Amanda Guzman
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician from Methodist Healthcare, excelling in vital signs monitoring and compassionate care. Enhancing patient satisfaction and safety through meticulous attention to infection prevention and empathetic support. Skilled in team collaboration and patient education, significantly contributing to a positive healthcare environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Methodist Healthcare
San Antonio
10.2022 - Current
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- 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.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed each patient''s unique needs.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Supported optimal wound healing by skillfully changing dressings and monitoring for signs of infection or complications.
- Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families, addressing questions or concerns with patience and understanding while maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Education
Highschool -
Taft Highschool
San Antonio 07.2018
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- Basic life support
- Specimen collection
- Feeding assistance
- Effective Patient Positioning
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient services
- Patient education
- Information protection
- Infection prevention
- Emotional support
- Wound care
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Compassionate care
- Safety protocols
- Vitals documentation
- Patient hygiene management
- Restocking supplies
- Monitoring patient conditions
- Empathy and compassionate care
- Calm under stress
- Attention to detail
- Inpatient care
- Blood sugar monitoring
- Supporting personal needs
- Transporting patients
Certification
BSL
Additional Information
I’m wanting to expand my experience in healthcare and eager to learn new skills and new position dedicated to any new position I acquire.
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Methodist Healthcare
10.2022 - Current
Highschool -
Taft Highschool