Matthew Brown
Bristol
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with proven expertise in emergency response, patient care coordination, and mentorship. Committed to enhancing team collaboration and ensuring patient safety across diverse healthcare settings. Compassionate and detail-oriented Registered Nurse with extensive ICU and float pool experience. Focused on mentoring new staff, maintaining high standards of care, and advocating for patient safety while driving quality improvement initiatives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Float Pool
Ballad Health System
Abingdon
01.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care plans.
- Responded promptly to patient needs, ensuring comfort and safety during care.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
Traveling ICU Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
07.2022 - 12.2023
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Assisted in emergency procedures and resuscitation efforts when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during critical situations.
- Assisted physicians with various invasive procedures within the ICU setting.
- Initiated resuscitation measures when necessary following cardiac arrest or respiratory failure events.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
WellStar Paulding Hospital
Hiram
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Performed bedside procedures such as wound dressing changes, catheterizations, IV starts and changes, tracheostomy care.
- Responded quickly and effectively to code blue situations for cardiopulmonary resuscitation and advanced cardiac life support.
- Prioritized multiple tasks while maintaining excellent standards of care delivery.
- Assisted with end-of-life decisions by providing guidance and education regarding available options.
Registered Nurse
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
Atlanta
01.2019 - 07.2021
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors, and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA05-2012
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta, GA12-2018
Skills
- Emergency response coordination
- Nursing supervision
- NIHSS certification
- ACLS certification
- BLS certification
- Ultrasound-guided IV/IO placement
- Charge nurse leadership
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Float Pool
Ballad Health System
01.2024 - Current
Traveling ICU Registered Nurse
Aya Healthcare
07.2022 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
WellStar Paulding Hospital
07.2021 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
01.2019 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Kennesaw State University
Associate of Applied Science - Registered Nurse
Chattahoochee Technical College