Akimi Jones-Nyland
BayCare
Clearwater,FL
26
years of professional experience
Dedicated Patient Care Technician with expertise in vital signs monitoring and compassionate patient support. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction and assist nursing staff in delivering high-quality care.
Adaptable Patient Care Technician with over eight years of experience in inpatient care. Strong skills in vital signs monitoring, patient education, and assisting nursing staff, contributing to improved workflow efficiency and patient outcomes.
Work History
Patient Care Technician
8 Years 3 Months- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during treatments.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily activities, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns promptly.
- Educated patients on health management practices, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Improved patient satisfaction with attentive communication and responsiveness to needs.
CNA
2 Years 6 Months- Provided compassionate patient care, ensuring comfort and dignity during daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures and documentation, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical team, ensuring timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management and self-care practices to promote wellness.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
CNA
3 Years 5 Months- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
CNA
9 Years 7 Months- Trained new staff on patient care protocols, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Implemented infection control measures, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Provided compassionate patient care, ensuring comfort and dignity during daily activities.
- Educated patients and families on health management and self-care practices to promote wellness.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
Education
High School Diploma
CNA - CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
Skills
Vital signs monitoring
CPR certification
Patient observation
Blood glucose testing
ADL support
Patient positioning
Adaptable
Acute care
CNA certification
Compassionate care
Body mechanics knowledge
Patient assistance
Inpatient care
Timeline
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05.2018 - CurrentRead More
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11.2015 - 05.2018Read More
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06.2010 - 11.2013Read More
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HealthSouth Rehabilitation
11.2000 - 06.2010Read More
LARGO HIGH
High School Diploma
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PTECH
CNA from CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT
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