Brandon Locklear

Brandon locklear 26 yo

Amedisys Hospice 

Case Manager RN 10/2022-Present

• Responsible as a healthcare professional who specializes in end-of-life care. Working with patients who have terminal illnesses and are no longer seeking curative treatments. My primary role is to manage the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the patient and their family during this difficult time. Duties include to monitor the patient's symptoms, administer medications and other treatments to manage pain and discomfort, and communicate with the patient's healthcare team to ensure that all their needs are met.

TRS Health Travel Nurse                                                                                                

Stepdown Cardiac/Medical-Surgical RN – 11/2021-09/2022

• Responsible for providing specialized care to patients with cardiac conditions who require intermediate-level care. Duties include monitoring patients' vital signs, administering medications, conducting diagnostic tests, providing wound care, and assisting with medical procedures. Additionally, working with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement patient care plans, educate patients and their families about their conditions and treatments. 

HealthKeeperz Hospice

Case Manager RN 07/2020-10/2021

• Responsible as a healthcare professional who specializes in end-of-life care. Working with patients who have terminal illnesses and are no longer seeking curative treatments. My primary role is to manage the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the patient and their family during this difficult time. Duties include to monitor the patient's symptoms, administer medications and other treatments to manage pain and discomfort, and communicate with the patient's healthcare team to ensure that all their needs are met.

UNC Southeastern Health                                                                                                

Cardiovascular Operating-Room Nurse - 

• Responsible as a CVOR Circulator nurse who specializes in surgical procedures on the heart and blood vessels. Providing direct patient care before, during, and after surgeries in the CVOR. Work closely with the surgical team, including the surgeon, anesthesiologist, and other nurses to ensure that the patient's needs are met. Assist with patient preparation, including administering medications, and ensuring that the operating room is sterile and ready for the procedure.
• Circulating in Cardiac Thoracic & vascular procedures such as: Coronary Artery By-Pass, Valve Replacements. AAA, Pericardial Window, Intra-Aortic Balloon Insertion, Carotid Endarterectomy, Femoral-Popliteal By-Pass Graft, Thrombectomy, AKA/ BKA (Amputation), insertion Chest Tubes, ECMO Insertion, Fistula Repair, Perm Cath Placement, and VATS

UNC Southeastern Health                                                                                                

Observation Medical-Surgical RN - 

• Responsible as an observation unit nurse who specializes in monitoring and assessing patients who are experiencing chest pain or acute illnesses. Duties are to closely observe and assess patients, perform diagnostic tests and evaluations, and provide appropriate treatments as needed. Work closely with other members of the healthcare team, such as cardiologists, emergency physicians, and other nurses, to develop and implement patient care plans that address the unique needs of each individual.

EDUCATION:

Frontier Nursing University

Masters of Family Nurse Practitioner

Anticipated Graduation June 2023

• Current GPA 3.94
• Minimum total of 675 clinical hours in progress

Fayetteville State University

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing 

01/2019-05/2020

Bladen Community College 

Associate Degree in Nursing 

08/2014-12/2018