Gladys Mace Bryant
Vallejo,CA
Summary
With over 40 years of experience in diverse healthcare organizations, this nurse has worked with a wide range of patients, including those in neurology, oncology, and general medical care. Expertise lies in introducing detailed care plans and coordinating patient care through interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated proficiency in addressing the physical, psychosocial, developmental, and educational aspects of nursing care for the patients, their families and for other staff members. Throughout the career, consistently remained calm under pressure and skillfully handled difficult patients and high-stress situations.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Consultant
Andrea Hearne, LEP
01.2018 - Current
- Review student medical history to offer input into outcomes for students being evaluated.
- Help staff better understand student outcomes, pharmacological interventions, as it relates to educational outcomes.
- Optimized collaboration between specialists by proactively sharing insights on complex cases requiring interdisciplinary input.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of patients'' medical histories, diagnoses, and medications to provide accurate recommendations for treatment options.
Medical Consultant
Rising Stars Academy
08.2023 - Current
- Leveraged medical expertise in the development of organizational policies and procedures, contributing to a high standard of student care at the school.
- Assisted with regulatory issues such as compliance as it relates to students with both special needs and medical needs.
- Enhanced patient education by creating informative materials on disease prevention, management, and modifications required across the course of the school day for students.
- Formulated and implemented 10 innovative medical strategies in the educational healthcare field.
Neurology Advice Nurse/Registered Nurse Case Manager
Kaiser Permanente
10.1987 - 09.2014
- Managed a patient caseload by working closely with treating physicians to offer support, education, and advocacy for patients who experienced headaches so patients could make better choices regarding their health care.
- Contributed to the development of departmental policies and procedures, enhancing overall practice standards in the department of neurology.
- Supported patients in managing chronic conditions by providing tailored guidance on lifestyle modifications and treatment adherence.
- Facilitated communication between patients and their primary care providers, enabling better-informed decision making regarding treatment plans.
- Handled high call volumes while maintaining attention to detail, empathy, and professionalism during each interaction.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of patient interactions, ensuring accuracy and seamless communication among healthcare team members.
- Helped to train residents/interns and other treating physicians in the department and the greater medical center in the treatment of headaches, multiple sclerosis and other neurological conditions.
- Lectured on medication usage as well as lifestyle choices and changes needed in the treatment of multiple sclerosis for the Multiple Sclerosis Society.
- Served on committee to helped maintain the high standards of nursing practices for the greater Kaiser Oakland community. Mentored nurses across the Kaiser community. Became the first Staff Nurse IV for all of Kaiser Permanente.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Veterans Administration Medical Center
06.1985 - 09.1987
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering pa catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Oversaw medication management for patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients. Worked with closely with patient families to ensure better patient outcomes.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
Charge Nurse Pulmonary/Neurology
Veterans Administration Medical Center
06.1980 - 05.1985
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Served as a liaison between nursing staff, physicians, and management, fostering open communication channels among all parties involved in patient care.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
Head Nurse
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
06.1975 - 06.1980
- Provided nursing supervision to nursing staff for oncology and med-surgical patients.
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly, identifying areas for growth and providing constructive feedback when necessary.
- Participated in additional training in oncology and chemotherapy at MD Anderson in New Orleans, La and brought techniques back to implement on ward.
- Administered chemotherapy to patients and recognized potential adverse reactions during infusions and intervened swiftly, mitigating potential negative outcomes for patients.
- Managed daily clinic workflow by prioritizing tasks and working collaboratively with team members, resulting in a well-organized and efficient patient care environment.
- Contributed to the development of practice guidelines and policy updates by providing valuable input from a frontline nursing perspective.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS06.1975
Skills
- Clinical expertise
- Medical records management
- Patient care assessment
- Interpersonal abilities
- Policy and procedure development
- Healthcare management
- Treatment planning
- Workflow management
- Policy development
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Time management
- Multitasking
Timeline
Medical Consultant
Rising Stars Academy
08.2023 - Current
Medical Consultant
Andrea Hearne, LEP
01.2018 - Current
Neurology Advice Nurse/Registered Nurse Case Manager
Kaiser Permanente
10.1987 - 09.2014
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Veterans Administration Medical Center
06.1985 - 09.1987
Charge Nurse Pulmonary/Neurology
Veterans Administration Medical Center
06.1980 - 05.1985
Head Nurse
Mississippi Baptist Medical Center
06.1975 - 06.1980
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Hinds Community College
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