BRITTANY WALKER
Your Professional health care provider!
Chicago,IL
Summary
Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
PCT/ ICU BURN TEC
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood , IL
02.2023 - Current
- Facilitated activities related to daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Ensured precise and prompt information-sharing with healthcare team by completing comprehensive patient records.
- Monitored patient conditions, managed admissions and discharges, and provided assistance with personal care
- Administered wound care such as debridement, dressing modifications and topical treatments.
- Provided patient education on wound care and prevention techniques.
- Contributed to the collection of various types of specimens including blood, urine, and stool
- Instructed patients on wound care and post-operative home care instructions to aid in their ongoing recovery.
- Assisted in wound care treatments, such as debridement and dressing changes.
- Monitored patient wounds for signs of infection or healing progression.
Schedular/Human Resources Assistant
The Estates of Hyde Park
Chicago , IL
10.2016 - 05.2024
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring processes by conducting phone screens, scheduling interviews, and completing reference checks.
- Maintained accurate records of employee information such as wages, performance reviews, benefits, leaves of absence.
- Organized and conducted new hire orientation sessions to introduce policies and procedures to employees.
- Updated employee database with changes in job title, salary information or contact details.
- Monitored timekeeping records for accuracy and completeness.
Mental Health Technician
Shapiro (Maxium staffing)
Kankakee , Illinois
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Participated in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan further interventions.
- Assisted in coordinating the efforts of social workers, psychiatrists, counselors, and nurses to provide optimal care for clients.
- Developed and implemented activities to enhance patients' physical wellness, emotional stability, cognitive functioning, independent living skills, and social interaction.
- Encouraged positive behaviors through rewards systems when appropriate.
- Fostered trusting relationships with clients through demonstrations of empathy and understanding.
Agency CNA
The Nursing Agency (Ingalls) (Humboldt Health)
Chicago , IL
01.2020 - 04.2022
- Travel to Nursing Homes and Hospitals to assist in staffing shortages
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system
Hospice Aide
Sanctuary Hospice
Chicago , IL
05.2018 - 02.2022
- Supported grieving families by offering listening ear, compassion and kindness.
- Helped patients maintain dignity during difficult times.
- Assisted terminally ill patients with bathing, grooming and dressing.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Schedular/Human Resources Assistant
Estates Of Hyde Park
Chicago , IL
10.2016 - 05.2018
- Performed phone screens, scheduled interviews, and completed reference checks to support recruitment and hiring processes.
- Ensured accurate and complete timekeeping records through constant monitoring.
- Conducted administrative duties pertaining to payroll processing and benefit administration.
- Managed and guarded employees' sensitive information with strict confidentiality.
- Conducted pre-screening of applicants to ensure their eligibility.
- Led employee training programs including orientations for new hires.
- Assisted in ensuring timely completion of payroll processing tasks.
Home Care Provider
Genesis Health Care Neuro. and Orthopedics
Rockford , IL
06.2009 - 10.2016
- Aided elderly individuals with essential daily tasks like bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Executed light housekeeping duties such as vacuuming, dusting, laundry, and meal prepping.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments and completed necessary errands on their behalf.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of home settings to determine risks compromising client safety.
- Identified changes in client's condition and needs via regular assessments.
- Enhanced patients' quality of life by providing compassionate care
Education
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL05.2009
High School Diploma -
Freeport Senior High School
Freeport, IL06.2006
Skills
Problem-Solving
Performing Patient Intakes Vital Signs
Collection
Feeding Assistance
Drawing Blood
Tracking Specimens
Microsoft Word
Excel
Powerpoint
Point click care
Epic
Timeline
PCT/ ICU BURN TEC
Loyola University Medical Center
02.2023 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Shapiro (Maxium staffing)
06.2022 - 10.2023
Agency CNA
The Nursing Agency (Ingalls) (Humboldt Health)
01.2020 - 04.2022
Hospice Aide
Sanctuary Hospice
05.2018 - 02.2022
Schedular/Human Resources Assistant
The Estates of Hyde Park
10.2016 - 05.2024
Schedular/Human Resources Assistant
Estates Of Hyde Park
10.2016 - 05.2018
Home Care Provider
Genesis Health Care Neuro. and Orthopedics
06.2009 - 10.2016
Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant
Rock Valley College
High School Diploma -
Freeport Senior High School
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