“A leader takes people where they want to go. A great leader takes people where they don't necessarily want to go, but ought to be.”
Rosalynn Carter
Brittney Dahlen, DNP, RN, CMSRN, PHN
My Leadership Vision and Mission
It is my personal mission, as a nursing leader, to energize others to dream about the future and how their efforts, talents, and strengths play a part in contributing to that dream. As a leader, it is my mission to develop relationships with others to better understand their talents to maximize their strengths to allow them to transform the future. It is my duty to serve as their cheerleader and confidant. To utilize my positivity, optimism, and stamina to be a leader and role model for others to strive for their goals and to achieve their dreams.
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Leadership Strengths
What I Bring to the Team
Futuristic
Builds trust, compassion, stability, and hope. Encourages others to utilize their imagination and think about what could be. Acts as a sounding board while helping guide followers and encourage them to pursue their dreams.
Maximizer
Knows own strengths and weaknesses and able to reflect and assess strengths and encourage others to do the same. Easily points out moments of excellence and acknowledges those gifts.
Positivity
Chronically positive and optimistic. Gives praise that is genuine and personal. Leads with infectious optimism and the ability to boost confidence of followers.
Achiever
Lives by the motto, "hard work pays off." Delivers on what they say they will. Consistent and continually sets and achieves goals. Provides stability and encourages hope.
Relator
Ability to build and maintain relationships by creating one-on-one time, being thoughtful and compassionate, and showing genuine interest in the well-being of followers. Notices achievements, strengths, and successes and how those opportunities have made a difference.
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My Work Experience
A leader is well-rounded when they have had the opportunity to serve in many different roles and work with many different people. As a nursing leader, I have had the opportunity to work with many different groups, lead many quality improvement projects, and begin developing my leadership skills in some very unique positions. All of this has helped me become the person I am today, which is why I hold it in such high regard. Want to know more? Get in touch with me today.
Unit Manager - Outpatient Department, Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City
January 2021 - Present
Nurse leader of the outpatient department at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. This includes specialties such as: cardiology, dermatology, anesthesia, neurosciences, orthopedics, internal medicine, endocrinology, nephrology, infectious disease, pediatric services, otorhinolaryngology surgery, oral-maxillofacial surgery, general surgery, thoracic surgery, plastic surgery, ophthalmology, obstetrics and gynecology, rheumatology, and occupational health services. Work in this role includes supporting registered and practical nurses to optimize and enhance the care they provide through education, professional development, and quality improvement initiatives.
Ambulatory Nurse Manager
Mayo Clinic
Remote Patient Monitoring
September 2019 - January 2021
Leader of an outpatient-based unit that delivers care and meets the patient where they are at, in their home or wherever is most convenient for them. Provides support to Registered Nurse Care Coordinators as they work with new technology and on the cutting-edge of the future of healthcare delivery.
Interim Nurse Manager
Mayo Clinic
Hepatobiliary, Breast, Endocrine, Metabolic, Gastrointestinal Surgery and Plastic Surgery
May 2019 - August 2019
Lead an inpatient surgical unit in the interim period between permanent managers. Provided support and leadership for over 60 Registered Nurses, Patient Care Assistants, and Health Unit Coordinators.
Staff Registered Nurse
Mayo Clinic
Hepatobiliary, Breast, Endocrine, Metabolic, Gastrointestinal Surgery and Plastic Surgery
July 2014 - April 2019
Served as a staff registered nurse on an inpatient surgical unit. Participated in numerous committees and quality improvement projects. Served as an exemplar, role model, and leader in the preceptor and charge nurse roles.
Summer III Nurse Extern
Mayo Clinic
General and Plastic Surgery
June 2013 - August 2013
Participated in a 12 week summer student nurse externship at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota where I enhanced my nursing assessment, prioritization, and time management skills while working closely with a Registered Nurse Clinical Coach.
Camp Counselor
June 2010 - August 2012
Lead and mentored children from 8 to 18 years old. Helped them learn more about themselves and grow in their skills and abilities by facilitating team building exercises and leading outdoor activities.
