Ginger Brewer
Calvert City
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
A Healing Path
10.2020 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
RN Case Manager
Mercy Health
08.2013 - 10.2020
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic illness or end-of-life decisions, fostering resilience during difficult times.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple comorbidities, requiring close monitoring and coordination of various healthcare services.
- Collaborated closely with physicians to develop individualized treatment plans, supporting optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on available community resources, facilitating access to necessary support services.
- Enhanced patient care by developing comprehensive care plans and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective case management and patient education on self-care techniques.
- Served as a key liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, fostering open communication and trust among all parties involved in the care process.
- Coordinated care conferences with interdisciplinary team members, ensuring all perspectives were considered in the development of comprehensive treatment plans.
- Promoted adherence to treatment plans by conducting regular follow-up visits and providing ongoing support to patients.
- Managed support services and fostered communication among social workers, therapists, hospital staff, and patients.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve overall clinical performance and patient outcomes.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and preferences, working diligently to align care with individual values and goals.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' needs, enabling more accurate diagnoses and targeted interventions.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing timely follow-ups and addressing concerns promptly.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented interventions periodically, adjusting treatment plans as needed to promote optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes.
- Optimized resource utilization by identifying opportunities for cost containment while maintaining quality of care.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating a faster learning curve and increased overall team efficiency.
- Navigated regulatory requirements effectively, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with relevant laws and guidelines.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely updates on care progress.
- Ensured compliance with healthcare regulations and standards, conducting regular reviews of patient care activities.
- Improved interdisciplinary communication, establishing standardized protocols for sharing patient information.
- Facilitated multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care, fostering collaborative approach to healthcare.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates with proactive follow-up care and patient education on self-management techniques.
- Developed strong relationships with patients and their families, providing support and education on health management.
- Advocated for patients with insurance companies, securing coverage for necessary treatments and medications.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers for enhanced patient care, ensuring all treatments aligned with prescribed care plans.
- Monitored patient progress closely, adjusting care plans as necessary to meet evolving health requirements.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Unit Manager
Parkview Nursing and Rehabilitation
08.2004 - 08.2013
- Evaluated employee performance regularly for professional growth opportunities, accountability measures, and feedback-driven improvement strategies.
- Ensured compliance with regulations and standards through regular audits, staff education, and policy updates.
- Resolved conflicts among team members quickly to maintain a positive working environment conducive for continued excellence in patient care.
- Oversaw RNs, LPNs, nursing aides, medical clerks and support staff and performed staffing scheduling duties.
- Mentored new hires during orientation periods for seamless integration into the team while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Addressed clinical issues promptly to reduce risks associated with patient care or operational inefficiencies in the unit.
- Assisted in development and implementation of policies, procedures, and regulations for unit operations.
- Developed strong working relationships with physicians, nurses, therapists, and ancillary staff for cohesive unit functioning.
- Met with nursing staff and support personnel to plan services, programs and activities.
- Maintained adequate stock of medications, supplies and equipment to meet patient needs.
- Facilitated interdepartmental collaboration through effective communication and coordination of patient care plans.
- Optimized staffing levels by monitoring unit needs and making data-driven adjustments to scheduling as necessary.
- Increased staff retention rates with supportive leadership techniques, mentoring programs, and positive work environment initiatives.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the unit by enforcing strict adherence to protocols, guidelines, and infection control measures.
- Streamlined daily operations for increased productivity by delegating tasks and supervising nursing staff.
- Implemented evidence-based practices within the unit to enhance overall quality of care provided to patients.
- Coordinated nursing with other services to promote continuity of total regimen of care.
- Promoted patient independence by establishing patient care goals and taught and counseled patients, friends and family about medications and self-care skills.
- Improved patient satisfaction with timely and accurate communication between patients, families, and medical professionals.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently overseeing the administration of medications to patients.
- Protected patients and employees by developing and interpreting infection-control policies and protocols and maintained patient confidence by monitoring confidential information.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and adaptability among team members.
- Achieved top employee performance ratings, fostering environment of accountability and support.
- Fostered culture of excellence and continuous improvement, organizing regular team-building activities.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing-RN
University of Kentucky Community School of Nursing
Paducah12-1999
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Patient care planning
- Patient evaluation
- Lab result interpretation
- Patient counseling
Certification
- Integrative Nurse Coach Academy with certification in Functional Medicine
Timeline
Registered Nurse
A Healing Path
10.2020 - Current
RN Case Manager
Mercy Health
08.2013 - 10.2020
Unit Manager
Parkview Nursing and Rehabilitation
08.2004 - 08.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing-RN
University of Kentucky Community School of Nursing
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