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Brittany Hammons / Bracken

Clovis NM

Summary

Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with extensive experience in Home Health Care and Long Term Care skilled in assisting with daily living activities, patient care and vital sign monitoring. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort, safety through effective transfer techniques, and empathetic communication, with emotional support. A reliable, and caring team player dedicated to promoting dignity, and independence in patients while adhering to HIPAA compliance. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

Coronado Nursing Center
12.2023 - 06.2025
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Helping assist residents with transferring the correct way. (two-person, gait belt, Hoyer, or just assist)
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Assisted nurse's with wound care, and blood draws.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails, and equipment; while reporting changes in patient care.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
  • Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
  • Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
  • Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions for patients from hospital to home care, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Supported needs of [Number]+ residents under long-term care.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.

Assistant Manager

Allsups Convience Store
06.2023 - 11.2023
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Helped clean store to maintain cleanliness, with doing side jobs, and stocking shelves.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Had worked all shift's knowing how to do the beginning day shift, mid shift, end of day paperwork.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Had to work open day shift by myself. and doing paperwork, submitting on time; while still maintaining the register, and cashing people out with a friendly atmosphere.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
  • Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
  • Helped schedule staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
  • Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
  • Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
  • Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues.
  • Oversaw daily operations to maintain store cleanliness and organization.
  • Coached new employees, ensuring smooth onboarding process and quicker adaptation to their roles.
  • Engaged with customers to gather feedback, using insights to improve service and product offerings.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly.
  • Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring safe environment for both staff and customers.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.

Assistant Manager

Allsups Convience Store
09.2020 - 06.2023
  • Had helped schedule staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations by conducting regular inspections of equipment/operations within the store.
  • Collaborated with management team to set sales targets and strategies, achieving consistent sales growth.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to employees.
  • Facilitated team-building activities, enhancing team cohesion and morale.
  • Coordinated with vendors for timely inventory replenishment, ensuring product availability.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Had helped the store maintain cleanliness while doing side jobs, and stocking shelves.
  • Helped dispute any incidents the had escalated with customers or employees.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
  • Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
  • Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues.
  • Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
  • Oversaw daily operations to maintain store cleanliness and organization.
  • Had kept a clean food food case, while keeping it stocked and maintained appropriately.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Engaged with customers to gather feedback, using insights to improve service satisfaction, and product offerings.
  • Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring safe environment for both staff and customers.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.

Home Health Aide

Interim Home Health Care
06.2018 - 01.2019
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Promptly responded to emergency situations such as falls or medical crises providing immediate care and contacting appropriate personnel when necessary.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, promoting a positive atmosphere conducive to healing.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans, addressing specific needs and goals of each patient.
  • Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques in order to provide seamless continuity of care between shifts or visits.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
  • Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
  • Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
  • Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
  • Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.

Person Care Assistant/ Activities Aide

Heartland Continuing Care Center
08.2017 - 05.2018
  • Maintained clean and organized living spaces for patients, ensuring a comfortable and sanitary environment conducive to healing.
  • Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
  • Managed time effectively while balancing multiple tasks simultaneously, ensuring all aspects of patient care were addressed promptly.
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
  • Contributed to a positive patient experience by engaging in conversation and recreational activities, fostering a sense of companionship.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Had changed the linen in residents rooms regularly to help maintain a healthy, and clean atmosphere for sleeping, or relaxing.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Assisted keeping track of physical, and mental activities to keep the residents in an upbeat, and positive mood,
  • Helped in the beauty shop, the ladies got more confidence

knowing they are being pampered.

  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Provided one-on-one support for patients with limited mobility or cognitive function, ensuring their inclusion in daily activities.
  • Assisted in organizing some special events and outings for residents, promoting mental engagement and physical activity.
  • Promoted physical fitness among residents through guided exercise classes tailored to various ability levels, improving overall health and mobility.
  • Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
  • Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
  • Assisted with physical therapy exercises to help residents regain strength and mobility.
  • Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
  • Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
  • Developed and monitored safety policies and procedures to facilitate safety of participants.
  • Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to residents.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted in the dining room serving meals; and helping assist residents in feeding.

