Brianna Barnhill
Schenectady,NY
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with extensive direct patient care experience and administrative support. Skilled in communication, organization, and critical thinking, thriving in fast-paced environments. Currently pursuing a nursing degree, dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant/Receptionist
Schenectady Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation
01.2014 - 01.2024
- Provided compassionate direct patient care and assisted residents with activities of daily living, monitored and reported changes in patient condition, maintained accurate documentation, and supported interdisciplinary healthcare teams in fast-paced long-term care environment.
- Supported residents in performing daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and eating, in a compassionate manner.
- Observed vital signs and communicated any significant changes to nursing staff immediately for timely intervention.
- Regularly cleaned and organized resident rooms and shared spaces to enhance comfort and hygiene for all residents.
Peer Counselor/Coordinator
Cornell Cooperative Extension
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Assisted peers by providing emotional support in challenging situations.
- Facilitated group discussions to promote healthy communication among participants.
- Counseled clients, maintained accurate records, answered inquiries, facilitated group sessions, and coordinated community outreach and recruitment events to enhance community engagement.
- Developed educational materials on mental health awareness and resources.
Unit Clerk/Secretary
Baptist Health Nursing & Rehabilitation
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Managed phone calls, organized patient admission paperwork, filed medical records, and greeted visitors to ensure smooth patient flow.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Coordinated communication between nursing staff and patients' families.
- Scheduled appointments and maintained calendars for healthcare providers.
Education
Nursing Program -
Mildred Elley College
Albany, NY01-2027
Coursework -
Bryant & Stratton College
Albany, NY01-2016
High School Diploma -
Schenectady High School
Schenectady, NY08-2010
Skills
- Patient Care
- Documentation Management
- Medical Records
- Client Support
- Peer Advocacy
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Adaptability
- Communication Management
- Emotional support
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- Phlebotomy Technician
- CPR/BLS Certified
Timeline
Unit Clerk/Secretary
Baptist Health Nursing & Rehabilitation
01.2016 - 06.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant/Receptionist
Schenectady Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation
01.2014 - 01.2024
Peer Counselor/Coordinator
Cornell Cooperative Extension
01.2013 - 01.2014
Nursing Program -
Mildred Elley College
Coursework -
Bryant & Stratton College
High School Diploma -
Schenectady High School