Sierra Brister
Mechanicsville
Summary
Dedicated Travel Registered Nurse with expertise in patient education and compassionate care. Known for effectively communicating patient needs and mentoring new nurses to enhance healthcare delivery. Recognized for productivity and efficiency in completing tasks. Possess specialized skills in emergency care, acute patient management, and cross-functional team collaboration. Excel in communication, adaptability, and critical thinking, ensuring high-quality patient care across diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospice Care Consultant
Affinity Hospice
Midlothian
01.2026 - Current
- Conducted patient assessments to determine care needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans.
- Educated families on hospice services and support resources available.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and medical professionals.
- Provided guidance to staff on best practices in hospice care delivery.
- Supported community outreach initiatives to raise awareness of hospice services.
- Maintained professional relationships with healthcare providers.
- Developed relationships with local businesses that could provide additional resources for hospice patients.
- Attended meetings with physicians, social workers, nurses, therapists and other healthcare personnel to discuss patient needs.
- Provided emotional support to families of terminally ill patients during their end-of-life journey.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams on discharge planning initiatives including transitioning from hospital to home or long term facility setting.
- Resolved customer service issues and devised continual improvements to enhance quality of patient care.
Travel Registered Nurse
HCA
Richmond
04.2025 - Current
- Cardiac Pulmonology Intermediate Care Unit at Level I Trauma Center.
- I became a leading preceptor to new graduate nurses on the unit.
- Collaborated with management to identify training needs and gaps.
- Trained newly hired top talent to fill key positions and maximize productivity.
- Communicated patient needs to healthcare team for coordinated care.
- Educated patients on health management and wellness strategies.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
Float Pool Nurse
HCA
Denver
10.2023 - 04.2025
- ED triage, ICU overflow, Stepdown Units at Level I Trauma Centers.
- Provided direct patient care in various departments across multiple facilities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments and interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and recovery processes.
- Assisted in emergency situations by applying critical thinking and clinical skills.
Travel Registered Nurse
Bon Secours
Petersburg
08.2024 - 03.2025
- General Med-Surg/Hospice Unit at Level III Trauma Center.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare team members involved in providing quality patient care services.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information such as medical history, vital signs, medications administered.
- Performed assessments and evaluations of patients' health condition, while providing comprehensive nursing services.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations governing the practice of nursing within the scope of travel nurse duties.
- Provided compassionate support to patients and families during end-of-life care.
Surgical Services Registered Nurse
SCA
Castle Rock
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Pre-Operative & PACU
- Assisted surgical teams during procedures and maintained sterile environments.
- Educated patients on pre-operative and post-operative care instructions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and safety.
- Responded promptly to patient needs and addressed concerns with compassion.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance surgical services efficiency.
- Provided emotional support to patients before, during and after their surgical procedures.
Travel Registered Nurse
Novant Presbyterian Medical Center
Charlotte
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Intermediate care unit specializing in Neurology at Level II Trauma Center.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician's orders.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
Registered Nurse
Lee Health System
Fort Myers
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Neurology Intermediate Care at Level II Trauma Center
- Provided direct patient care and performed assessments to monitor health status.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL05-2021
Skills
- Electronic charting
- Patient education
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Compassionate care
- Leadership development
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Hospice Care Consultant
Affinity Hospice
01.2026 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
HCA
04.2025 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Bon Secours
08.2024 - 03.2025
Float Pool Nurse
HCA
10.2023 - 04.2025
Surgical Services Registered Nurse
SCA
06.2023 - 06.2024
Travel Registered Nurse
Novant Presbyterian Medical Center
11.2022 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse
Lee Health System
08.2021 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Nova Southeastern University