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BRITTANY PLASCENCIA

BRITTANY PLASCENCIA

Salinas,CA

Summary

Highly motivated registered nurse with a passion to work in a maternal-infant unit. Previous experience delivering high quality care to patients in critical care units. Works well individually, with others and in high pressure environments. Very strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Employee Health Nurse

Salinas Valley Health
Salinas, CA
01.2023 - Current
  • Assessed employee health needs and developed appropriate nursing interventions.
  • Analyzed incident data to identify trends in injuries.
  • Inspected or evaluated workplace environments, equipment or practices to verify compliance with safety standards and government regulations
  • Conduct annual health screenings with employee and assess medical history.
  • Provided first aid treatment as needed for minor injuries sustained in the workplace.
  • Educated patients and families about critical care procedures, treatments, medications and health maintenance practices.

Staff Nurse

Community Hospital of Monterey Peninsula
Monterey , CA
11.2021 - 01.2023
  • Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Monitored patient progress in order to identify changes in condition or response to treatment.
  • Educated patients and families about critical care procedures, treatments, medications and health maintenance practices.

Infusion Registered Nurse

Central Coast Nephrology
Salinas, CA
05.2022 - 10.2022
  • Emotionally supported patients during treatments and gave information regarding medication and patient safety.
  • Spoke with patients to better understand experienced side effects, noting details in charts for physician follow-up.
  • Mixed medications for iron infusions and various medications, carefully following physician specifications in alignment with nursing standards and policies.
  • Monitored patients' reactions to medications and recommended methods for treating side effects.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Performed venipuncture procedures for blood draws and intravenous access.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

CSU Monterey Bay
Monterey
05.2022

Associate of Science - Nursing

Hartnell College
Salinas
05.2021

Skills

  • Critical Care
  • Critical Thinking
  • Patient Examination and Assessment
  • Treatment Preparation
  • IV management
  • Medication Administration
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to set and achieve goals
  • Strong work ethic
  • Fast learner with attention to detail
  • Committed to patient safety

Certification

  • Public Health Nurse
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification

Timeline

Employee Health Nurse

Salinas Valley Health
01.2023 - Current

Infusion Registered Nurse

Central Coast Nephrology
05.2022 - 10.2022

Staff Nurse

Community Hospital of Monterey Peninsula
11.2021 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

CSU Monterey Bay

Associate of Science - Nursing

Hartnell College

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