Brittany Branson
Saint Louis
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong foundation in delivering compassionate home health services. Known for reliability and flexibility in adapting to changing patient needs. Proficient in care coordination and patient advocacy, fostering team collaboration and achieving positive patient outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
Apollo Medical
02.2025 - Current
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to patients in their homes, including assessment, medication administration, wound care, and patient education
- Home Care Home Base charting
- OASIS Documentation
- Managed a caseload of patients, ensuring timely visits and adherence to treatment plans
- Monitored vital signs, assessed patient conditions, and reported any changes or concerns to the appropriate healthcare professionals
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored for adverse reactions or side effects
- Performed skilled nursing procedures such as IV therapy, catheter insertion/removal, and tracheostomy care
- Educated patients and their families on disease management strategies, medication regimens, self-care techniques, and community resources
- Assessed home environments for safety hazards and provided recommendations for modifications or equipment needs
- Documented accurate and detailed patient records including assessments, interventions performed, outcomes achieved, and ongoing observations
- Coordinated with other healthcare providers such as physical therapists or social workers to ensure holistic patient care
- Responded promptly to emergency situations in the home setting while maintaining composure under pressure
- Implemented infection control measures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases within the home environment
- Advocated for patients' rights by ensuring informed consent processes were followed during medical treatments
- Educated caregivers on proper techniques for assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing or transferring
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient records and adhered to HIPAA regulations
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
Elite Home Health Care
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Provided skilled nursing care to patients in their homes, assessing and monitoring their health status
- Efficient in OASIS and Home Care Home Base charting
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Educated patients and their families on disease management, medication administration, and self-care techniques
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs
- Advocated for the needs of patients within the healthcare system while respecting their autonomy and preferences
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction levels
- Implemented evidence-based practices into daily nursing interventions to optimize patient outcomes
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases and develop comprehensive care plans
- Assessed the need for durable medical equipment (DME) and facilitated its provision to enhance patient comfort and mobility
- Implemented strategies to promote patient safety at home, including fall prevention measures and medication reconciliation
- Advocated for appropriate resources and services based on individual patient needs
- Collaborated with social workers to address psychosocial issues impacting patients' well-being
- Responded promptly to emergency situations or changes in a patient's condition while maintaining composure under pressure
- Utilized strong assessment skills to identify potential risks or complications early on in order to prevent adverse outcomes
Operating Room RN Circulator
Mercy Hospital South
01.2023 - 01.2023
- Circulator in the orthopedics department operating room, duties involved transporting patient from pre-op to surgery to post-op. Monitoring patient during surgery and retrieving items for scrubbed in personnel. As a circulator I was the patients strongest advocate while there are unable to advocate for themselves.
Graduate Nurse
Saint Louis University Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2022
- Provided patient care on the abdominal transplant unit. Observe and assess patients, collaborate with a variety of specialties on my assigned patient’s status. Administer medications, chart in epic, build and modify patient care plans.
Support Clinical
Mercy South Hospital
12.2020 - 02.2021
- This temporary position provided bed side clinical assistance to patients suffering from Covid-19 to help relieve full-time staff to provide better, more compassionate patient care.
Bartender & WCT
Buffalo Wild Wings
01.2012 - Current
- Provide food and beverage service to multiple guests at one time, including making sure cleanliness and organization is a priority. Certified trainer that assists management in training new employees as well as practicing and instructing team building skills.
Education
Associate in Applied Science (AAS) - Nursing
Saint Louis Community College
Meramec, St. Louis, MO01.2021
Associate in Arts (AA) - General Transfer Studies
Saint Louis Community College
Meramec, St. Louis, MO01.2015
Skills
- Home safety evaluation
- Care coordination
- Catheter care
- Clinical assessment
- Electronic medical records (HomeCareHomeBase)
- Diabetes management
- Care plan adherence
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Chronic disease management
Certification
AHS BLS Certification- 2019-Present
SERVICES
- Missouri Health Gratitude Event- St. Clare Hospital, Fenton, MO (Dec. 2020)
- Distributed items to nursing units for their dedication to patient care during the pandemic.
- Flu Vaccine Clinic- DePaul Hospital, Bridgeton, MO (Oct. 2020)
- Provided inoculations at a large-scale outdoor flu vaccine clinic.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
Apollo Medical
02.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Home Health Care
Elite Home Health Care
06.2023 - 01.2025
Operating Room RN Circulator
Mercy Hospital South
01.2023 - 01.2023
Graduate Nurse
Saint Louis University Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2022
Support Clinical
Mercy South Hospital
12.2020 - 02.2021
Bartender & WCT
Buffalo Wild Wings
01.2012 - Current
Associate in Arts (AA) - General Transfer Studies
Saint Louis Community College
Associate in Applied Science (AAS) - Nursing
Saint Louis Community College
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