Brittany Sterling
2504 New York Dr. Austin,TX
Summary
Compassionate, team oriented, collaborated Registered Nurse diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding direct patient care, bedside manner, and charting abilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Extern
St. Davids North Austin Medical Center
Austin , TX
06.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams on discharge planning activities.
- Assisted RNs with complex treatments and procedures for patients.
- Administered medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Transported patients from one unit to another using proper safety techniques.
- Recorded patient medical history and reported changes in condition to the nurse in charge.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, toileting and ambulation.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control protocols while providing patient care services.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all patient interactions in electronic health records system.
- Performed basic nursing care procedures, such as wound care and catheter insertion.
- Assessed patient vital signs, such as temperature and blood pressure.
- Assisted patients with daily living tasks by helping with bathing, changing clothes and trips to restroom.
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens for testing.
- Helped maintain patient rooms, ensuring a clean and safe environment.
- Obtained vital signs and checked blood glucose levels of assigned patients.
- Performed physical assessments in alignment with individual treatment plans.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to devise treatment methods designed to reduce pain and discomfort.
- Engaged in continuous learning to enhance nursing knowledge and skills.
- Shadowed nursing staff to better understand care approaches and learn proper procedures.
- Helped manage patient nutrition by setting up meal trays and assisting with feeding as necessary.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Davids North Austin Medical Center
Austin , TX
04.2024 - Current
- Actively participated in performance improvement initiatives that focused on enhancing quality of services rendered by the Medical-Surgical Unit.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
- Developed positive relationships with patients to ensure quality holistic care was provided throughout the hospital stay.
- Participated actively in unit meetings to discuss clinical issues related to patient outcomes, care plans, staffing concerns.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
- Assisted physicians during exams or other medical procedures as needed.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Supported new staff members by providing orientation to the Medical-Surgical Unit procedures and protocols.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information in electronic medical records system.
- Performed vital signs monitoring for early identification of changes in patient condition or response to treatment plan.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
Nursing Student
Austin Community College
Austin , TX
08.2018 - Current
- Supported patients with basic functions of eating and ambulation, ADL's
- Measured and recorded blood pressure, temperature, glucose levels, and respirations.
- Promoted open communication and honored patient rights and confidentiality.
- Responded to patient needs and special requests.
- Noted changes in patient condition by notifying and assisting nurses in handling patient care needs.
- Employed knowledge of sanitation and infection control to optimize customer care and services.
- Lifted, ambulated and fed patients to deliver optimal care services.
- Assisted medical team with procedures.
- Enrolled in accredited school of nursing in good standing to pursue healthcare career.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Insert foley catheters with clinical supervisor
- Direct patient care
- Charting in Compass/Meditech
- Changing bedding
- Cleaning emesis, stool, urine, and blood/blood products safely
- Alerting nurse and other HCPs of any change in patients status
- Strong understand and interpretation of lab values
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Exceptional communication skills with patients and staff
- Attention to detail
- EKG
- Safe and effective position changes of patients PRN
- Transfer of patients safely
Medical Assistant
Community Care Clinic
Austin , TX
09.2016 - 09.2018
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Assessed, documented and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
- Vision and hearing screenings
Medical Assistant
Whitehead Chiropractic
Austin , TX
03.2016 - 09.2016
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
- Cryotherapy
- Positioning/draping for examination procedures
- Preform ROM with patients
Customer Service Associate
Walmart
Austin , CO
03.2015 - 01.2016
- Delivered fast, friendly and knowledgeable service for routine questions and service complaints.
- Supported customer service goals and enhanced relations through friendly, knowledgeable and positive communication.
- Addressed inquiries, resolved customer issues and managed customer relations.
- Provided outstanding service to new and long-standing customers by attending closely to concerns and developing solutions.
- Educated customers on special pricing opportunities and company offerings.
- Organized and prioritized tasks and activities and worked within strict timeframes and deadlines.
- Handling money
- Customer service help desk
- Assist shoppers in need
- Stocking/Inventory
Customer Service Cashier/Food Preparation Worker
Taco Cabana
Austin , TX
03.2014 - 01.2015
- Worked in fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
- Maintained clean and sanitized work area in accordance with food safety guidelines, avoiding cross-contamination of raw and prepared food products.
- Prepared and cooked food items according to recipes, menus and supervisor's instructions.
- Re-stocked, organized and arranged service and food stations.
- Memorized menu items and food preparation methods to better explain selections to guests and increase sales.
- handling money
- Answer telephone to take large orders and answer general questions
- Waited tables
- Cleaned and prepared salsa bar
Sales Associate
Family Dollar
Austin , TX
10.2012 - 03.2014
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Handling money
- Pricing inventory
- Keeping store up to date
Intent Analyst
Interactions Marketing
Austin , TX
05.2012 - 02.2014
- Receives and transfers high volume of calls to correct department
- Resolves customer service complaints leading to consumers satisfaction
- Provides recommendation for process improvement
- Worked closely with fellow security personnel to remedy and alleviate technology issues.
- Updated computer security policies and procedures upon learning of new risks.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Austin Community College
Austin, TX12.2023
Associate of Science - General Studies in Pre-Health Sciences
Austin Community College
Austin, TX08-2023
Medical Assistant -
Career Point College
Austin, TX05.2016
Skills
- Exceptional bedside manners
- EKG/Phlebotomy skills
- Medication injections
- Ability to multitask
- Documentation of patient’s information
- Accurately measure and record vital signs
- Visual acuity/ Hearing screens
- Positioning/Draping for examination procedures
- Administering Vaccines
- Transfer of Patients In a Safe Manner
- RightFax
- Chart Preparation
- Stocking Rooms
- CLIA Controls/Lab Preparation
- Direct Patient Care
- Rehabilitation Assistance
- Assisting Patients With ADL's
- Catheter Care
- Compassionate Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic Charting
- Treatment Planning
- Patient Needs Assessment
- Patient Examination
- Student Precepting
- Colostomy care familiarity
- Time Management
- Professionalism
- Team building
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Additional Information
Alyssa Hall
Assistant GED Instructor
Goodwill Good Careers Academy
1817 E 6th
& Chicon Austin, Tx
(314)-498-5876
Becky Cook
Dream Come True Foundation Advisor
bwcook@austin.rr.com
512-619-7835
Reegan Aparicio
Walmart Supervisor
710 E Ben White Blvd
Austin, Tx 78704
979-383-3599
Alisa Edwards
CommunityCare Clinical
Supervisor RN 211 Comal St
Austin Tx 78702
(512) 983-9916
Timeline
Nurse Extern
St. Davids North Austin Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Davids North Austin Medical Center
04.2024 - Current
Nursing Student
Austin Community College
08.2018 - Current
Medical Assistant
Community Care Clinic
09.2016 - 09.2018
Medical Assistant
Whitehead Chiropractic
03.2016 - 09.2016
Customer Service Associate
Walmart
03.2015 - 01.2016
Customer Service Cashier/Food Preparation Worker
Taco Cabana
03.2014 - 01.2015
Sales Associate
Family Dollar
10.2012 - 03.2014
Intent Analyst
Interactions Marketing
05.2012 - 02.2014
Associate of Science - Nursing
Austin Community College
Associate of Science - General Studies in Pre-Health Sciences
Austin Community College
Medical Assistant -
Career Point College
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