Brenna Roehnelt
East Peoria,US
Summary
Dedicated and passionate nurse with diverse competencies honed in the fast-paced settings of the hospital. Consistently demonstrate a compassionate and friendly attitude as a patient-focused team member. Highly organized, with exceptional written and verbal communication skills. A strong leader who works well under pressure and exudes positivity. Committed to upholding the highest quality of patient care, consistent with the mission of the healthcare organization.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Carle Methodist Hospital
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
- Monitored vital signs, nutritional intake and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to supervisor.
- Educated patients and families about mental health, diagnoses and treatment options.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to provide additional support and guidance.
- Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
- Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
- Performed patient assessments to monitor expected response to medications and altering treatment plans.
- Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Developed successful discharge plans to help continuity of care upon patient release.
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Horizons Healthcare Agency LLC
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Reduced the risk of infection for patients and healthcare team members with thorough cleaning and sanitizing of rooms, equipment, and devices
- Used mobility devices and lift equipment to transfer patients from chairs to beds, following all safety procedures to avoid injuries
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms
- Improved daily workflow to improve patient outcomes and meet organizational goals
- Followed and enforced safety protocols to protect patients and workers
- Kept track of patient responses and updated the computer system
- Was in charge of monitoring fluid outputs, recording results, and collecting specimens for testing
- Assisted with daily living activities and coordinated and ensured a safe patient living environment
- Assisted patients with their daily needs, such as ambulation, feeding, bathing, grooming, and other hygiene requirements
- Worked with clients who had respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy, among other diagnoses
- Answered call lights and adjusted bed rails and equipment to ensure patient comfort and safety.
Patient Care Technician
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising
- Responded promptly to patient call lights to provide physical and emotional support
- Assisted with patient admission, discharge and transfer to maximize facility efficiency
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to note changes from prior measurements
- Supported nurses in daily patient care activities by taking vital signs, documenting patient observations
- Monitored and charted fluid intake and output to stay current on patient conditions.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Apostolic Christian Skylines
02.2018 - 08.2018
- Answer patient call signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs
- Clean and sanitize patient rooms, bathrooms, examination rooms, or other patient areas
- Collect specimens, such as urine, feces, or sputum
- Feed patients or assist patients to eat or drink
- Measure and record food and liquid intake or urinary and fecal output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff
- Prepare or serve food trays
- Record vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff
- Undress, wash, and dress patients who are unable to do so for themselves
- Turn or reposition bedridden patients
- Transport patients to treatment units, testing units, operating rooms, or other areas, using wheelchairs, stretchers, or moveable beds
- Provide information such as directions, visiting hours, or patient status information to visitors or callers.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Reflections Memory Care: Washington, IL
09.2016 - 03.2017
- Answer patient call signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs
- Change bed linens or make beds
- Communicate with patients to ascertain feelings or need for assistance or social and emotional support
- Document or otherwise report observations of patient behavior, complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses
- Feed patients or assist patients to eat or drink
- Observe or examine patients to detect symptoms that may require medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds, or blood in urine
- Record height or weight of patients
- Record vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff
- Undress, wash, and dress patients who are unable to do so for themselves.
Home Aide
Addus HomeCare
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Maintain records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems to report and discuss observations with supervisor or case manager
- Check patients' pulse, temperature, and respiration
- Provide patients with help moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles and with dressing and grooming
- Care for patients by changing bed linens, washing and ironing laundry, cleaning, or assisting with their personal care
- Entertain, converse with, or read aloud to patients to keep them mentally healthy and alert
- Plan, purchase, prepare, or serve meals to patients or other family members, according to prescribed diets
- Accompany clients to doctors' offices or on other trips outside the home, providing transportation, assistance, and companionship
- Perform a variety of duties as requested by client, such as obtaining household supplies or running errands.
Education
Nursing - RN - Associate of Science -
Illinois Central College - East Peoria Campus
East Peoria, IL05.2023
Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Collecting Vitals
- Intake and Discharge
- Patient Assessments
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Infection Control Measures
- EMR / EHR
- Medication Administration
- Therapeutic Communication
- Crisis Intervention
- Trauma-Informed Care
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Restraint Techniques
- HIPAA Compliance
Certification
- Registered Nurse Licensure by the State Board of Nursing in Illinois
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- American Heart Association HealthCare Provider BLS
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
Timeline
Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Carle Methodist Hospital
07.2023 - 12.2023
Travel Certified Nursing Assistant
Horizons Healthcare Agency LLC
04.2021 - 01.2022
Patient Care Technician
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
06.2019 - 01.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Apostolic Christian Skylines
02.2018 - 08.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Reflections Memory Care: Washington, IL
09.2016 - 03.2017
Home Aide
Addus HomeCare
08.2015 - 08.2016
Nursing - RN - Associate of Science -
Illinois Central College - East Peoria Campus
- Current Registered Nurse Licensure by the State Board of Nursing in Illinois
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- American Heart Association HealthCare Provider BLS
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
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