Abigail Bruder
Charlottesville
Summary
Empathetic Acute Care Nurse Practitioner focused on providing quality care and maintaining direct lines of communication with patients and healthcare team. Calm, understanding professional with experience in diagnosing, evaluating and treating acute and chronic medical conditions through physical examinations and testing. Exceptional critical thinking and decision-making skills. In-depth knowledge of Epic and Cerner.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
UVA Health
10.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine acute care needs and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care and optimal patient outcomes.
- Managed complex medical conditions through evidence-based practice and clinical guidelines.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies and preventive care measures.
Acute Care Surgery Nurse Practitioner
Tucson Medical Center
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided comprehensive pre-surgical assessments for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing effective post-operative care plans.
- Reduced surgical complications by closely monitoring patients and promptly addressing any concerns.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and empathetic care during their hospital stay.
- Assisted physicians in conducting diagnostic tests and procedures, contributing to accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Banner University Medical Center
05.2018 - 10.2023
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse
Amn Healthcare Services Inc.
08.2017 - 04.2018
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Registered Nurse
University Hospitals Of Cleveland
08.2014 - 07.2017
- Provided high level of individualized care to adult patients across multiple medical specialties.
- Provided key information to patients and caregivers regarding anesthesia side effects and potential complications or issues that could arise from surgery.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kent State University
Kent, OH05.2014
High School Diploma - undefined
Aurora High School
Aurora, OH06.2010
Skills
- Patient Examination
- Diagnosis and treatment
- End-of-life care
- Critical care nursing
- Acute care expertise
- Clinical judgment
- Clinical decision making
- Patient education
Certification
- BLS certified
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Timeline
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
UVA Health
10.2024 - Current
Acute Care Surgery Nurse Practitioner
Tucson Medical Center
10.2023 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse
Banner University Medical Center
05.2018 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse
Amn Healthcare Services Inc.
08.2017 - 04.2018
Registered Nurse
University Hospitals Of Cleveland
08.2014 - 07.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kent State University
High School Diploma - undefined
Aurora High School
Master of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University