BRITTANY DRAKEFORD
Grayson,GA
Summary
Selfless and compassionate professional with 7+ years of military service and 5+ years of nursing experience, providing quality care to medical/surgical and incarcerated patients. Focused on giving each patient optimal care with dignity and personalized support. Aims to expand her experience and knowledge to effectively provide quality nursing care to our patients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Behavioral Health Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
Kennesaw, GA
11.2024 - Current
- Documented assessments, interventions, evaluations and progress toward outcomes in pediatric patient records.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Assessed suicide risk factors among patients and created safety plans as needed.
Correctional Nurse
Accountable Healthcare
Arlington, VA
06.2024 - 11.2024
- Provided nursing care to inmates with acute and chronic illnesses including diabetes, hypertension, HIV and AIDS, mental health disorders.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Identified issues related to mental health conditions and recommended specific therapies for patients.
- Assessed prisoners suffering injuries through falls, stabbings or other means and stabilized each prior to transport to nearest medical facility.
Correctional Nurse
Accountable Healthcare
Camden, SC
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Assessed and monitored inmates' physical, psychological, and medical health conditions.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and documented medication administration in accordance with policy.
- Evaluated inmates for suicidal ideation or other mental health concerns; referred to appropriate healthcare professionals when indicated.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered in compliance with facility policies and procedures.
- Provided guidance and support to correctional officers regarding basic healthcare issues concerning inmates.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving inmate injuries or illness.
Correctional Nurse
Wellpath
Sparta, GA
04.2022 - 11.2023
- Monitored patient progress and responded to medical emergencies
- Ensured implementation of proper safety procedures
- Noted signs of illness or injury and provided updates to physicians
- Coordinated care efforts with officials at correctional facilities
- Updated medical histories of each patient
- Identified and resolved patient care issues
- Monitored medical supplies and ensured medications were secured properly.
Winn Army Community Hospital
Fort Stewart
GA, August 2020
04.2022 - 04.2022
- Conducted direct patient care in a 12-bed Intermediate Care Ward/ COVID ward in a DoD medical facility
- Conducted initial admissions assessments
- Collaborated with over 20 healthcare professionals in a multidisciplinary approach, caring and treating patients during admission and throughout their discharge
- Supported quality and performance improvement initiatives; ensured compliance with patient and workplace safety standards
- Supervised and trained soldiers; advised on professional career growth.
Brian D. Allgood Community Hospital
Camp Humphreys
Korea, July 2019
08.2020 - 08.2020
- Conducted initial admissions, assessments, and care of patients on a 20-bed Medical Telemetry floor
- Obtained vital signs, and collected lab work as indicated
- Assisted with patient and family teaching during admission, hospital stay and upon discharge
- Initiated intravenous lines, administered medications, operated patient monitors
- Able to recognize changes in patient’s conditions, reports to charge nurse, and facilitates nutritional needs of patients.
8th Theater Sustainment Command
Fort Shafter
HI, February 2015
07.2018 - 07.2018
- Receive, inspect, load, segregate, and deliver installation supplies and equipment
- Accountable for the maintenance and readiness of equipment assigned to the unit
- Maintained 300+ stock records with inventory, accounting and resupply details
- Overseen accountability of excess of sensitive equipment and logistical supplies annually.
Education
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Diploma -
AMEDD Practical Nurse Course
Joint Base San Antonio, TX07.2019
Associates of Health Science in Medical Administration -
Ultimate Medical Academy
Online01.2017
Skills
- Charting and recording
- Emergency care
- Checking and monitoring vital signs
- Patient/family education
- Patient safety
- Essentris, CHCS, AHLTA proficient
- Critical thinking/problem solving
- Time management
- Substance abuse treatment
- Compassionate Care
- Lab specimen processing
- Diabetic Care
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (CMAA)
- Combat Lifesaver Certificate
- EKG Training
- ACLS
- PALS
References
- 1LT Ethan Fournier, (281) 253-7963, Ethan4nier@gmail.com, U.S Army, Registered Nurse, ICW Charge Nurse, Winn Army Community Hospital
- SGT Sara Dulmaine, (703) 868-5344, saradulmaine@gmail.com, U.S Army, Licensed Practical Nurse, ICW NCOIC, Winn Army Community Hospital
- CPL Vanessa Dunn, (786) 332-0920, vanessaddunn@gmail.com, U.S Army, Licensed Practical Nurse, ICW, Winn Army Community Hospital
- Mrs. Rhodora Tria, (912) 977-6052, dandestria@yahoo.com, U.S Army, Registered Nurse, ICW, Winn Army Community Hospital
Timeline
Pediatric Behavioral Health Nurse
Maxim Healthcare
11.2024 - Current
Correctional Nurse
Accountable Healthcare
06.2024 - 11.2024
Correctional Nurse
Accountable Healthcare
11.2023 - 05.2024
Correctional Nurse
Wellpath
04.2022 - 11.2023
Winn Army Community Hospital
Fort Stewart
04.2022 - 04.2022
Brian D. Allgood Community Hospital
Camp Humphreys
08.2020 - 08.2020
8th Theater Sustainment Command
Fort Shafter
07.2018 - 07.2018
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Diploma -
AMEDD Practical Nurse Course
Associates of Health Science in Medical Administration -
Ultimate Medical Academy