Lauryn Brown
Pickerington,Ohio
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Summary
BSN candidate graduating May 2027 with nearly three years of experience providing direct patient care on a Blood & Marrow Transplant unit at The James Cancer Hospital. Experienced in caring for complex hematology/oncology and immunocompromised patients and collaborating closely with registered nurses and interdisciplinary teams. Seeking to transition from PCA to registered nurse and begin professional nursing practice in BMT/oncology.
Work History
Patient Care Assistant on BMT Unit
James Cancer Hospital
04.2024 - Current
- Provide direct care for 6–12 BMT/hematology-oncology patients per shift in collaboration with RNs and the interdisciplinary team.
- Obtain and document vital signs, intake/output, mobility needs, and changes in patient condition.
- Perform phlebotomy, 12-lead EKGs, bladder scans, specimen collection, manual blood pressures, and telemetry monitoring.
- Assist immunocompromised patients with ADLs, mobility, hygiene, nutrition, and toileting while prioritizing safety and infection prevention.
- Provide compassionate, individualized support to patients and families throughout complex and prolonged hospitalizations.
Resident’s Assistant
The Inn at Winchester Trail
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted residents with daily care needs including, but not limited to, bathing, grooming, personal requests and incontinence care
- Logged Resident activities, provided daily updates to management, and communicated concerns related to Resident condition
- Helped Residents in and out of bed, chair, wheelchair, or commode and ensured safe transportation to daily activities
- Partnered with Resident family members, nurses, and Resident managers to identify and implement the best care plans
- Quickly problem-solved and mediated miscommunications in high-stakes situations
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capital University
Columbus, OH05-2027
Bachelor of Science - Integrated Healthcare Studies Degree, Psychology Minor
Ohio University
Athens, Ohio05-2023
Skills
Patient Assessment & Vital Signs Phlebotomy 12-Lead EKGs Telemetry Monitoring Bladder Scanning Specimen Collection Intake & Output Infection Prevention ADL & Mobility Assistance Epic Documentation Patient & Team Communication CPR Certified
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant on BMT Unit
James Cancer Hospital
04.2024 - Current
Resident’s Assistant
The Inn at Winchester Trail
05.2021 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Integrated Healthcare Studies Degree, Psychology Minor
Ohio University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Capital University