Brittnee Burriss
Westminster, MD 21158 ● 443-536-9592 ● B[email protected]
EDUCATION
Carroll Community College Westminster, MD
Major: Nursing (RN) Graduating: May 2019
Associate of Arts and Science 2016
PRACTICUM
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CLINICAL TRAINING
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse…
● Administered oral, subcutaneous, intravenous, and intramuscular medications as well as via an NG & ND
tube while practicing the six rights of medication administration
● Performed & documented full head to toe assessments, & obtained vital signs, intake & output, & weight
● Reviewed guidelines regarding blood transfusion administration while observing the procedure
● Sustained excellent math skills relating to medication dosing
● Identified the need for Rapid Response & responded appropriately by alerting the nursing staff
● Observed sterile technique while attending a PICC line insertion as well as a Foley catheter insertion
● Responded to emotionally distressed family members with therapeutic communication
● Educated patients & family members on medication, side effects, & the importance of non-pharmacological
treatment options
● Maintained HIPAA regulations by keeping patient data safe & confidential
● Advocated for patients when specified wishes were not met & intervened when needed
● Trained in Epic to document patient care
RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE
Right At Home Westminster, MD
Geriatric Nursing Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant 2017 - Current
● Provided emotional & behavioral support to patients with Alzheimer's & dementia while reorienting as
needed
● Transferred patients with limited mobility via Hoyer lift, Sit to Stand, & transfer belt while using proper &
safe body mechanics
● Observed changes in the patient's mental & physical status & reported to nursing staff when appropriate
● Performed incontinence care relating to colostomy bags as well as emptying & measuring catheter bags
● Adapted communication with patients of cognitive or developmental delay
Longview Healthcare Center Manchester, MD
Geriatric Nursing Assistant/Certified Nursing Assistant 2015 - 2017
● Developed time management skills while assisting 24 patients per shift
● Observed a Foley catheter removal by a Registered Nurse
● Trained new employees on daily tasks while focusing on facility expectations
● Performed end of life care to those who had passed during shift
● Assisted patients with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, toileting, & feeding
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES
Oncology Nursing Society ┃ Active member
American Nursing Association student subscriber ┃Active member
Attended the Maryland Association of Nursing Students convention ┃ Howard Community College
Nursing student peer mentor┃Carroll Community College