Brittany Garlisch
Forest City,IL
Summary
Compassionate and adaptable CNA with extensive experience at Pekin Hospital, excelling in patient care and vital signs monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathy, while upholding HIPAA compliance and infection control procedures. Committed to delivering individualized care and fostering a positive healing environment.
Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education.
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
The Lodge at Manito
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
RCA/PSE Clerk
USPS, United States Postal Service
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Maintained accurate records of mail volume processed, ensuring streamlined operations and timely delivery.
- Streamlined workflow by keeping a clean work environment free from hazards and following safety protocols at all times.
- Facilitated timely delivery of packages by ensuring proper labeling and placement within designated sorting bins according to postal codes.
Licensed Cosmetologist
SportClips Haircuts
02.2017 - 01.2019
- Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
- Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
- Built a loyal clientele base through exceptional customer service and personalized care.
CNA
Pekin Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
No Degree - Radiology Assistant
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL12-2025
No Degree - Licensed Cosmetologist
Oehrlein School of Cosmetology
East Peoria, IL01-2017
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL08-2012
High School Diploma -
Midwest Central High School
Manito, IL05-2012
Skills
- Patient care
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Compassion and empathy
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Basic life support
- Conflict resolution
- Medical terminology
- Healthcare ethics
- Medical office administration
- Care plan implementation
- Infection control procedures
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- Licensed Cosmetologist
Timeline
CNA
The Lodge at Manito
10.2023 - 12.2024
RCA/PSE Clerk
USPS, United States Postal Service
01.2019 - 12.2021
Licensed Cosmetologist
SportClips Haircuts
02.2017 - 01.2019
CNA
Pekin Hospital
01.2013 - 01.2016
No Degree - Radiology Assistant
Illinois Central College
No Degree - Licensed Cosmetologist
Oehrlein School of Cosmetology
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
Illinois Central College
High School Diploma -
Midwest Central High School