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Brittany Hendrix

Wichita Falls,TX

Summary

As an aspiring graduate nurse, I bring hands-on experience gained from a comprehensive nurse apprentice program and clinical rotations in med-surg, critical care, resource, and the emergency department. With a strong commitment to delivering high-quality care, I excel in fast-paced environments, showcasing time management, multitasking abilities, and a proactive approach to handling critical situations. Eager to leverage my skills and knowledge as a graduate nurse, I am dedicated to contributing positively to patient outcomes and team efficiency.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse Apprentice

United Regional Health Care Systems
06.2023 - Current
  • The Nurse Apprentice plans and delivers selected aspects of nursing care under the direct supervision of an LVN or Registered Nurse Preceptor/Clinical Instructor
  • Perform any technical skill which has been taught in their nursing program, after the skill has been accurately demonstrated to the Preceptor or Clinical Educator
  • Provide personal or hygiene care, assisting with activity, and transporting patients
  • Ensure that proper equipment and supplies are used for tasks to be performed and that no wasting of supplies takes place
  • Reports broken equipment or unsafe conditions in assigned area, assists with stocking and cleaning supply areas and nutrition stations
  • Perform all procedures and conducts self according to hospital and safety policies and procedures
  • Answer patient call-lights quickly, assist in admission, transfer, and discharge of patients, observe patient condition and report immediately, any untoward signs symptoms, assist other team members with completion of duties and seek assistance when needed, assist with collection and transport of lab specimens and retrieve blood/blood products from lab and supplies/equipment from CS
  • Perform technical skills for which competence may be verified through educational “checkoffs” or United Regional’s precepted orientation programs, including : EKG: 12 Lead & remote monitors, insertion of Foley catheter – care & specimens, ostomy care, surgical preps, and NG Tube insertion/removal
  • Assist with unit specific routine patient care protocols, BBG monitoring, peripheral venipuncture, IV starts, discontinuation of peripheral IVs, actively shadow and learn organizational and medicolegal aspects of accepting patients, transferring patients, managing death, etc
  • Administer medications under the direct supervision of preceptor or clinical instructor
  • Document the administration in the electronic medical record and obtain a co-signature by their preceptor or clinical instructor.

Trauma & Acute Care Surgery Administrative Assistant

United Regional Health Care Systems
07.2020 - 06.2023
  • Daily review of reports to capture and apply Trauma charges
  • Attend daily rounds with ACST Surgeon and Nurse Practitioner to stay up to date on the patients with the service
  • Schedule follow up appointments for patients in ACST clinic
  • Answer patient phone calls and screen medical questions
  • Call patients weekly about their appointment to remind them, or review their symptoms and perform health questions over the phone
  • Send outpatient referrals to partner Surgeons in the area
  • Assist Trauma Surgeons with administrative tasks
  • Schedule, attend and scribe monthly meetings for Environment of Care, Emergency Management, and Trauma Performance Improvement groups
  • Assist Director with Trauma Certification classes
  • Attent ACST Clinic - duties are to bring patients back to the room and get vital signs, and assist nurses and doctors
  • Order supplies for department.

Sports and Tourism Coordinator

City of Wichita Falls
01.2019 - 07.2020
  • Create proposals and bid on events
  • Track data and ROI
  • Attend events as a representative of the City of Wichita Falls
  • Coordinate with event planners and plan independent events
  • Market the city on social media platforms
  • Coordinate with local hoteliers and send out RFPs for bids
  • Research events and industry trends.

HR Administrative

City of Wichita Falls
  • Answer phone and direct calls, greet visitors and attend to reason for visit
  • Begin process for signing in new employees, and making employee badge
  • Set up and assist in employee training and orientation
  • Logging and tracking of various data for the Human Resources Department
  • Proficient use of Excel, PeopleAdmin, Laserfiche, Banner, Munis, LMS and other programs
  • Assisting and directing employees with Executime and payroll issues
  • Scanning and filing all Human Resources documents for all city employees
  • Set up interviews and testing for candidates, as well as assist in Civil Service recruitment
  • Making arrangements for travel for employees, as well as candidates interviewing for positions
  • Collaborate and plan with department directors for Employee of the Month award and ceremony at city council
  • Run Employee Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Pay bills in Munis
  • Order supplies for the office
  • Trouble shoot and assist employees in ESS.

Senior Recruiter

Spherion Staffing Agency
03.2017 - 12.2018
  • Set appointments with candidates, assist them with registration, and perform initial pre-screen interviews
  • Assist with making resumes, and set up interviews with companies for candidates, interview coaching, and safety training
  • Daily marketing and posts for openings on sites such as Facebook, Monster, Careerbuilder and Indeed
  • Set up job fairs to bring in more candidates
  • Connect with clients and receive job orders to fill, find the ideal match for their positions
  • Manage the Spherion Wichita Falls Facebook page
  • Recruit for manufacturing companies in Wichita Falls, as well as clerical and customer service positions
  • Make official job offers
  • Complete in-house drug screens, safety orientation and training, back ground checks, complete I9 verification with DHS and on boarding process for new hires, set up direct deposit and go over employee benefit program
  • If applicable, forklift certification training is completed
  • Once hiring process has been completed, all paperwork is scanned and attached to file, screening is logged and documented
  • Reach out to prospective clients to increase sales activity and marketing
  • Assist with payroll and workers comp claims
  • Keep track of client rosters; utilize Microsoft office, Excel, and client specific sites
  • Visit client sights for work sight surveys and build relationship with client.

Care Provider

Itty Bitty Child Care
03.2016 - 03.2017
  • Provide care to children
  • Teach curriculums
  • Create positive relationship with children as well as parents
  • Research and implement child development activities.

Server/Bartender

Rafter J
10.2012 - 03.2016
  • Greet customers and offer excellent customer service
  • Take orders, handle money, and maintain clean work area
  • Create positive relationship with customers and ensure satisfaction
  • Manage wait staff as shift lead and count down drawers/close at the end of shift.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing -

Vernon College
05.2024

Diploma -

Iowa Park High School
05.2009

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Critical Thinking
  • Patient Care
  • Clinical Judgment
  • Team Collaboration
  • Nursing Assessments
  • Attention to Detail
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Compassionate communication

Affiliations

  • Leadership Wichita Falls Class of 2020
  • Student Nurse Association

Clinical Experience

Participating in the Nurse Apprentice Program has allowed me to accumulate 1872 clinical hours, a significant increase from the typical 464 hours allocated for our senior year. This program has enriched my knowledge and skills across various med-surg floors, honing my abilities in time management and prioritization. Additionally, my role in resource has broadened my exposure to critical care areas, enhancing my adaptability across departments. Currently in the emergency department, I am refining my critical thinking and decision-making capabilities, thriving in a high-pressure environment.

Timeline

Nurse Apprentice

United Regional Health Care Systems
06.2023 - Current

Trauma & Acute Care Surgery Administrative Assistant

United Regional Health Care Systems
07.2020 - 06.2023

Sports and Tourism Coordinator

City of Wichita Falls
01.2019 - 07.2020

Senior Recruiter

Spherion Staffing Agency
03.2017 - 12.2018

Care Provider

Itty Bitty Child Care
03.2016 - 03.2017

Server/Bartender

Rafter J
10.2012 - 03.2016

HR Administrative

City of Wichita Falls

Associate Degree in Nursing -

Vernon College

Diploma -

Iowa Park High School

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