Alicia Edwards
Mount Vernon,NY
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Patient Care Technician with a proven track record in providing exceptional patient care. Skilled in assisting with activities of daily living, maintaining accurate patient records, and ensuring patient safety. Collaborates effectively with nursing staff to contribute to a clean and sanitized patient environment. Seeking opportunities to grow and advance within your institution.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician Intern
BronxCare Special Care Center
Bronx, NY
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or stretcher as needed.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
Hospital Unit Clerk
Westchester Medical Center
Valhalla, NY
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted in the preparation of patient charts and medical records.
- Greeted patients, answered phone calls, and provided general information to visitors.
- Prepared discharge summaries following completion of a patient's stay in the facility.
- Scheduled appointments for patients and coordinated transportation services when necessary.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Organized ordered medical tests, sample collection and patient transportation.
- Prepared charts for outpatient and inpatient services.
Education
EKG/Phlebotomy/CNA Certificate -
Manhattan Training Institute,MTI
Manhattan, NY07-2024
Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management
University of The West Indies
Bridgetown, Barbados07-2018
Skills
- Infection prevention
- Vital signs monitoring
- Feeding Assistance
- Providing culturally-competent care
- Blood glucose monitoring
Timeline
Patient Care Technician Intern
BronxCare Special Care Center
07.2024 - 07.2024
Hospital Unit Clerk
Westchester Medical Center
03.2023 - 09.2023
EKG/Phlebotomy/CNA Certificate -
Manhattan Training Institute,MTI
Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management
University of The West Indies