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Darrell Broussard, II

Highland

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Commitment to the confidentiality of information at all times. Diligent nursing professional with demonstrated success in emergency patient care. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Westways Staffing
08.2020 - Current
  • Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and promptly addressing critical needs.
  • Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
  • Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing efficient and effective emergency care to a diverse population during high-stress situations.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate communication and attentive nursing care during their emergency room visits.

Circulating OR Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
05.2023 - 05.2024
  • Enhanced patient safety by strictly adhering to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols during surgeries.
  • Reduced surgery delays by efficiently preparing the operating room with necessary equipment, instruments, and supplies.
  • Improved surgical outcomes by providing comprehensive perioperative nursing care to patients and their families.
  • Streamlined communication between surgical team members, ensuring accurate sharing of critical information during procedures.
  • Assessed patients'' physical and emotional needs preoperatively, providing education and support to alleviate anxiety.
  • Ensured proper positioning of patients during surgeries, minimizing risk of injury or discomfort.
  • Collaborated closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and other healthcare professionals to deliver optimal patient care in the operating room.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of surgical procedures and interventions for accurate medical records and billing purposes.
  • Expedited patient recovery by promptly addressing postoperative complications or concerns through timely intervention and collaboration with other healthcare providers.

Gastrointestinal Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
03.2022 - 05.2023
  • Observed outcomes of both long- and short-term treatments and interventions, recording observations and bringing notable changes to attention of physicians.
  • Ordered screening tests and advised patients on preventive care treatments to promote ongoing health of patients.
  • Assisted in development of care plans, taking in-depth patient interviews and integrating test results to reach most accurate diagnosis.
  • Adhered closely to physician direction and medication guidelines in administration of medications to patients.
  • Supported physicians in medical diagnosis by taking vital signs, performing initial assessments and collecting samples for lab analysis.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
  • Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
11.2011 - 03.2022
  • Responded to patient emergencies, including code blues and rapid response situations.
  • Administered medications per pharmacists' orders.
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care, including power or system outages, patient or family grievances, security issues and employee issues.
  • Provided complete care to patients, including physical assessments, medication and IV administration and chronic disease management.
  • Provided comprehensive care to patients with inputting data-wide range of standards, including head traumas, intracranial hematomas, strokes, cardiac issues, addiction and multiple chronic diagnoses like COPD and asthma.
  • Worked closely with patients to coordinate realistic goals and strategies for care.
  • Recommended modifications based on patients' response to treatment.
  • Organized and managed the care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including TPA and Conscious sedation procedures.
  • Accurately documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charts.
  • Supervised professional and paraprofessional nursing staff and delegated tasks to maintain continuum of care.
  • Performed lab tests and communicated results.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
  • Provided comprehensive care to diverse populations, including checking-in patients, triaging based on acuity and admitting to appropriate departments.
  • Prepared patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures.
  • Documented concerns for physicians to review in advance.
  • Called patients to share lab results and discuss physician orders.
  • Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
  • Partnered with attending physicians, nurses, techs and nursing assistants to create and coordinate plans of care, including imaging, labs, surgery, intensive care and medications.
  • Managed patient admissions, transfers and discharges while assigning tasks and handling conflicts or issues.
  • Promoted professional development opportunities to encourage nurses to pursue continuous training.
  • Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Assessed and responded to risks and resolved issues to ensure a safe and productive workplace.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating their care preferences to practitioners, ensuring interventions met their goals for treatment and identifying insurance coverage.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability.
  • Assessed patients and measured vital statistics, using the information to advocate for patients' needs and worked as part of healthcare team to develop, implement and manage individualized plans of care.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management.
  • Educated patients about the use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters.
  • Ensured proper care for victims of domestic violence who presented to the emergency room.

