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Brittany De Puente

Brittany De Puente

Princeton,FL

Summary

Caring and compassionate Student Nurse well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals, and medical terminology. Responds to emergencies with grace and calm mentality. Demonstrated success in delivering superior care to multiple patients, balanced with high-volume task load.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nursing Student

Fortis College
10.2023 - Current
  • Registered Nursing student who has successfully completed Health assessment, Foundations, Fundamentals of Nutrition, Pharmacology, Medical Surgical and Maternity. My expected graduation date is June, 2025.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.


Certified Dental Assistant

White and Johnson Pediatric Dental Assistant
10.2018 - 09.2022
  • Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
  • Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay, and areas needing treatment.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
  • Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.

Home Health Aide

State of NC and FL
08.2014 - 04.2020

This job was specifically taking care of my special needs son. Being born with 80% of his brain missing, he was a full-care child. I attended Dental Assistant school while fully taking care of him.

  • Provided routine care for g-tube, including site cleaning, tube cleaning and securement, and administration of enteral feedings.
  • Administered oxygen and oxygen therapy
  • Set up and managed ventilator and respiratory equipment
  • Monitored health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Delivered top-notch care for a child with severe congenital, developmental disabilities.
  • Trained new nurse aides and on best practices for home health care needed to keep my son safe and healthy.
  • Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
  • Improved patient comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
  • Constructed cognitively stimulating activities appropriate for his need.


Physical Therapist Technician

TLC Rehab
12.2012 - 08.2014


  • Taught patients how to live within limits of capabilities and celebrated successes.
  • Adapted therapy sessions and exercises according to patient progress and limitations.
  • Communicated pertinent results, progress, or challenges to target and restore mobility for patients.
  • Executed interventions of modalities or exercise as directed by therapist or assistant.
  • Monitored patient's safety and response to exercise intensity to discuss with therapist or assistant.
  • Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
  • Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
  • Performed therapeutic massage, hot-cold packs placement, or electrical stimulation under direction of physical therapist.
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Prepared for sessions by setting up patient treatment areas and equipment.
  • Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.

Dental Assistant

New Tampa Endodontics
11.2011 - 12.2013


  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.

Education

Associate of Science - Registered Nursing

Fortis College
Cutler Bay, FL
06-2025

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assisting

Miller Motte College
Wilmington, NC
12-2018

High School Diploma -

Richlands High School
Richlands, NC
07-2006

Skills

  • Home health care
  • End-of-life care
  • First aid and CPR
  • Phlebotomy
  • Pediatric care
  • Medication and dosage
  • G-tube care
  • Vital sign assessment
  • Wound management

Timeline

Registered Nursing Student

Fortis College
10.2023 - Current

Certified Dental Assistant

White and Johnson Pediatric Dental Assistant
10.2018 - 09.2022

Home Health Aide

State of NC and FL
08.2014 - 04.2020

Physical Therapist Technician

TLC Rehab
12.2012 - 08.2014

Dental Assistant

New Tampa Endodontics
11.2011 - 12.2013

Associate of Science - Registered Nursing

Fortis College

Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assisting

Miller Motte College

High School Diploma -

Richlands High School
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