Brittany Clouse
Pekin,IL
Summary
Registered Nurse with experience at Carle Hospital, excelling in medication administration and critical care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through compassionate care and effective communication. Skilled in developing individualized care plans and responding to emergencies, ensuring optimal patient safety and satisfaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Carle Hospital
Peoria, IL
08.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, health maintenance, and disease prevention strategies.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and evaluate care effectiveness.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation in compliance with hospital policies and regulations.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Healthcare Technician
Carle Hospital
Peoria, IL
09.2022 - 08.2024
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted in routine medical procedures under supervision of healthcare professionals.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas and equipment.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Assessed mental health patients with daily activities
- Provided a safe space for patients to share their stories and struggles
Patient Care Technician
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
Peoria, IL
09.2019 - 08.2022
- Assisted with patient monitoring and vital signs collection to ensure accurate health assessments.
- Provided support in daily living activities, enhancing patient comfort and well-being.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas to promote safety and hygiene standards.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to communicate patient needs and changes in condition effectively.
- Documented patient care activities and observations accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed each patient''s unique needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Methodist College of Nursing
Peoria, IL05.2024
Skills
- Medication administration
- IV insertion
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Critical care
- Emergency response
Certification
- ACLS
- BLS
- TNCC
- PALS
- NRP
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Carle Hospital
08.2024 - Current
Healthcare Technician
Carle Hospital
09.2022 - 08.2024
Patient Care Technician
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
09.2019 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Methodist College of Nursing