Briana Galan
Antioch,IL
Summary
Compassionate and motivated PCT and current nursing student at the College of Lake County with hands-on patient care experience in hospital and clinical settings. Skilled in assisting with activities of daily living, obtaining vital signs, supporting patient comfort and safety, and working collaboratively with nurses and the healthcare team. Eager to expand clinical knowledge and contribute to high-quality, patient-centered care as a Nurse Extern.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Student
Advocate Condell Medical Center
Libertyville, IL
- Completed clinical experience on a medical-surgical/orthotrauma unit as a nursing student
- Assisted in providing supervised patient care for individuals with acute medical and orthopedic conditions
- Supported patients with activities of daily living, mobility, comfort, and safety needs
- Obtained vital signs and reported abnormal findings to the nursing team/instructor
- Observed and participated in patient assessments, nursing interventions, and plan of care discussions
- Collaborated with nurses and other healthcare team members to promote quality patient care
Patient Care Technician
Advocate Condell Medical Center
Libertyville, IL
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff in daily patient care routines and activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Supported patient mobility through safe transfer techniques and equipment usage.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas, ensuring safety standards.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
Education
Nursing - ADN in progress - Nursing
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL12-2026
Nurse Assisting - undefined
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL07-2024
Nursing - undefined
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI01-2024
High School Diploma - undefined
Antioch, IL05-2020
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Time management
- Patient-focused care
- Team collaboration
- Vital signs monitoring
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant (July 2024)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) For Healthcare Providers - American Heart Association (March 2026)
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Advocate Condell Medical Center
10.2024 - Current
Nurse Assisting - undefined
College of Lake County
Nursing - undefined
University of Wisconsin Milwaukee
High School Diploma - undefined
Nursing Student
Advocate Condell Medical Center
Nursing - ADN in progress - Nursing
College of Lake County