Alana Harrison
Petersburg,VA
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician with expertise in vital signs monitoring, patient observation, and blood glucose testing. Committed to providing compassionate support and effective communication to enhance patient experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Bon Secour Mercy Health
200 Medical Park Blvd
10.2022 - Current
- Assisted in monitoring vital signs and documenting patient data accurately.
- Provided compassionate support to patients during daily activities and healthcare procedures.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure timely delivery of care and medication administration.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Trained new technicians on procedures, fostering a culture of teamwork and efficiency.
- Advocated for patients' needs by effectively communicating concerns to interdisciplinary teams.
- 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.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- 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.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and post-discharge instructions, empowering them to take control of their own health maintenance.
- Fostered clean and hygienic environment, reducing risk of infections.
Education
High School Diploma -
Meadowbrook High School
North Chesterfield, VASkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Specimen collection
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Patient services
- Emergency response
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Bon Secour Mercy Health
10.2022 - Current
High School Diploma -
Meadowbrook High School