BRIANNA J. WILLIS, MA
Contact: 323-***-**** *************@******.*** pronouns: she/her/hers
Education
Charles R. Drew, Mervyn M. Dymally School of Nursing In Progress, August 2024 Master of Science in Nursing, Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse 3.92 GPA Loyola Marymount University August 2020
Master of Arts, Bioethics 3.63 GPA
West Los Angeles College, Allied Health Sciences December 2017 Clinical/ Administrative Medical Assisting, Associate of Science in Medical Assisting 3.9 GPA Loyola Marymount University May 2016
Bachelors of Arts, African American Studies 3.4 GPA Professional Experience
Resident Support Technician
Malibu, Ca January 2023-Present
Monitors resident detoxification process including checking on detox clients every 15 minutes, monitor non- detox clients every 30 minutes or more frequently as assigned
Reports current resident status to the RS Manager and on shift change
Performs resident supervision in accordance with established policies and procedures
Ensures resident compliance with facility rules and guidelines
Assessing residents throughout their stay as directed
Acts as a liaison between residents and the treatment team Medical Assistant
Planned Parenthood Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Ca March 2018- June 2021
Complied with infection control, safety, and emergency guidelines
Complied with sharp handling, biohazard usage, and knowledge of the sterilization process including Autoclave usage and Attest
Educated clients on affordable and accessible healthcare options
Ran dipstick urinalysis, low/ high sensitivity, pregnancy tests, HIV preliminary tests
Assisted with procedures including IUD insertion & removal, implant insertion & removal, acid wart treatment, male and female exams, LEEPs, colposcopies, pap smears, medication abortions
Maintained the front office: checked in patients, verified insurances, and consented patients Medical Assistant
El Segundo Medical Center, El Segundo, Ca October 2017- December 2017
Manage a fast pace, customer service driven medical office (including triaging patients and general office procedures)
Prepare patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests, visual acuity tests, urinalysis and vital signs
Perform various clinical duties including injections, EKG’s, venipunctures, ear and eye washing, hemo-occult tests and lab orders
Secure patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records and keeping patient information confidential
Manage equipment by troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and administering equipment operating tutorials for co-workers
Keep exam rooms stocked with adequate medical supplies, maintain instruments, prepare sterilization as required
References available upon request.
Academic Recognition and Awards
2023 Sigma Nurse Leader
2020 Recognition for Outstanding Medical Assistant (Planned Parenthood Los Angeles Organization)
2019 Research Seminar Presenter, Research: “Isolated & Imprisoned: An Ethical Discussion of Reproductive Rights for Incarcerated Women” (Loyola Marymount University, Bioethics Institute)
West Los Angeles College Full Time Dean’s Honor List (Spring 2017, Fall 2017)
FOS Literacy Grant Scholarship Recipient (Spring 2015, Fall 2015, Spring 2016)
Organizer of LMU's 1st Sub-Saharan African Youth Refugee Teach-In (2016)
Loyola Marymount University, Dean’s List (2015-2016/2018-2020)
Alpha Kappa Alpha Outstanding Undergraduate Achievement Award (2014) Community Service Endeavors & Involvement
CDUSG National Student Nurses Association – Community Liaison Chair (April 2022-Current)
CDUSG – Academic Senator (2021-22)
Children’s Fund San Bernardino Community Volunteer (2020- Current)
AKA Theta Mu Omega Graduate Chapter 2022 Girl’s Conference: Speaker (Apr 2022)
COVID Community Canvassing in Watts (Oct 2021)
Organizer of Virtual Fundraiser for The Loveland Foundation’s Therapy Fund for Black Women & Girls
(June 2020)
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Tau Kappa Chapter (April 2013-Present)
Asian Pacific & Latina Women’s Center Volunteer (August 2015 – December 2015)
Association of Black Women Physicians, Los Angeles Chapter (August 2015- December 2015)
Family of Schools Mentoring Program (August 2013- May 2016) Licenses and Certifications
Fire Safety (Hospital & Outpatient Clinic), Exp. August 2025 BLS / CPR, via American Heart Association, Exp. Aug 2023 CPR & FIrst-Aid via National CPR Foundation, Exp. Jan 2024 PALS via United Medical Education, Exp. August 2024 Postpartum Doula via DONA International – Certificate Received August 2022 Lactation and Infant Feeding: Body Feeding for Doulas – Certificate Received August 2022 Medical Assistant - Clinical and Administrative - Certificate Received December 2017 Skills
Technical Skills: Microsoft Applications (WPM 65), Teams, SPSS, Oracle, EPIC, KiPu
Languages: English, Communicative Spanish
Interests: reading, playing chess, sports enthusiast, and cooking Clinical Rotations
Fundamentals (PIH Whittier) - 48 Patient Care Hours Medical Surgical I (Cedar Sinai) - 96 Patient Care Hours Medical Surgical II (Kaiser - South Bay) - 96 Patient Care Hours Pediatrics - (CHLA - Sunset) - 48 Patient Care Hours Labor and Delivery (PIH Whittier) - 48 Patient Care Hours NICU (PIH Whittier) - 48 Patient Care Hours
Mental Health - Adults and Adolescents (Gateways Hospital) - 48 Patient Care Hours Residency I - Emergency Medicine (Kaiser Downey) - 108 Patient Care Hours