Brooklyn Richards

Dedicated healthcare professional with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and extensive hands-on clinical, patient care and customer support experience. Skilled in supporting patients of all ages with diverse mental capacities and needs. I am confident that my education, experience, training, certifications and passion for patient care will enable me to excel in this new opportunity.

Patient Care Technician - Advent Health-Tavares - Tavares, FL

(2024-03)

Cardiology Diagnostic Dept.

• Serve as liaison between multiple hospital departments. Cat Lab, anesthesia, the cardiologist, the nurses, the pharmacy & many more.
• Administer EKGs and provide results to the doctor and nursing staff.
• Set up for Echocardiograms, Cardioversions, Transesophageal Echocardiograms, Stress Tests and Tilt Tables.
• Proficient in peripheral IV insertion observation and experienced in IV removal procedures.
• Responsibilities include recording all vitals and assessing the patient.
• Serve as patient advocate and always being mindful of their mental well-being and help address any concerns. Record this information and inform the nurse of my overall assessment.
• Responsible for making sure exam rooms are stocked with all needed materials and supplies. This includes preparing/sterilizing all equipment.
• Answer and direct phone inquiries.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient information.
• Always provide compassionate and professional care to patients while ensuring all hospital policies and procedures are adhered too.

Certified Nursing Assistant - Waterman Solaris-Tavares - Tavares, FL

(2023-06 - 2023-10)

• Provided individual level of care based on each patient's needs.
• Maintain patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording information.
• Provide patients comfort by utilizing accomplished communication and empathy skills.
• Answer patient call lights and report observations to the nurse.
• Maintain work operations by following policies and procedures.
• Protects the organization's standard by keeping patient information confidential.
• Ability to pivot to meet ever changing needs of the clinical environment.

Certified Nursing Assistant Student - Brookside Nursing Home - Warrenton, VA

(2019-08 - 2019-12)

• Performed on the job training and eventually acquiring the CNA certification.
• Provided round the clock personal and professional care to senior patients.
• Experience providing support to patients with Dementia and other special needs.
• Provided personal hygiene solutions.
• Trained to offer both mental and physical stimulation. (singing, dancing, drawing, games, provided companionship and engaging in meaningful conversation)
• Able to identify trends of behavior and recognize what constitutes normal or irregular patterns and how to respond accordingly.

Lifeguard - Warrenton Aquatic Recreation Facility - Warrenton, VA

(2018-01 - 2018-11)

HS Employment. Left to resume swim team duties.

• Supervised swimming activities at the aquatics facility and ensures that policies, guidelines, and safety procedures are followed.
• Oversaw swimming instructions and assisted as needed.
• Fully trained and prepared to offer lifesaving and CPR services to visitors.
• Maintain physical readiness to meet lifeguard qualifications and standards.
• Collaborate and maintain open lines of communication with varying levels of staff and management.

BS - Psychology - George Mason University