Brianna Hylton
Summary
Compassionate caregiver dedicated to delivering personalized support and care to clients managing a variety of medical conditions. Skilled in coordinating medications, doctor appointments, and daily activities to ensure optimal well-being. Known for being caring, organized, and friendly with exceptional interpersonal abilities. Reliable CRMA/PSS enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CRMA
Island Commons Resource Center
07.2023 - Current
- Audited for outdated medication and for shortage of medications or supplies.
- Managed medication in accordance with policies and procedures related to correct resident, medication, dosage, form and time.
- Administered ordered medications and treatments to assigned residents.
- Assisted with returning, destroying and ordering medications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Established hospice care services for elderly and disabled patients.
- Communicated with family, pharmacies, hospice care, discharge planners, and other professionals to complete seamless transitions.
CRMA
Coastal Shores
05.2022 - 07.2023
- Maintained accurate documentation of medications and treatments on assigned residents.
- Answered unit calls and took messages for healthcare staff to maximize team productivity.
- Adhered to healthcare facility protocols and all regulations.
- Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Unpacked, sorted, counted, and labeled all incoming medications to keep optimum inventory levels.
- Documented medication administration into electronic medical records (EMAR) to avoid duplication of medication dosages.
- Monitored medication storage area to maintain medication security and control.
Direct Care Staff
NFI North Inc.
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Maintained HIPAA compliance with patient medical records and personal health information.
MHRT-1
OHI
08.2019 - 10.2020
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Goal-oriented professional with proven success in applying analytical skills to solve complex problems and overcome challenges. Dedicated to enhancing team performance and driving business success.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Administered medications to patients as prescribed by mental health physicians.
- Collaborated with case managers to assist clients in identifying resources for mental health treatment, substance abuse programs, domestic violence services and housing assistance.
- Performed detailed follow-up patient assessments per case management plans and hospital policies.
- Supported case management, care coordination and life skills training for assigned caseload.
- Attended regularly scheduled case management and staff meetings.
- Managed schedules, accepted time off requests and found coverage for short shifts.
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
Record Analyst
Penobscot Job Corps
08.2018 - 08.2019
- Followed confidentially regulations to maintain privacy.
- Assisted with typing, data entry, and answering incoming calls as required.
- Updated records with new information.
- Sorted all paperwork and documents alphabetically and according to dates and significance.
- Provided excellent customer care by responding to inquiries and requests for information.
- Generated reports from database systems to track records.
- Assisted with record management system implementation and maintenance to streamline operations.
- Destroyed records in line with retention schedules to protect confidential information and comply with regulations.
- Developed top talent and coordinated background checks and on-boarding and exit processes.
Residential Advisor
Penobscot Job Corps
02.2017 - 08.2018
- Established consistent relationships with students to maintain professional boundaries.
- Provided supervision for cafeteria, laundry and special activities of facility.
- Maintained communication with students' counselors, instructors and staff members to promote supportive environment.
- Provided referral services and connected students with resources to facilitate access to support and meet individual needs.
- Assisted students in handling tough situations to resolve problems.
- Fostered productive and supportive environment for academic and social success.
- Conducted timely evaluation of student progress to update post-conflict and post-disaster goals aligned with campus expectations.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order and safety in residence hall.
- Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
- Guided students to integrate into both academic and social communities on campus.
- Promoted positive relations between residents and staff.
- Enforced policies and safety standards through building and room rounds.
- Conducted daily welfare checks and coordinated with facility staff to meet resident needs.
Education
GED -
Northlands Job Corps
Vergennes, VT03-2015
Skills
- Healthcare documentation
- Healthcare professional training
- Computer skills
- Team management
- Written communication
- Charting and recordkeeping
- Electronic charting skills
- Flow sheet charting
- Clinical charting
- Bedside charting
- Charting medication administration
- Team leadership skills
Certification
CRMA - Certified Residential Medication Aide - Since 2019 Recertified every two years
PSS - Personal Support Specialist - Since 2024
CPR/First Aide- Since 2017 Recertified every two years.
Timeline
CRMA
Island Commons Resource Center
07.2023 - Current
CRMA
Coastal Shores
05.2022 - 07.2023
Direct Care Staff
NFI North Inc.
10.2020 - 04.2021
MHRT-1
OHI
08.2019 - 10.2020
Record Analyst
Penobscot Job Corps
08.2018 - 08.2019
Residential Advisor
Penobscot Job Corps
02.2017 - 08.2018
GED -
Northlands Job Corps
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