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Work History
Education
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Brianna Cook

Tower Hill,Illinois

Summary

Attentive and focused healthcare professional offering 9 years of hands-on experience in hospital environments. Successful in quickly building rapport with patients and families. Highly proficient in patient care, assessments, medication administration and health education.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Office Assistant

Community Homecare INC.
06.2023 - Current
  • Prepared and edited documents to produce precise, accurate and professional communication.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Purchased and maintained office supplies.
  • Supported staff on special assignments and ad hoc projects.
  • Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
  • Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.

Patient Care Tech / ER Tech

Decatur Memorial Hospital
11.2019 - Current
  • Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
  • Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
  • Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
  • Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
  • Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
  • Inserted peripheral IVs and administered non-medication IV fluids.
  • Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
  • Liaised between nurses, physicians, patients and visitors.

Certified Medical Assistant

Vita Center For Women LLC
03.2018 - 12.2019
  • Assisting other medical staff with care for patients, taking vitals and other basic medical information
  • Along with answering phones and mailing and faxing information
  • Charting all information on computer systems
  • Cleaning and stocking exam rooms
  • Chaperoning male Physicians during patient care
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Scanning in patient charts from other offices
  • Performing urine tests and HCG tests.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Decatur Memorial Hospital
12.2017 - 03.2018
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Millikin University
Decatur, IL
12-2025

CNA-CMA - undefined

LINCOLN LAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Springfield, IL
05.2019

Associate degree (60 credit hours) - Early Childhood Care And Education

LAKELAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Mattoon, IL
12-2018

High school diploma - undefined

OKAW VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
Bethany, IL
12.2016

CNA -

LAKELAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Mattoon, IL
07.2016

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Taking and tracking vital signs
  • Care facilitation
  • CPR
  • Orthopedic splint application
  • Patient status updates
  • Venipuncture
  • 12-lead EKG monitoring
  • Patient teaching
  • Orthopedic fitting
  • Wound cleaning
  • Phlebotomy procedures

References

  • Mrs. Jena Atchison, Guidance Counselor, Okaw Valley High School, 709 South St. John Street, Bethany, IL, 61914, (217) 665-3631
  • Kayla Doty, Day Shift Manager, Decatur Memorial Hospital ER, Decatur, IL, 62526, (217)-876-3008
  • Gail Fyke, Nursing Professer, Millikin University, Decatur IL, 62526, (217)855-5993

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant 2016 - current
  • CMA - Certified Medical Assistant 2019
  • CRP exp. 2026
  • Certified Instructor, STOP the Bleed 2023 - current

Timeline

Office Assistant

Community Homecare INC.
06.2023 - Current

Patient Care Tech / ER Tech

Decatur Memorial Hospital
11.2019 - Current

Certified Medical Assistant

Vita Center For Women LLC
03.2018 - 12.2019

Certified Nursing Assistant

Decatur Memorial Hospital
12.2017 - 03.2018

CNA-CMA - undefined

LINCOLN LAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE

High school diploma - undefined

OKAW VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Millikin University

Associate degree (60 credit hours) - Early Childhood Care And Education

LAKELAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE

CNA -

LAKELAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE

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