Brooke Buras
Madisonville
Summary
Highly skilled Critical Care Nurse with in-depth experience in diverse critical care settings. Display strong clinical judgment, decision-making abilities and knowledge of complex disease management. Demonstrated leadership skills by mentoring new nursing staff and advocating for patients' needs.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Critical Care Registered Nurse
St. Tammany Parish Hospital
Covington
10.2024 - Current
- Provide direct nursing care to critically ill patients in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
- Assist MD's with diagnostic tests, therapeutic procedures, and other medical interventions.
- Perform medical treatments such as administering medications, intravenous fluids, and blood transfusions.
Registered Nurse, Recovery
Cardiovascular Specialty Care Center of Covington
Covington
03.2022 - 10.2024
- Monitored patient vitals during recovery from cardiovascular procedures and reported any changes or concerns to Cardiologists.
- Educated families and caregivers about post-surgical care instructions and expectations for recovery process.
Registered Nurse
Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital
Hammond
05.2016 - 03.2022
- Delivered patient care, administered medications and treatments according to prescribed protocols and guidelines.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient support.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
North Oaks Medical Center
Hammond
06.2009 - 05.2016
- Provided direct patient care in a fast-paced intensive care environment.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions regularly.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Ochsner Medical Center
Jefferson
05.2007 - 06.2010
- Monitored vital signs and responded to changes in patient conditions.
- Administered medications and managed intravenous therapies effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Holy Cross
New Orleans, LA 09.2003 - 05.2007
Timeline
Critical Care Registered Nurse
St. Tammany Parish Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Recovery
Cardiovascular Specialty Care Center of Covington
03.2022 - 10.2024
Registered Nurse
Post Acute Medical Specialty Hospital
05.2016 - 03.2022
Critical Care Registered Nurse
North Oaks Medical Center
06.2009 - 05.2016
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Ochsner Medical Center
05.2007 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Holy Cross
09.2003 - 05.2007