Brianna Cost

After having my daughter, I was still wholeheartedly committed to working in the medical field. I was hired by the SouthCoast group and was positioned at Charleston Memorial Hospital. Attracted by the environment, I sought a new beginning at an emergency hospital. Most of my duties at this establishment included..

• Conducted regular maintenance checks on cleaning equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Provided excellent customer service when interacting with patients or visitors.
• Maintained a neat appearance of all work areas throughout the day.
• Responded promptly to requests from nurses or doctors for special cleaning projects.
• Swept, mopped and waxed floors in patient rooms and public areas of the hospital.
• Helped prevent spread of infections by sanitizing surfaces, furniture and equipment.
• Completed in-depth restroom cleanings to sanitize partitions, decorations, sinks, counters and mirrors.
• Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
• Followed chemical cleaner and power equipment procedures to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Monitored building security and safety by locking doors or avoiding hazards.

I began my career in the medical field immediately after high school graduation. Took the initiative to attain my CNA Certification and began working at this corporation, even without prior experience. I've acquired multiple job-related skills throughout 4-5 years of employment, enabling a successful qualification as a CNA. Some of my duties included ..

• Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
• Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
• Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
• Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
• Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
• Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
• Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
• Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
• Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
• Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
• Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
• Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support