Ammie Jenkins
Birmingham
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician with expertise in vital signs monitoring and emergency response. Committed to delivering compassionate care and enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration and adaptability in high-pressure environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, AL
04.2022 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, enhancing patient safety and response times.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes in emergency situations.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care during high-stress situations.
- Assisted healthcare providers in delivering life-saving procedures, contributing to positive patient outcomes.
- Reduced wait times for diagnostic imaging by efficiently transporting patients to radiology appointments within the hospital.
- Recognized potential escalations among distressed patients or family members, effectively utilizing de-escalation techniques to maintain a calm and safe environment.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing emergency room workflow and prioritizing tasks.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Maintained clean and sanitary environment in emergency department to meet hygiene measures.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
Direct Support Specialist
Alan Durgan LLC
Birmingham, AL
05.2021 - Current
- Facilitated daily living activities for individuals with disabilities, promoting independence and personal growth.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create and implement individualized support plans.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted care strategies to enhance overall well-being and effectiveness.
- Developed positive relationships with clients, fostering trust and open communication in support settings.
- Conducted regular assessments of client environments to identify potential risks and implement safety measures.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of direct support services.
- Administered medication to clients according to prescribed schedules, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to guidelines.
- Effectively communicated with clients using various methods including verbal prompts, visual cues, or assistive technology devices as needed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans addressing clients'' unique requirements.
Education
Jefferson State Community College -
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL08.2023
High School Diploma -
Educators Inc. Private Christian School
Rockledge, FL01.2022
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient monitoring
- Patient observation
- Basic life support
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Blood glucose testing
- Specimen collection
- Catheter care
- Infection prevention
- EKG interpretation
- ADL support
- Patient education
- Suicide risk assessment
- Orthopedic splinting
- 12-lead EKG monitoring
- Urinalysis collection
- Venipuncture
- Cardiac monitoring
Accomplishments
- Trained staff on new EMR system [Epic
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
University of Alabama at Birmingham
04.2022 - Current
Direct Support Specialist
Alan Durgan LLC
05.2021 - Current
Jefferson State Community College -
Jefferson State Community College
High School Diploma -
Educators Inc. Private Christian School