ANN ESKRIDGE
MARYSVILLE,United States
Summary
Seasoned Patient Care Technician with a proven track record at Kaiser Permanente, excelling in patient observation and emergency response. Demonstrates exceptional team collaboration and patient hygiene management, enhancing patient care and safety. Achieved significant improvements in patient satisfaction through dedicated health monitoring and support. Patient-focused professional offers support in critical care, pre-op, medical-surgical and post-op cases in medical center environments. Delivers customized education to patients of diverse conditions and backgrounds. Excellent decision-making, time management and communication skills. Hardworking professional bringing proven direct support experience developed during healthcare career. Knowledgeable about paperwork procedures, mobility assistance and documentation requirements. Team-oriented and adaptable to changing needs.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Northwest Hospital Center
Seattle, WA
03.2021 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Explained treatment procedures to patients and their families.
- Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
Patient Care Technician
Kaiser Permanente
Bellevue, WA
05.2020 - 01.2021
- Explained treatment procedures to patients and their families.
- Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
- Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
- Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
CNA
Bethany At Pacific
EVERETT, WA
06.2011 - 08.2017
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
CNA
Holy Family Hospital
SPOKANE, WA
11.2006 - 10.2010
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
CNA
ST JOES HOSPITAL
BELLINGHAM, WA
06.2000 - 02.2005
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
CNA
ALDERWOOD HEALTHCARE
BELLINGHAM, WA
05.1991 - 09.1998
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Administered medications under supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
CNA
NORTHCREST NURSING HOME
SPOKANE, WA
06.1984 - 08.1988
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
CNA
SOUTHCREST NURSING HOME
SPOKANE, WA
05.1981 - 06.1983
- Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bellingham Technical College
Bellingham, WA06-1992
Some College (No Degree) - PREREQUESITE
WHATCOME COMMUNITY COLLEDGE
Bellingham, WAHUMAN AND ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Human Services
Bellingham Technical College
Bellingham, WA04-1998
Skills
- Bed preparation
- Patient hygiene management
- Basic nursing care
- Infection prevention
- ADL support
- Sterilization techniques
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Health monitoring
- Vital signs monitoring
- Monitoring patient conditions
- Healthy meal preparation
- Team collaboration
- Restocking supplies
- End-of-life care
- Specimen collection
- Patient observation
- Emergency response
- Mobility assistance
- Patient services
Affiliations
- CHURCH MUSIC
Certification
- CNA
- MENTAL HEALTH TECH
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Northwest Hospital Center
03.2021 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Kaiser Permanente
05.2020 - 01.2021
CNA
Bethany At Pacific
06.2011 - 08.2017
CNA
Holy Family Hospital
11.2006 - 10.2010
CNA
ST JOES HOSPITAL
06.2000 - 02.2005
CNA
ALDERWOOD HEALTHCARE
05.1991 - 09.1998
CNA
NORTHCREST NURSING HOME
06.1984 - 08.1988
CNA
SOUTHCREST NURSING HOME
05.1981 - 06.1983
High School Diploma -
Bellingham Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - PREREQUESITE
WHATCOME COMMUNITY COLLEDGE
HUMAN AND ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Human Services
Bellingham Technical College