Home Health Aide

El Mirador
11.2017 - 04.2018
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Developed individual care plans for clients based on specific needs.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
  • Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
  • Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation according to dietary restrictions, meeting nutritional needs while adhering to personal preferences.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Adapted to ever-changing patient needs, consistently adjusting care plans and strategies in order to provide the highest quality of personalized assistance.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers through frequent repositioning and regular skin assessments, maintaining patient comfort while reducing complications.
  • Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques in order to provide seamless continuity of care between shifts or visits.
  • Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
  • Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.

Assistant Manager

Taco Bell
05.2016 - 11.2017
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
  • Implemented staff training programs, enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills.
  • Implemented staff training programs to elevate service standards and knowledge.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Cultivated positive report with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations by conducting regular inspections of equipment/operations within the store.
  • Collaborated with management team to set sales targets and strategies, achieving consistent sales growth.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Opened and closed the store, knowing all shifts run ensuring success; if a problem ever arrived.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
  • Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
  • Oversaw daily operations to maintain store cleanliness and organization.
  • Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring safe environment for both staff and customers.
  • Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Helped maintain a clean restaurant ensuring all side jobs were delegated in a fair way; while still maintaining all orders were done in a timely manner.

Cashier

Burger King
05.2015 - 04.2016
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
  • Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring all transactions balanced at end of day.
  • Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Did Drive-thru by myself; (taking orders, cashing out, expedited orders and handed out).
  • Cooked and prepped food for later on, or the next day; put away truck using First In First Out.
  • Assisted in the food line making sandwiches in a fast paced but efficient way.

Cashier

Burger King
10.2012 - 02.2015
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Mentored new employees on cashier duties and best practices, improving overall staff performance.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
  • Exceeded productivity goals through consistent attention to detail and organization during busy shifts.
  • Promoted store promotions and incentive programs to increase overall sales revenue.
  • Contributed to clean and safe shopping environment, performed regular sanitation of checkout area.
  • Boosted team efficiency, shared best practices in cash handling and customer interaction.
  • Strengthened team morale and cooperation by assisting coworkers during peak hours.
  • Knew many roles, Opening-Mid-Closing shift while also know all spots; front cashier, fast paced in the kitchen, expediting, and full drive through.
  • Fostered positive customer relations by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly.
  • Facilitated positive shopping experience, greeted customers warmly upon entry.
  • Ensured accuracy in financial transactions, reconciled cash with receipts daily.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store policies and procedures, ensuring compliance in all transactions.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
  • Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
  • Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Managed cash drawer accurately, ensuring all transactions balanced at end of day.
  • Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
  • Responded promptly to requests for assistance, spills and customer inquiries.

Education

Certificate of Completion - Heath Care Assistant

Clovis Community College
Clovis, NM
05-2021

GED -

Clovis Community College
Clovis, NM
05-2018

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Reliable team player
  • Direct patient care
  • Compassionate
  • Feeding assistance
  • Transfer techniques
  • Adaptable
  • Basic life support
  • Safety precautions
  • Geriatric care

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • Basic Life Support

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Coronado Nursing Center
12.2023 - 06.2025

Assistant Manager

Allsups Convience Store
06.2023 - 11.2023

Assistant Manager

Allsups Convience Store
09.2020 - 06.2023

Home Health Aide

Interim Home Health Care
06.2018 - 01.2019

Home Health Aide

El Mirador
11.2017 - 04.2018

Person Care Assistant/ Activities Aide

Heartland Continuing Care Center
08.2017 - 05.2018

Assistant Manager

Taco Bell
05.2016 - 11.2017

Cashier

Burger King
05.2015 - 04.2016

Cashier

Burger King
10.2012 - 02.2015

Certificate of Completion - Heath Care Assistant

Clovis Community College

GED -

Clovis Community College