Reliable healthcare professional with 8 years of experience supporting patients across inpatient, labor and delivery, telemetry, and home care environments. Strong skills in therapeutic communication, vital signs documentation, and safety-focused bedside care. Committed to patient dignity, calm response during behavioral incidents, and consistent teamwork.
Work History
Psychiatric Technician
11 Months
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital | 11.2025 - Current
Monitored patient behavior and reported status changes to nursing staff
Assisted with activities of daily living while preserving patient dignity
Supported safe milieu through routine observation and unit awareness
Documented patient care activities accurately in medical records
Applied de-escalation techniques during escalated behavioral incidents
Took vital signs and communicated abnormal findings promptly
Facilitated therapeutic activities and encouraged patient participation
Patient Care Technician, Labor & Delivery
4 Years 2 Months
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital | 08.2022 - Current
Measured vital signs and reported abnormal findings to nursing staff for timely intervention.
Supported nursing workflows by preparing rooms, stocking supplies, and organizing care equipment.
Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
Supported patients and nurses before and after labor; assisted with newborn care.
Completed birth certificates and state paperwork.
Patient Care Technician, Telemetry
1 Year 1 Month
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital | 08.2021 - 09.2022
Maintained and recorded vital signs and documented patient observations in electronic health records.
Assisted patients with bathing, feeding, mobility, and toileting needs.
Collected specimens and prepared samples for laboratory processing.
Responded to call lights and provided timely bedside support to improve patient safety.
Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests.
Certified Home Care Aide
2 Years
Hartford Healthcare At Home | 08.2020 - 08.2022
Provided personal care and support in patients' homes.
Supported safe mobility, transfers, and ambulation.
Prepared meals and assisted with feeding as needed.
Maintained a clean, safe home environment.
Provided companionship and emotional support while respecting patients privacy and independence.
Certified Nursing Assistant
1 Year 10 Months
Valerie Manor | 06.2018 - 04.2020
Monitored vital signs and reported condition changes promptly to licensed nursing staff for timely intervention.
Provided daily ADL support, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, with resident dignity and comfort.
Assisted with safe transfers, ambulation, and repositioning using proper body mechanics and mobility equipment.
Documented resident care accurately in charts, maintaining clear communication across shifts and care teams.
Education
- General Studies (Pre-Nursing)
Naugatuck Valley Community College | Waterbury, CT
- General Studies (Pre-Nursing)
Northwestern Connecticut Community College | Winsted, CT
- Nursing
Northwestern Connecticut Community College Nursing Program | Winsted, CT | 05-2027
High School Diploma
Oliver Wolcott Technical High School | Torrington | 06-2019
Skills
Direct patient care
Vital signs documentation
Clinical documentation
De-escalation techniques
Therapeutic communication
Basic life support
Crisis intervention
Incident reporting
Safety precautions
Developmental disabilities support
Hardworking and reliable
Dependable worker
Certification
CPI Crisis Intervention Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Phlebotomy
EKG Performance
Connecticut Notary Public
Timeline
Psychiatric Technician
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
11.2025 - CurrentRead More
Patient Care Technician, Labor & Delivery
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
08.2022 - CurrentRead More
Patient Care Technician, Telemetry
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
08.2021 - 09.2022Read More
Certified Home Care Aide
Hartford Healthcare At Home
08.2020 - 08.2022Read More
Certified Nursing Assistant
Valerie Manor
06.2018 - 04.2020Read More
Northwestern Connecticut Community College
from General Studies (Pre-Nursing)
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Naugatuck Valley Community College
from General Studies (Pre-Nursing)
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Northwestern Connecticut Community College Nursing Program
from Nursing
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Oliver Wolcott Technical High School
High School Diploma
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Leadership & Involvement
Vice President, Student Nurses Association
Community Service: food drives, donation collections, community events, volunteer work.
Nursing Outreach: helping with school nursing events.
Student Involvement: organizing fundraisers and helping at orientation.