Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Daisy Award Nominee
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BRIANA HAYES

BRIANA HAYES

Newport News

Summary

Passionate and self-driven newly licensed Registered Nurse with a strong desire to utilize clinical experience and skills in managing patient treatment plans. Adaptive and hands-on learner leveraging strong multi-tasking skills and a passion for continued personal and professional growth.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Riverside Regional Medical Center
02.2025 - Current
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
  • Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
  • Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
  • Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
  • Managed epidural analgesia infusions and monitored vital signs during labor and delivery.
  • Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
  • Aided with induction of labor for women suffering from complications such as preeclampsia.
  • Coordinated care of low and high-risk laboring women of childbearing age and immediate stabilization of newborn following delivery.
  • Worked closely with doctors and midwives in coaching pregnant women through childbirth and post-natal recovery.
  • Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
  • Conducted comprehensive physical assessments and assisted with pain management.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve labor and delivery processes and patient outcomes.
  • Improved overall patient outcomes by continuously updating clinical knowledge through professional development opportunities.
  • Anticipated potential complications early in the labor process through vigilant assessment of both mother and fetus vital signs data.
  • Educated expectant mothers on available pain management options during the birthing process while respecting individual preferences.
  • Provided emotional support to patients experiencing difficult births or pregnancy complications.
  • Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases, leading to more effective treatment plans.
  • Administered medications accurately and safely under physician guidance during labor induction or augmentation processes.
  • Prevented infections by diligently adhering to proper hand hygiene standards as well as utilizing personal protective equipment when required.
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in labor and delivery procedures.
  • Advocated for patient autonomy by involving them in decision-making processes regarding their birth plan.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.

Patient Care Technician

Sentara Healthcare, Sentara CarePlex Hospital
12.2021 - Current
  • Assisted in patient care activities such as taking vital signs and monitoring patient status.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to provide high-quality care to patients.
  • Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of care provided.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and feeding.
  • Performed direct bedside EKGs, phlebotomy, and ADLs.
  • Sitter care for psychiatric patients.
  • Provided flexibility in assignment placement for various care settings such as: Emergency Department (SCH/SPW), Psychiatric Unit, Intensive Care Unit, Oncology, Medical Surgical Unit, Outpatient Transfusion Center, Surgery Unit, etc.

Administrative Assistant Associate

Tysinger Mercedes-Benz Automotive Family
06.2014 - 12.2016
  • Managed and maintained executive calendars, appointments, and travel arrangements for senior leadership team.
  • Coordinated and facilitated successful client meetings, conferences, and company events.
  • Managed financial records for a daily profits and payroll.
  • Assisted in budget preparation and financial analysis.
  • Scheduled appointments for customers and potential buyers.

Education

Baccalaureate of Science - Nursing

Old Dominion University
Norfolk, Virginia
07.2025

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Thomas Nelson Community College
Hampton, Virginia
05.2022

Skills

  • Skilled in optimizing workflow efficacy, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines without compromising quality
  • Committed to fostering open dialogue, promoting understanding, and achieving goals through effective communication
  • Demonstrates ability to work effectively between teams and maintaining positive dynamics
  • Proficient in using EPIC Systems
  • Electronic fetal heart rate interpretation
  • Obstetric emergency response
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Health promotion
  • Neonatal resuscitation (NRP)
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
  • Blood draw and sample collection

Certification

  • Virginia RN License
  • Basic Life Support
  • Handle with Care Training Certified
  • Courses: Strategies for preventing CAUTIs, Preventing workplace violence, Stroke 2024: Need to know, Bariatric sensitivity and post-op complications training, Lift equipment, etc.

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery

Riverside Regional Medical Center
02.2025 - Current

Patient Care Technician

Sentara Healthcare, Sentara CarePlex Hospital
12.2021 - Current

Administrative Assistant Associate

Tysinger Mercedes-Benz Automotive Family
06.2014 - 12.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Thomas Nelson Community College

Baccalaureate of Science - Nursing

Old Dominion University

Daisy Award Nominee

July, 2025

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