Dezzalin Lunsford
Edison,NJ
Summary
Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 13 years of healthcare experience. Skilled at supporting transports, ambulating patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature. Dedicated Healthcare Professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Detail-oriented Telemetry Technician bringing 3 years of exceptional healthcare performance to contribute to the Atlantic Health Systems Mission. Well-versed in monitoring cardiac activity and assessing results. Proven history of collaborating with medical staff to address abnormal heart rhythms and determine appropriate action. Established Patient Care Technician offering CPR, BLS certified and clinical training in Acute care, Medical Surgical, ED, Skilled Nursing, Cardiac Step Down, Telemetry, Psychiatric, Geriatric, Oncology. Administered and assisted with glucose testing, injections,feedings, and colostomy care. Calm and effective in emergent situations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Delivery Driver
Omega Psi Logistics LlC
Edison, AL
06.2022 - Current
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Performed walk around on delivery vehicle before beginning shift to verify correct and safe operating order.
- Kept detailed records of completed or in-progress deliveries using hand-held devices and camera images.
- Verified daily deliveries against shipping instructions before delivering to customers.
- Oversaw product loading to keep items balanced, work efficient and items secure for safe delivery.
- Inspected truck equipment and supplies and reported problems and safety hazards to supervisors following each shift.
- Updated dispatchers frequently to convey changes such as route issues or weather delays potentially impacting delivery schedules.
- Kept and studied detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Worked overnight shifts during peak periods to meet coverage needs.
- Maintained organized, clean and professional vehicle to protect company reputation with customers.
- Refilled truck after completing deliveries to return in ready-to-use condition.
- Maintained contact with dispatching team and management for open communication about delays or other delivery issues.
Patient Care Technician
JFK Hospital
10.2016 - 04.2021
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Postmortem Care
- Floated to various units
Patient Care Technician
Overlook Medical Center
07.2019 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Assisted nursing staff with respiratory, cardiopulmonary and physical therapies.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Cleaned, sanitized and moved hospital equipment.
- Used wheelchairs, stretchers and movable beds to move patients between hospital locations.
- Collected laboratory specimens, dropped off at laboratories and picked up test results. . Phlebotomy, Ekg, Glucose, MRI
Education
A.A.S - Surgical Technology
Eastwick College
Ramsey, NJ01.2024
Certificate - ABCs of Arrhythmia Interpretation
Morristown Medical Center School For Cardiovascular Technology
Morristown, NJ02.2023
General High School Diploma - General Studies
East Orange Campus High School
East Orange, NJ06.1998
Skills
- Shipping and Receiving
- Route Management
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Data Entry
- Phlebotomy
- Ekg Interpretation
- Work in extreme and intense situations
- Strong ability to detail
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Crutch Fitting
- Point of Care
- Post Mortem Care
- Labor& Delivery
- 3 years of PCT skills in Emergency Department
Certification
Certified Nurses Aide
NA # 20002417
Timeline
Delivery Driver
Omega Psi Logistics LlC
06.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Overlook Medical Center
07.2019 - Current
Patient Care Technician
JFK Hospital
10.2016 - 04.2021
A.A.S - Surgical Technology
Eastwick College
Certificate - ABCs of Arrhythmia Interpretation
Morristown Medical Center School For Cardiovascular Technology
General High School Diploma - General Studies
East Orange Campus High School
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