Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
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Kristi Brown, R.N.

Kristi Brown, R.N.

Grass Valley

Summary

I am looking for a part-time, flexible nursing job that I can do primarily from home. I am a dedicated and versatile worker. I love working with people of all ages and am organized and self-driven. I enjoy fostering positive and compassionate relationships with my patients. I have strong interpersonal skills with a talent for addressing concerns and paying attention to detail. I am passionate about providing personalized care for my patients to help them obtain the education and support they need.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Fashion Consultant/Small Business Owner

LuLaRoe Kristi Brown
Auburn
01.2016 - 05.2017
  • Worked as independent fashion consultant for clients
  • Ordered, organized, and sold clothing using social media platforms and traveled to host in-home pop-up shops
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism while interacting with clients in person or via telephone

Staff Registered Nurse Pre-Op/Recovery Room

Inland Surgery Center
Redlands
04.2007 - 11.2008
  • Admitted and recovered patients for orthopedic, eye, tonsillectomy, and other general surgeries
  • Started IV's
  • Performed assessments, started IV's and administered medications as ordered pre/post op
  • Educated patients and families pre/post procedure
  • Assisted patients with equipment needed post surgery

Staff Registered Nurse Pre-Op/Recovery Room

Arrowhead Orthopaedics Surgery Center
Redlands
01.2007 - 11.2008
  • Admitted and recovered patients post orthopedic surgery and epidural and facet injections
  • Performed assessments, started IV's, and administered medications as ordered pre/post procedure
  • Assisted patients with mobility and comfort needs post-surgery
  • Educated patients and families pre/post op with home instructions and equipment for recovery

Staff Registered Nurse and Quality Assurance

Mountain View Surgery Center
Redlands
11.2003 - 09.2006
  • Administered conscious sedation, as directed by the physician
  • Admitted and recovered patients for G.I. procedures
  • Performed assessments, started IV's and administered medications as ordered
  • Educated patients and families pre/post procedure in English and some Spanish when necessary
  • Assisted physician and assessed patient with conscious sedation during GI procedures
  • Helped manage recovery room and assisted with staffing
  • Performed Quality Assurance assessments and recommendations and updated policy and procedure manuals

Staff Registered Nurse Pre-Op/Recovery Room

St. Bernadine's Medical Center
San Bernardino
07.2003 - 10.2004
  • Admitted and recovered patients for G.I. procedures, orthopedic, eye, tonsillectomy, and other general surgeries
  • Performed assessments, started IV's and administered medications as ordered
  • Gave medications post surgery as needed for pain/nausea
  • Educated patient and family pre/post-operatively and discharged per doctor's orders
  • Participated in team meetings to re-design charting forms for unit

Staff Registered Nurse Telemetry/Step Down Unit

Queen of the Valley Hospital
Napa
02.2002 - 05.2003
  • Assumed full care of pre/post heart catheterization patients, CABG patients, medical surgical patients, diabetic patients
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement, and adapt individualized care plans
  • Performed assessments, started IV's, and administered medications as ordered
  • Assisted physicians with procedures at bedside
  • Educated patients and families during stay and at discharge

Staff Registered Nurse Pre-Op/Recovery Room

St. Helena Hospital and Health Center
St. Helena
10.2001 - 05.2003
  • Admitted and recovered cardiac catheterization patients, same day surgery patients, GI procedure patients, and chemotherapy patients
  • Performed assessments, started IV's and administered medications as ordered
  • Educated patients and families pre/post op
  • Managed Performance Improvement of unit

Nursing Administration Management Intern

St. Helena Hospital and Adventist Health
St. Helena
06.2001 - 09.2001
  • Researched and typed on computer
  • Assisted with brainstorming, organizing and gathering material for hospital's Annual Review Day
  • Researched nurse extern programs and developed brochure for program
  • Attended and participated in nursing management meetings
  • Updated policy and procedure manuals by researching and meeting with staff nurses and managers
  • Designed nursing core competency packets and developed checklists

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Pacific Union College
Angwin
06-2002

Associate of Science - Nursing

Pacific Union College
Angwin, CA
06-2001

Skills

Effective and experienced with:

  • Nursing skills
  • Time management
  • Communication
  • Bedside manner
  • Customer service
  • Documentation management
  • Schedule coordination
  • Attention to detail
  • Organization
  • Patient Education

Affiliations

  • I have been a stay-at-home mom and homeschooling children for quite a few years. I have always had a passion for education. During this time, I have not let my license expire and continue to get my nursing education. I am actively involved in my church and my son's school helping organize events and outreach.

Timeline

Fashion Consultant/Small Business Owner

LuLaRoe Kristi Brown
01.2016 - 05.2017

Staff Registered Nurse Pre-Op/Recovery Room

Inland Surgery Center
04.2007 - 11.2008

Staff Registered Nurse Pre-Op/Recovery Room

Arrowhead Orthopaedics Surgery Center
01.2007 - 11.2008

Staff Registered Nurse and Quality Assurance

Mountain View Surgery Center
11.2003 - 09.2006

Staff Registered Nurse Pre-Op/Recovery Room

St. Bernadine's Medical Center
07.2003 - 10.2004

Staff Registered Nurse Telemetry/Step Down Unit

Queen of the Valley Hospital
02.2002 - 05.2003

Staff Registered Nurse Pre-Op/Recovery Room

St. Helena Hospital and Health Center
10.2001 - 05.2003

Nursing Administration Management Intern

St. Helena Hospital and Adventist Health
06.2001 - 09.2001

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Pacific Union College

Associate of Science - Nursing

Pacific Union College
Kristi Brown, R.N.