Education
My Academic Journey
September 2018 - May 2021
Doctor of Nursing Practice - Health Innovation and Leadership
University of Minnesota
The Health Innovation and Leadership specialty program helps prepare nurses to be full inter-professional partners, to create innovative healing environments and to transform health care systems locally, nationally and internationally. The program helps prepare nurses to be leaders in organizations, quality and safety, design, and through boundary spanning opportunities. The Health Innovation and Leadership specialty not only prepares nurses to be leaders within their organization, but to be influential leaders in healthcare at local, national, and international levels.
September 2018 - July 2021
Certificate of Health Care Design and Innovation
The Health Care Design and Innovation Post-Baccalaureate Certificate prepares health care and design practitioners to create optimal healing environments. Students will learn how to apply design thinking in creating new processes, systems and care environments.
September 2009 - May 2014
Bachelor's of Science in Nursing
University of Minnesota
Coursework focused on providing me with a strong foundation in nursing practice and preparing me for a rewarding career in nursing. Allowed me to explore the many professional nursing opportunities available.
Certifications and Awards
January 2020
Instructor in Nursing
Mayo Clinic School of Medicine
Met the professional standards and criteria to be awarded the title of Instructor in Nursing from the Mayo Clinic School of Medicine. This achievement is given to those who demonstrate leadership and initiative to help improve quality and safety of patient care and who seek to continuously improve themselves and others within the organization and profession of nursing
November 2019
Certificate in Quality and Safety
Institute for Health Care Improvement
Proficient in quality improvement, patient safety, leadership, patient and family-centered care strategies in accordance with the Triple Aim.
May 2019
Excellence in Innovation Award
University of Minnesota
Iceland Study Abroad Program
Awarded the Innovation Award during the University of Minnesota's 2019 Study Abroad Program in Reykjavik, Iceland for the most innovative idea for a case study involving improving quality of life in Syrian refugee camps.
April 2019
Sister Joseph Nursing Endowment Fund Nursing Scholarship
Mayo Clinic
Awarded the Sister Joseph Nursing Endowment Fund nursing scholarship for demonstrated achievement in leadership and continuing education.
December 2018
Doctor C. Allen Good & Rosemary Westin Education Award
Awarded the Doctor C. Allen Good & Rosemary Westin Education Award to assist with funding to attend The Beryl Institute Conference on Patient Experience in April 2019.
December 2018
Mayo Clinic Quality Fellow
Silver Level Certification
Demonstrated proficiency and excellence in patient safety and quality improvement. Silver status was achieved after successfully passing the Silver level certification exam and completing a Gold level quality improvement project.
August 2018
Problem Solver Ribbon
Mayo Clinic Nurses Poster Fair
Awarded the Problem Solver ribbon at the Mayo Clinic Nurses Poster fair for work done to improve patient and staff safety utilizing safe patient handling.
May 2017
Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Certification recognizing knowledge, expertise, and excellence in medical surgical nursing.
June 2009 - Present
Basic Life Support Certified
American Heart Association
Proficient in Basic Life Support for healthcare providers.
Summary
My Personal Brand
I am seen as a hard worker with a positive attitude and ability to envision the future and get others excited about it. I’m also seen as a role model and leader who can identify an individual’s areas of strength and opportunities for growth.
I am someone who can effectively communicate, has a self-awareness of what her strengths are and surrounds herself with others who have strengths that fill my blind spots. I am courageous and able to have the tough conversations with employees, practices, and administrators. I am able to provide influence in those tough conversations and effectively negotiate to help find a common ground that can support all parties. Most importantly, I am a trusted leader who puts the needs of her staff first.
“There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.”
Carey Lohrenz
Get in Touch
Thank you for viewing my portfolio. Are you interested in learning more about me, my work or how we can collaborate on an upcoming project? Feel free to reach out anytime, I would be more than happy to chat.
Rochester, Minnesota