Brittney O’Kelley
Arlington
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant with 16 years experience in diverse healthcare settings including long-term care, assisted living, and rehabilitation facilities. Possess strong clinical skills such as vital sign monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Noted for ability to foster relationships with patients and their families while maintaining professional boundaries. Previous roles demonstrate positive impact on patient satisfaction and quality of care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA/PCT
Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Keller
Keller
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and supplies.
- Documented patient progress and care provided in electronic records.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
ER Technician
DePaul Hospital
St Louis
12.2019 - 12.2023
- Operated a variety of diagnostic equipment such as EKG's, oxygen saturation monitors, blood pressure cuffs, glucometers and pulse oximeters.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality patient care.
- Provided emergency life-saving measures as needed for cardiac arrest, respiratory failure and shock victims.
- Provided patient care and monitored vital signs.
- Documented all procedures on patients' charts in accordance with hospital policy.
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
- Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
Phlebotomist
Medical Couriers
St Louis
06.2015 - 12.2019
- Collected blood samples from patients using proper techniques and equipment.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control guidelines.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and transportation to testing facilities.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of procedures performed.
- Assisted in training new staff on phlebotomy procedures and best practices.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
- Verified patient information prior to specimen collection.
- Located veins suitable for puncture to draw blood using sterilized needles, vials and other equipment.
- Adhered to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient privacy.
- Assisted in the training of new phlebotomists.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
Education
Phlebotomist
Texas School of Phlebotomy
Fort Worth, TX06-2015
CNA/CMT/PCT/MA -
Daruby School
Saint Louis, MO07-2009
High School Diploma -
Riverview High School
Saint Louis, MO05-2004
Skills
- Patient documentation
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient care assistance
- Blood sample collection
- Customer service
- Medication administration
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Catheter change and preparation
Timeline
CNA/PCT
Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Keller
02.2024 - Current
ER Technician
DePaul Hospital
12.2019 - 12.2023
Phlebotomist
Medical Couriers
06.2015 - 12.2019
Phlebotomist
Texas School of Phlebotomy
CNA/CMT/PCT/MA -
Daruby School
High School Diploma -
Riverview High School