Alexa Peterson
Plainfield,IN
Summary
Focused professional with experience in providing patient care in a hospital setting. Skilled in delivering quality medical care, taking vital signs and assisting nurses with patient care. Committed to ensuring a positive healthcare experience and helping patients achieve optimal health outcomes. Dedicated care professional, committed to supporting patients in feeling secure and comfortable in clinical and home settings. Responsible team player always willing to assume additional responsibility to ease family burden. Expertise in Early Childhood Educator devoted to successfully preparing children for a full educational career. Committed to teaching students good studying habits at young ages. Attends professional development seminars, faculty meetings and parent-teacher conferences to remain connected to the needs of children and parents.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Hendricks Medical Center
Danville,IN
08.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- 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.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
Patient Care Technician
IU Health West Hospital
Avon
04.2021 - 08.2024
- Transferred, admitted, and discharged patients, complying with principles of safe patient handling
- Performed hourly rounds and responded promptly to call lights
- Implemented nursing care plans by performing patient care activities under supervision of licensed nurses
- Obtained or assisted in specimen collection for diagnostic or waived tests
- Observed and documented patient behavior and performed laboratory tests
- Fostered mobility with regular turning, positioning, and ambulating of patients
- Assisted patients with eating, bathing, and grooming, supporting activities of daily living
- Monitored patient condition and reported changes to the nursing staff.
Patient Care Technician
Changes Home Care
Avon
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Help patients with ADLs within their homes
- Ran patients to Dr appointments, grocery store
- Cleaned for patients' homes for them
- Prepped meals for them.
Lead Teacher
Imagination Station Childcare And Preschool
Avon,IN
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
Assistant Teacher
Primrose Schools
Zionsville, IN
11.2018 - 07.2019
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
Assistant Teacher
Abc 123 Learning Center
Avon,IN
09.2017 - 11.2018
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Education
High School Diploma -
Plainfield High School
Plainfield, IN06.2013
Skills
- Cultural Awareness
- Culturally Competent Care
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Patient Service
- Hospice and Palliative Care
- Patient Positioning Understanding
- Feeding Assistance
- Nursing Staff Support
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Assisting with Daily Living
- Monitor Vitals
- Oral Hygiene
- Laboratory Testing
- Emotional and Social Support
- Patient Transporting
- Patient Care and Monitoring
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Restock Shelves
- Unit Supply Maintenance
- Patient Safety
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Hendricks Medical Center
08.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
IU Health West Hospital
04.2021 - 08.2024
Patient Care Technician
Changes Home Care
01.2020 - 05.2021
Lead Teacher
Imagination Station Childcare And Preschool
07.2019 - 01.2020
Assistant Teacher
Primrose Schools
11.2018 - 07.2019
Assistant Teacher
Abc 123 Learning Center
09.2017 - 11.2018
High School Diploma -
Plainfield High School