Heather Brunswick

00149 Heitkamp Rd Minster, OH 45865

(419) 733-6740 | brunswhr@mail.uc.edu | Portfolio: http://www.hbhonors.weebly.com

OBJECTIVE
Seeking a full-time position as a Registered Nurse at a hospital whose mission statement matches my personal philosophy

E D U C ATI O N
Bachelor of Science, Nursing
University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH
GPA: 3.8/4.0
University Honors Program
Member Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society
Finance 100% of education through full-time employment

Expected May 2015

C E RTI F I C ATI O N S

BLS/CPR certification through American Heart Association, Expires March 2017

EKG/Dysrhythmias certification June 2014 at VA Medical Center
Dysrhythmias course, completed December 2014 at the University of Cincinnati
ACLS certification through the American Heart Association; Expires March 2017

R E L ATE D E X P E R I E N C E
St. Elizabeth Healthcare, Fort Thomas, KY
January 2015-Present
Role Transition; Emergency Department
Perform all RN duties while 1:1 with an RN in a 24 bed unit; 200 hours
Utilize critical thinking and prioritization skills
Perform focused assessments
Assist doctor in procedures including conscious sedation, lumbar punctures, pelvic exams, etc.
Experience in IV starts and EKGs
Assess and treat trauma victims
Experience in cardiac/respiratory arrest and code situations
Ensure two-way communication with physician regarding patient status. Anticipate and implement orders. Interpret test
results. Collaborate with physician in planning in patient care plans
Routinely act as charge nurse of 3-6 nurses
Competent with computerized charting in EPIC
Veteran Affairs Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH
Co-Op; Cardiopulmonary/Telemetry Unit
Perform all RN duties while 1:1 with an RN on a 24 bed unit; 400 hours
Prioritize needs of 4-5 patients
Administer medications and educate patients on purpose and side effects of medications
Explain diagnoses, medical procedures, and treatment to veterans
Interact with veterans and their families to provide emotional support
Experience in telemetry monitoring and EKGs in emergency situations
Routinely act as charge nurse of 3-6 nurses
Competent with computerized charting in Computerized Patient Record System

May 2014-Present

Cincinnati Childrens Hospital, Cincinnati, OH

January 2014-May 2014
Cardiovascular Unit
Consulted with a multidisciplinary team regarding plans of care
Educated parents on various medications and methods for disease prevention and health promotion

University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH

January 2013-December 2014
Psychiatric/Mental Health Unit
Led group therapy sessions and activities
Performed 1:1 interviews with suicidal, homicidal, and psychotic patients
Labor & Delivery, Antepartum, Postpartum
Assessed fetal monitoring
Assisted in a C-Section, hysterectomy, and vaginal birth
Post-Surigcal Unit
Dedicated Education Unit Performed all RN duties while 1:1 with an RN
Worked closely with physician and pharmacy to ensure post-surgical patients had adequate pain relief
Gastrointestinal Unit
Provided emotional support to patients awaiting organ transplant

WORK EXPERIENCE
Good Samaritan Hospital, Cincinnati, OH
November 2013-Present
Patient Care Assistant
Float to telemetry, medical-surgical, post-surgical, renal, oncology, antepartum, rehabilitation, adult psychiatric, geriatric
psychiatric, cardiovascular ICU, and medical-surgical ICU as a support staff employee
Performed vitals, straight catheterization, and post-mortem care; cared for skin, Foleys, and ostomies; recorded intake
and output, assisted patients in ambulation and ADLs, and assisted the RN as needed
University of Cincinnati College of Nursing, Cincinnati, OH
August 2012-Present
Peer Tutor
Tutor 3-8 nursing students on a weekly basis in A&P, Chemistry, Microbiology, Pathophysiology, and Pharmacology
Upper Valley Medical Center, Troy, OH
April 2013-June 2014
Patient Care Technician
Floated to telemetry, medical-surgical, progressive care unit, ICU, and Emergency Department as a support staff
employee
Perform technical and clinical tasks under the supervision of an RN

P R O F E S S I O N A L AF F I L I ATI O N S

Member, Deans Student Ambassador for College of Nursing, August 2011-Present

Member, Student Nurses Association, August 2011-Present
Chairperson for National SNA Convention, Student Nurses Association, August 2012-Present
Vice President, Student Nurses Association, August 2013-Present

HONORS/ACTIVITIES

Recipient, Distinguished Honors Scholar via University Honors Program, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH,
Spring 2015
Recipient, Deans List, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH, August 2011-Present
Recipient, Various nursing scholarships: UVMC Foundation Scholarship x3, Franz Scholarship, University Honors
Scholarship, Marion Community Foundation Scholarship, American Legion Scholarship, Mercer County Civic
Foundation Scholarship, University Womens Club Scholarship, and Girl Scout Scholarship , University of Cincinnati,
Cincinnati, OH August 2011-Present
Recipient, UC International Study Abroad Scholarship to Italy, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH, May 2014
Mentor, Pre-nursing students, College of Nursing, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH, August 2012-Present
Chairperson, UC College of Nursing Career Fair, Cincinnati, OH, December 2014-February 2015
Student Representative, Kaplan & Hurst NCLEX Reviews, Cincinnati, OH, October 2015-Present
Volunteer, Hospitality Team, St. Monica-St. George, Cincinnati, OH, December 2012-Present