Ajyia J McGowan
R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
Relocating To Minnesota
1
Certification
10
years of professional experience
Knowledgeable Trauma Tech, Certified Patient care technician III & Certified Nursing Assistant with more than 9 years experience with a solid background in trauma care, providing exceptional critical support in emergency situations. Proven track record of assisting medical professionals in high-pressure environments and ensuring patient stabilization. Demonstrated ability in rapid assessment and efficient execution of life-saving procedures, along with effective communication and teamwork skills. Dedicated to patient safety, quality care, and currently relocating to minnesota to continue advancing my career in healthcare
Work History
Trauma Technician (PCT) III
1 Year 10 Months- Recorded patient care across continuum, including activities of daily living (ADLs): feeding, bathing, dressing, toileting, and transferring to ensure comprehensive support.
- Completes, documents and reports patient vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration, oxygen saturation and reported pain level).
- Assists in admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
- Assisted with indwelling urinary catheter care, applied, maintained, and removed external catheter devices, performed bladder scans, measured post-void residuals, and documented volume output.
- Conducts blood glucose monitoring.
- Performs venipuncture for drawing blood samples and establishing IV access.
- Conducted nasal swabs to collect samples for testing.
- Sets up and operates multiple lead EKG machines; attaches and removes EKG leads; runs a rhythm strip.
- Provides post-mortem care.
- Assists with collection of patient specimens for laboratory testing.
- Participated in hourly patient rounding with health care team to enhance patient monitoring and communication.
- Responds to patient triggered alarms, including call light, chair alarm, bed alarm, tele-sitter alarm, etc.
Patient Care Technician-Emergency Department & Cardiac Surgery/ Telemetry (Progressive Care Unit)
2 Years 6 Months- Delivered direct patient care, including bathing, feeding, oral hygiene, and turning and positioning patients, to enhance comfort and support recovery.
- Executed CPR procedures during medical emergencies to stabilize patients' conditions.
- Recorded and communicated physical and mental condition findings to registered nurse to ensure timely and appropriate patient care.
- Performs urinary bladder catheterization for temporary or permanent placement and implements catheter care in stable patients as delegated by the registered nurse.
- Performed urinary bladder catheterization for temporary or permanent placement.
Patient Care Technician- Med Surg/ Float Pool, Rapid Response Tech
1 Year 11 Months- Performed basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision.
- Supported patients in personal care and activities of daily living, enhancing overall comfort and well-being.
- Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities for compliance.
- Keep patient rooms clean, orderly, and maintain medical equipment.
Resident Assistant (Certified Nursing Assistant)
1 Year 10 Months- Assisted residents with daily tasks such as hygiene, meals, and comfort to enhance their overall well-being.
- Made regular patient visits to provide patients with a quick response to their needs.
- Obtain vital signs of patients while observing and monitoring the condition of patients while reporting any issues to supervision team.
- Effectively communicate with residents, family members of residents, staff and the general public.
- Respond to any safety or medical issues within the facility.
- Managed and audited patient care records weekly to maintain compliance with company policy and achieve high accuracy.
- Participated in the orientation and training of new employees as a mentor.
- Ensure the unit maintains adequate levels of supplies and equipment at all times during assigned shift.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Certified Nursing Assistant
9 Months- Established rapport with residents to enhance their comfort and ensure families felt secure about care provided.
- Provided support to residents in performing daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and meal preparation.
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments and vital sign monitoring.
- Documented patient progress and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
Awake Overnight Caregiver
1 Year 1 Month- Responded promptly to lights, emergency alert systems, pagers, telephones, and patient requests to ensure optimal care.
- Delivered specialized nursing care and emergency care to patients.
- Observe, document and report any change regarding the condition of a patient.
- Safely transported patients to medical appointments, ensuring comfort during transit.
- Assisted residents with daily activities, including dining and hygiene, to promote comfort and well-being.
- Executed various tasks as required to support team operations and patient care.
Education
High School Diploma
(2015 Graduate)
- Nursing Practice
Skills
Trauma Resuscitation
Emergency Department Support
Patient care
Nursing assistant
Vital Signs
EKG/Telemetry
Phlebotomy skills
Venipuncture & Phlebotomy
Foley catheterization
Blood glucose testing
Airway management
Cardiac monitoring
EMR management
Splint application
Airway support
Cardiac surveillance
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CPCT - Patient Care Technician III
Timeline
Trauma Technician (PCT) III
R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center
09.2024 - CurrentRead More
Patient Care Technician-Emergency Department & Cardiac Surgery/ Telemetry (Progressive Care Unit)
Baltimore Washington Medical Center
03.2022 - 09.2024Read More
Patient Care Technician- Med Surg/ Float Pool, Rapid Response Tech
Ascension Saint Agnes Hospital
02.2020 - 01.2022Read More
Resident Assistant (Certified Nursing Assistant)
Brightview Senior Living
03.2018 - 01.2020Read More
Certified Nursing Assistant
NMS Healthcare
05.2017 - 02.2018Read More
Awake Overnight Caregiver
The Arc Chesapeake Central Region
02.2016 - 03.2017Read More
Anne Arundel Community College
from Nursing Practice
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Annapolis Senior High
High School Diploma
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