Brittany Churnovic, BSN RN
Minooka,IL
Summary
I’m a vivacious registered nurse with a passion for continuous learning in all aspects of life. I value both personal and professional growth and demonstrate resilience and adaptability in diverse environments. I acquired years of experience working on a med surg floor specializing in pulmonary conditions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE
Edwards Hospital- Pulmonary Medicine 32 Beds,1:6 Ratio
08.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately.
- Managed multiple tasks while providing timely, high quality patient care such as administering medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and hospital policies.
- Acted as resource for patients and families to address concerns and questions while providing emotional support.
- Implemented infection control procedures to protect patients and staff.
- Delgation of tasks when appropriate and follow up.
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
Edwards Hospital- Pulmonary Medicine
11.2022 - 08.2024
- Performed hourly rounds and responded promptly to call lights.
- Monitored vital signs and blood glucose levels on 8-12 patients per night while recognizing signs of patient distress and informing nursing staff in a timely manner.
- Inspected equipment to ensure proper functioning prior to use.
- Supported patient comfort, adjusting bed settings, changing sheets, and repositioning to prevent bedsores.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
PRIVATE NANNY
Private Employer
04.2013 - 04.2018
- Adapted quickly to changing environments and demonstrated flexibility when dealing with unexpected situations.
- Tended to general needs of children while supervising and enforcing safety in day to day activities.
- Engaged children in age appropriate activities, encouraging intellectual and motor skill development.
- Collaborated with parents to establish effective communication regarding children's progress and needs.
RECEPTIONIST
Allergy & Asthma Associates
06.2010 - 06.2012
- Organized and filed important documents in filing cabinets as well as in online programs.
- Facilitated communication between patients, doctors, and other medical staff.
- Answered phones professionally in accordance with organizational protocols.
- Supported office efficiency by performing clerical tasks such as data entry, photocopying, scanning, and faxing documents.
Education
Completion of Nurse Residency Program -
Edward Hospital
RN, BSN -
University of St. Francis
Joliet, IL05.2024
Skills
- Compassionate engagement
- Collaborative teamwork
- Oxygen therapy
- Active listening
- Non-pharmacological interventions
- Airway suctioning
- Sterile technique
- Documentation
- Time management
- Blood transfusions
- Catheterization
- Wound care
- IV therapy
- Patient education
- Pain management
- Specimen handling
- Medication administration
- Enteral nutrition
Certification
BLS & ALS, American Heart Association
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE
Edwards Hospital- Pulmonary Medicine 32 Beds,1:6 Ratio
08.2024 - Current
PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
Edwards Hospital- Pulmonary Medicine
11.2022 - 08.2024
PRIVATE NANNY
Private Employer
04.2013 - 04.2018
RECEPTIONIST
Allergy & Asthma Associates
06.2010 - 06.2012
Completion of Nurse Residency Program -
Edward Hospital
RN, BSN -
University of St. Francis