drugs; performed EKGs, IV starts, blood draws, splinting, specimen collections, catheter insertions, blood infusions, variety of wound dressings, and accurately interpreted lab results.

• Selected as a Dignity Way Liaison and attended a 2-day conference to learn about new processes and procedures to share with HR and ER staff, later incorporating these best practices to improve patient scores.

• Mentored by the Director of Critical Care and Critical Care ER Nurse, leading to exceptional levels of quality patient care and the receipt of positive reviews and patient satisfaction letters.

• Offered clinical expertise to case managers regarding home or facility transitions and updated physicians on case management needs.

Registered Nurse – Psychiatric Services: 2013

Provided quality nursing support and care to patients with a variety of behavioral health disorders and conditions including acute psychosis, schizophrenia, depression, schizoaffective disorders, anxiety disorders, borderline personality disorder, and substance abuse illness among others.

CORE SKILLS

Staff Leadership

Certified in ACLS/PALS/BLS

Direct Nursing Care

Clinical Peripheral

IV Therapy/Infusion

Stroke Care/TPA Administration

Case Management / Plan of Care

Conscious Sedation

Ambulatory Infusion

Urinary Catheterization

Patient Education

Pediatric & Geriatric Care

Psychiatric Patient Placement

Cerner and Omnicell Proficiencies

Discharge Planning

Customer Service Driven

Focused on Patient Satisfaction

PICC/Central Line Care

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• Skilled RN providing Psychiatric Services nursing for one of only 40 medical psychiatric inpatient units in the country; proficient in CPI, safety, and medication administration of anti-psychotic drug and side effects.

• Understanding and participation in legal hearings of patient’s on extended involuntary holds including 5250 and conservatorships.

J&J McNeil Consumer Healthcare/Inventiv Health Sacramento, CA 2012 Major healthcare organization focused on offering integrated biopharmaceutical solutions RN Clinical Sales Specialist Clinical Educator – Per Diem Dedicated role educating Pediatricians and patient families regarding Tylenol concentration changes, in addition to promoting the use of both Children’s Motrin and Children’s Tylenol.

• Distributed educational materials and medication samples, attended weekly sales meetings, and traveled as needed. Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital, Heritage Oaks Hospital Sacramento, CA 2010 – 2013 Acute psychiatric hospital committed to providing mental health treatment to the greater Sacramento area Provided compassionate and practical care for patients with a variety of medical, psychiatric and behavioral issues. Addressed and resolved aggressive and harmful behaviors through solid knowledge of hands-on workplace violence techniques and four-point restraint application; monitored anti-psychotic medications, administration, and potential side effects.

• Maintained charge nurse duties; oversaw staff performance, resolved issues, and provided staffing and scheduling assistance; collaborated with psychiatrists, hospital administrators, social services, community contacts that provided effective patient care.

• Leveraged nursing and leadership skills in maintaining a calm and orderly environment focused on treatment and recovery. Educated patients and family members on the importance of follow up and discharge care planning.

• Worked directly with healthcare providers to ensure patient received proper treatment and was educated on community resources for patient health and safety.

• Conducted daily and weekly meetings on patient status and handoffs, which involved family and Social Services. BAART Programs Salt Lake City (formerly Metamorphosis) Salt Lake City, UT 2002 – 2005 Community-focused facility dedicated to offering evidence-based medication-assisted treatment for opioid disorder Psych RN

Managed and maintained accountability for highly regulated narcotic medication through accurate dosing and inventory management.

• Provided a safe and comfortable environment as a way to create stability within this highly unstable patient population.

• Managed the timely collection of labs.

Early Career:

Children’s Hospital Oakland, Staff Nurse, Oakland, CA

(1998 – 2000)

Community Development & Volunteering:

Girls on the Run, Community Volunteer

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

John Hopkins University Bachelor of Science in Nursing, B.S.N. Baltimore, M.D. University of Georgia Bachelor of Science in Hotel Administration Athens, GA Certifications:

Active ACLS – PALS – BLS Certification

Licensing:

Active RN License – State of CA

“You are an outstanding nurse and wonderful person. We are so lucky to have you. You were recognized in social media for the outstanding job you do by a patient’s family member. We’re so proud!”

- Sherri (Director of Critical Care Services)

“In the midst of a chaotic world, you are an island of kindness and compassion. You are a ray of sunshine to so many of us, thank you for being who you are and being a great nurse. Thanks for being awesome!”

- Gerry (Covered California, MHF Patient Navigator) Charge RN House Supervisor

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