Christopher Brown
Corona,CA
Summary
Experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse with 13+ years of high acuity clinical experience in a fast paced Emergency Department. Proven ability to lead during high stress situations, support interdisciplinary teams, and deliver safe, patient centered care. Experienced in relief charge nurse responsibilities, mentoring staff, and supporting departmental workflow and quality initiatives. Currently pursuing professional growth toward an Assistant Nurse Manager role with a strong interest in leadership, operations, and staff development.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente Moreno Valley, Emergency Room
Moreno Valley, California
07.2016 - Current
- Provide direct patient care in a high volume Emergency Department managing medical, surgical, cardiac, neurologic, and trauma patients across the lifespan.
- Perform rapid triage, assessment, stabilization, and ongoing monitoring of critically ill and unstable patients.
- Serve as relief charge nurse, front end team lead, supporting experienced staff and promoting clinical excellence while adhering to department standards.
- Demonstrate strong situational awareness and leadership during codes and periods of extreme department overcrowding.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely interventions, safe handoffs, and optimal patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Riverside University Health System Medical Center, Emergency Room
03.2013 - 07.2016
- Provided direct patient care in high pressure emergency situations, ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs to ensure patient safety and response to treatment.
- 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.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University, San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA12-2012
Skills
- Relief Charge Nurse experience supporting daily unit operations
- Participation in skills days, staff education, and competency validation
- Strong interest in emergency department leadership, quality improvement, and staff engagement
- Trusted team member during high acuity and high volume shifts
- Calm and decisive under pressure
- Strong communicator with patients, families, and care
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente Moreno Valley, Emergency Room
07.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse
Riverside University Health System Medical Center, Emergency Room
03.2013 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
California State University, San Bernardino