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Akossiwa Dossou

Hinesville,GA

Summary

Dedicated Patient Care Technician with extensive experience at Clearwater Health Services, excelling in vital signs monitoring and patient observation. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through compassionate care and effective communication. Recognized for streamlining documentation processes, contributing to improved operational efficiency and patient satisfaction. CPR certified and committed to delivering high-quality care.

Work History

Patient Care Tech

Clearwater Health Services
  • Assisted in monitoring patient vital signs and reporting changes to nursing staff.
  • Supported daily activities, ensuring patient comfort and safety during care procedures.
  • Administered basic medical care, including wound dressing and catheterization under supervision.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to deliver comprehensive patient support and improve outcomes.
  • Trained new staff on protocols for patient care procedures and safety measures.
  • Advocated for patients' needs, facilitating communication between patients and healthcare providers.
  • Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring accurate record-keeping of patient information.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
  • Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
  • Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
  • Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families, addressing questions or concerns with patience and understanding while maintaining patient confidentiality.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care technology advancements.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed each patient''s unique needs.
  • Supported optimal wound healing by skillfully changing dressings and monitoring for signs of infection or complications.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate bedside care and support.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques and post-discharge instructions, empowering them to take control of their own health maintenance.
  • Supported patients' daily living activities, improving their hospital stay experience.
  • Assisted with administration of medications under supervision of nursing staff, ensuring proper patient treatment.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families, easing their stress and anxiety during hospital stays.
  • Ensured safety and well-being of patients through diligent observation and reporting of changes in condition.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by applying therapeutic techniques as instructed by physical therapists.
  • Streamlined patient check-in process, enhancing efficiency of care delivery.
  • Improved patient satisfaction with attentive communication and responsiveness to needs.
  • Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures to support patient care plans.
  • Facilitated patient mobility and recovery with guided exercises and ambulation support.
  • Collected and documented patient information to aid in accurate medical record keeping.
  • Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to safer hospital environment.
  • Enhanced teamwork by collaborating closely with nurses and doctors to coordinate patient care.
  • Provided nutritional support by assisting patients with meals, catering to individual dietary needs.
  • Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, offering comfort and dignity to patients in their final stages.
  • Conducted patient education on treatment procedures and post-discharge care, promoting better health outcomes.
  • Contributed to team meetings, offering insights on patient care improvements based on direct observations.
  • Fostered clean and hygienic environment, reducing risk of infections.
  • Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
  • Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Prepared and maintained patient rooms for admissions, discharges, and transfers, ensuring readiness and comfort.

Education

High School Diploma -

College G Token Est
Lima Togo
07.1984

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

CPR certification

Patient observation

Blood glucose testing

Timeline

Patient Care Tech

Clearwater Health Services

High School Diploma -

College G Token Est
Akossiwa Dossou