Amy Elkin
Laurens,SC
Summary
Compassionate Patient Care Technician with extensive experience at Self Regional Healthcare, skilled in patient observation and vital signs documentation. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective communication. Proven ability to streamline workflows and train new staff, ensuring high-quality personal care and safety in a fast-paced environment.
Professional healthcare provider with strong expertise in patient care and support. Skilled in assisting medical staff, managing patient needs, and maintaining healthcare standards. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and reliability in fast-paced environments. Proficient in vital signs monitoring, patient mobility assistance, and medical documentation.
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Self Regional Healthcare
02.2021 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Certified Nursing Assistant
National Healthcare Corporation, Nhc
06.2010 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, one-on-one care during daily activities.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Piedmont Technical College
Greenwood, SC08-2025
Clinton High School
Clinton, SC06-2002
Skills
- Patient observation
- CPR certification
- Blood glucose testing
- Catheter care
- Professional bedside manner
- Active listening
- Patient assistance
- Restocking supplies
- Bed preparation
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Patient mobility training
- Vitals documentation
- Time management
- Vital signs
- Attention to detail
- Direct patient care
References
- Lisa Smith, Nurse Manager (864) 725-6209
- Kara Sprouse, Assistant DON (864) 833-2550
- Dana Vance, Scheduler NHC (864) 833-2550
- Jasmine Nichols, Co-Worker (864) 323-5141
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Self Regional Healthcare
02.2021 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
National Healthcare Corporation, Nhc
06.2010 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Piedmont Technical College
Clinton High School
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