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Riverside Community Hospital
07.2009 - 11.2011
  • Documented patient information obtained from interviews.
  • Assisted doctors with surgeries and non-invasive procedures.
  • Assessed need for, ordered, obtained and interpreted appropriate lab tests.
  • Ensured safety and well-being of patients.
  • Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
  • Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
  • Developed and implemented nursing care plans.
  • Performed vitals/glucose testing and assisted in administering injections and urinalysis.
  • Accurately recorded and reported test results according to established procedures.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
  • Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
  • Skillfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages.
  • Evaluated patients suffering from asthma, appendicitis and hernias.
  • Performed pregnancy tests and sent specimens for laboratory testing.
  • Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary care teams to develop, initiate and manage patient care plans.
  • Reviewed and interpreted telemetry readings.
  • Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
  • Fostered strong relationships with patients and colleagues, leveraging feedback and identifying opportunities to improve delivery and quality of care.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Medicated patients intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and via intramuscular injections while maintaining personalized treatment plans.
  • Prepared procedure trays, sterile fields and supplies.
  • Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with a multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care.
  • Administered medications per pharmacists' orders.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare personnel to meet patients' personal, physical, psychological and cognitive needs.
  • Counseled and educated patients about reproductive health issues and wellness. Expertise in STDs, HIV and family planning.
  • Provided skilled emergency response in critical situations.
  • Delivered patient care, education and telemetry monitoring and interpretation.
  • Administered prescribed medications and monitored and documented patient responses.
  • Supervised professional and paraprofessional nursing staff and delegated tasks to maintain continuum of care.
  • Delivered a high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing the check-in of patients, triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Assessed patients and measured vital statistics, using the information to advocate for patients' needs and worked as part of healthcare team to develop, implement and manage individualized plans of care.
  • Called patients to share lab results and discuss physician orders.
  • Maintained accountability for controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule.
  • Motivated nursing staff to pursue advanced training degrees and collaborated with unit leaders to identify education needs.
  • Monitored adherence to core measures in patient satisfaction.

Psychiatric Technician

Riverside County Regional Medical Center
06.2004 - 06.2009
  • Ensured that clients and families were treated with respect and dignity.
  • Administered PPD and IM injections according to protocol.
  • Applied interventions when necessary, including clients wanting to leave against medical advice (AMA).
  • Assisted and counseled 6-8 patients daily.
  • Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications and managed patient behavior.
  • Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
  • Charted on each patient daily.
  • Instructed patients and family members on proper discharge care.
  • Developed and implemented nursing care plans.
  • Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
  • Monitored patients for signs of trauma, abuse and neglect.
  • Helped residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, lifting and transferring.
  • Developed a system of staff communication that ensured proper implementation of treatment plans and comprehensive patient care.
  • Counseled and educated patients about reproductive health issues and wellness. Expertise in STDs, HIV and family planning.
  • Partnered with team of registered nurses to achieve overall well-being of all patients.
  • Took and recorded patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
  • Provided behavioral/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individual patients.
  • Closely collaborated with management team to make necessary improvements and satisfy patient needs.
  • Ensured proper care for victims of domestic violence.
  • Provided patient education.
  • Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation.

Education

Master of Science - Organizational Leadership

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
09.2021

Bachelor of Science - NURSING

California State University - San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA
2009

Psychiatric Technician Certificate - Psychiatric Technician

San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CA
2000

High School Diploma -

Mark Twain Sr. High School
San Diego, CA
1994

Skills

  • Strong clinical judgment
  • One-on-one instruction
  • Insulin medication assistance
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Neurology awareness
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Infant vitals monitoring
  • Epic software use
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Ear, nose and throat care
  • Performing EKGs
  • Newborn care
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Acute care expertise
  • Emergency procedures
  • Foley catheters
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Health screening
  • Patient discharge
  • Diabetes and nutrition education
  • Managing deadlines
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Patient management
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Physical assessments
  • Critical care
  • Culturally-sensitive
  • HIPAA education
  • Collecting vitals
  • Family education
  • IV setup
  • Infection control measures
  • Chest pain management
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Nursing Consultation

Certification

  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • BLS
  • NIHSS

Timeline

Circulating OR Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
05.2023 - 05.2024

Gastrointestinal Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
03.2022 - 05.2023

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Westways Staffing
08.2020 - Current

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Kaiser Permanente
11.2011 - 03.2022

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Riverside Community Hospital
07.2009 - 11.2011

Psychiatric Technician

Riverside County Regional Medical Center
06.2004 - 06.2009

Master of Science - Organizational Leadership

Capella University

Bachelor of Science - NURSING

California State University - San Bernardino

Psychiatric Technician Certificate - Psychiatric Technician

San Bernardino Valley College

High School Diploma -

Mark Twain Sr. High School

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