Brittany Elliott
Roxie ,MS
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lpn Floor Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care And Dialysis
Natchez, MS
06.2021 - Current
- Administered medications as ordered by a physician before and and or after dialysis treatments.
- Provided emotional support for patients dealing with chronic illness or end-stage renal disease.
- Evaluated access sites for infection or other complications prior to initiating treatment.
- Identified and reported any adverse reactions or changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse.
- Performed daily maintenance on dialysis machines, such as cleaning and sterilization.
- Instructed patients on proper diet, medications, and other lifestyle modifications related to their renal failure.
- Restocked supplies needed for dialysis procedures in an organized manner.
- Monitored patient's vital signs during dialysis treatments, adjusting the rate of fluid removal as necessary.
- Performed patient assessments prior to dialysis treatments, including vital signs and weight checks.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment in compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Cannulate patient with needle to hook patient to the machine, and monitor patient
- Transported patients to and from rooms and prepared for treatments according to individual specifications.
- Assisted patients in understanding the dialysis process and answering their questions.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines to provide patient care.
- Primed dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions and followed formula directions when preparing dialysate.
- Conducted pre- and post-treatment assessments of patients, including vital sign monitoring.
- Responded to and managed emergency situations during dialysis treatments.
Lpn
Wilkinson County Senior Care
Centerville, MS
09.2020 - 05.2021
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times such as end-of-life decisions or family disputes over treatment options.
- Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop appropriate treatment plans for wounds according to medical protocols.
- Instructed nursing staff on proper documentation related to wound care treatments.
CNA
Meadville Convalescent home
Meadville , MS
12.2014 - 11.2019
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
CNA
At Home Care Group
Natchez , MS
08.2016 - 07.2017
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Practical Nursing
Cental Louisianna Community College
Ferriday05-2020
Associate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Copiah Lincoln Community College
Natchez05-2012
GED -
Copiah Lincoln Community College
Natchez, MS07-2009
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Patient mobility assistance
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Dialysis machine operation
- Vital sign monitoring
- Nursing ethics
- Caregiving skills
- Patient assessments
- Emergency response
- Patient safety
- Nursing care
- Charting and documenting
Certification
- Lpn Certification
- CNA
- Cpr
- BLS
Timeline
Lpn Floor Nurse
Fresenius Medical Care And Dialysis
06.2021 - Current
Lpn
Wilkinson County Senior Care
09.2020 - 05.2021
CNA
At Home Care Group
08.2016 - 07.2017
CNA
Meadville Convalescent home
12.2014 - 11.2019
- Lpn Certification
- CNA
- Cpr
- BLS
Certificate of Technical Studies - Practical Nursing
Cental Louisianna Community College
Associate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Copiah Lincoln Community College
GED -
Copiah Lincoln Community College
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