Brittany Pena
Victoria,TX
Summary
Organized and compassionate ADN Nursing Student commended for hard work and academic achievement. Skilled in patient screening, care plan implementation and interdisciplinary collaboration. Experienced outside and within the healthcare setting in supportive roles and ready to expand on knowledge base through practical experience.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Nurse Extern
Citizens Medical Center Emergency Department
06.2023 - Current
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
- Maintained comfort and safety of each patient through careful monitoring and knowledge application.
- Attended medical procedures to increase nursing expertise and advance training.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene requirements and monitored conditions to update nursing staff.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
- Helped with care implementation for assigned caseload of patients.
- Transported patients between unit rooms and scanning locations for diverse procedures.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data.
- Observed patient behavior and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Administered CPR to patients in cardiac arrest following American Heart Association Standards.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Licensed Paramedic
Victoria Fire Department
10.2021 - Current
- Adhered to established medical protocols and procedures, as well as legal guidelines and health and safety standards.
- Attended to injuries or sudden illnesses by applying variety of simple and advanced pre-hospital medical interventions.
- Maintained required documentation on drugs used during shift.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Evaluated patient condition on scene and perform preliminary diagnosis.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
Emergency Department Technician
DeTar Hospital Navarro
12.2020 - 10.2021
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Establish IV Access and perform blood draw.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Assisted doctors with examinations of patients by taking vital signs and drawing blood.
- Administered first aid treatment and life support to care for sick or injured individuals.
- Monitored patients' comfort and safety during examinations and tests to alert physicians of abnormalities and changes in patient response.
- Applied orthopedic devices like traction and OCL splints.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Liaised between nurses, physicians, patients and visitors.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Assisted in preparation and maintenance of patient charts, documenting all care given.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
Licensed Paramedic/ Crew Leader
Calhoun County EMS
10.2014 - 12.2020
- Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
- Discussed daily work requirements with crew and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of work.
- Communicated effectively with upper management, team members, and customers to keep everyone informed.
- Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
- Adhered to established medical protocols and procedures, as well as legal guidelines and health and safety standards.
- Attended to injuries or sudden illnesses by applying variety of simple and advanced pre-hospital medical interventions.
- Maintained required documentation on drugs used during shift.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Evaluated patient condition on scene and perform preliminary diagnosis.
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Administered continuous 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring to record heart rhythms in patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Administered fluid replacement via IV, IO, and IM to replace fluid volumes and correct electrolyte imbalances.
- Performed intubations to secure airway in patients under respiratory and cardiac arrest.
- Dispensed medications and monitored patient responses for adaptive treatment.
Training Officer
Calhoun County EMS
03.2017 - 12.2017
- Developed and implemented effective lesson plans to cover necessary material.
- Identified training needs and planned classes accordingly.
- Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
- Acted as training subject matter expert and provided extensive technical support to different departments.
- Adjusted instructional strategies according to student needs and understanding of material.
- Established personnel qualifications and coordinated onboarding activities.
- Assessed skill gaps for employees and developed training courses to meet identified needs.
- Established and maintained quality control standards.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Analyzed and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes.
- Coordinated training schedules across sites with supervisors and managers to optimize training initiatives and work-flow management
- Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.
- Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences.
Technician & Case Management
Health Information Management, Warm Springs Specialty Hospital
10.2013 - 10.2014
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Head Teacher/Shift Lead
Kids 'R' Kids Learning Academy of Frisco
01.2011 - 03.2012
- Encouraged good behaviors using the positive reinforcement method
- Established a safe play environment for the children
- Instructed children on proper health and personal habits
- Dressed infants and toddlers and changed their diapers
- Communicated openly with children's parents about daily activities and behaviors
- Meticulously sanitized toys and play equipment
- Encouraged children to be understanding of and patient with others
- Monitored each student's educational progress with individualized charts and files
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services- Licensed Paramedic
Victoria College
Victoria, TX05.2015
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technology
Victoria College
Victoria, TX08.2014
High School Diploma -
Little Elm High School
Little Elm, TX06.2008
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Care Plan Implementation
- Lab Testing Protocols
- Catheter Monitoring
- Medication Administration
- Monitoring Telemetry
- Vital Sign Assessment
- Patient Evaluation
- Infection Control Procedures
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Crew Management
- Life Support Technique Skills
- Pre-Hospital Emergency Services
Accomplishments
National Society of Leadership and Success
Student Nurse Association President
Awarded the Johnson Foundation General Scholarship at Victoria College
Certification
Critical Care Experience in EMS (9 years)
Paramedic Experience (9 years)
Triage in EMS (9 years)
Medication Administration (9 years)
Venipuncture (9 years)
BLS Certification-AHA
ACLS Certification-AHA
PALS Certification-AHA
TXDSHS-Licensed Paramedic (2014-Present)
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (2014-Present)
Additional Information
Nadine Van Beveren
Clinical Instructor for RN Program/ MSN, RN
(361) 550-9931
Rachel Rings
Paramedic Crew Leader/ Colleague- Victoria Fire Department
(361) 220-9497
Kelsey Dufner
ADN Student/SNA Vice President
(361) 571-2511
Affiliations
Victoria College Student Nurse Association
Timeline
Student Nurse Extern
Citizens Medical Center Emergency Department
06.2023 - Current
Licensed Paramedic
Victoria Fire Department
10.2021 - Current
Emergency Department Technician
DeTar Hospital Navarro
12.2020 - 10.2021
Training Officer
Calhoun County EMS
03.2017 - 12.2017
Licensed Paramedic/ Crew Leader
Calhoun County EMS
10.2014 - 12.2020
Technician & Case Management
Health Information Management, Warm Springs Specialty Hospital
10.2013 - 10.2014
Head Teacher/Shift Lead
Kids 'R' Kids Learning Academy of Frisco
01.2011 - 03.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Emergency Medical Services- Licensed Paramedic
Victoria College
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technology
Victoria College
High School Diploma -
Little Elm High School
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