Annabelle Aguilar
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Detail-oriented Patient Care Technician skilled in medication management, patient education, and effective communication. Committed to delivering compassionate support and ensuring safety in all aspects of patient care. Compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional with a strong background in patient care and medication administration. Known for attention to detail and effective collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, focused on enhancing patient experiences and outcomes. Proficient caregiver with experience in patient monitoring and medication management. Adept at fostering a supportive environment and ensuring adherence to safety protocols, dedicated to improving patient well-being and comfort. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities. 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. Compassionate Patient Care Technician known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient monitoring, vital signs measurement, and post-operative care. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient care and support. Compassionate Patient Care Technician with experience in both hospital and long-term care environments. Strengths include providing empathetic patient support, conducting vital sign measurements, and assisting with daily living activities. Have consistently received positive feedback from patients and healthcare team members for commitment to high-quality patient-centered care. Compassionate healthcare professional with a focus on patient care, highly productive in fast-paced environments and proficient at completing tasks efficiently. Specialized skills include vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient comfort and support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Atlantic Health System
Summit, New Jersey
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care activities and daily living tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team members.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient rooms and medical equipment.
- Documented patient information in electronic health record systems accurately.
- Educated patients and families on care plans and discharge instructions.
- Provided emotional support to patients, fostering a comforting environment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Adhered to safety protocols and infection control measures consistently.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or stretcher as needed.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
Certified Medication Aide
erickson senior living
New Providence, New Jersey
07.2021 - 07.2025
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and protocols.
- Monitored residents for side effects and reported observations to nursing staff.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, promoting dignity and independence.
- Maintained accurate medication administration records in compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop personalized care plans for residents.
- Educated residents and families on medication management and safety practices.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of medication storage areas at all times.
- Participated in training sessions to stay updated on best practices in medication administration.
- Assisted with medication administration, including dispensing and documentation of patient medications.
- Maintained accurate records regarding patient's medical history, vital signs and progress notes.
- Provided patient education regarding medications and their potential side effects.
- Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Maintained current knowledge of state regulations related to medication administration.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Maintained medication stock and cleaned patient rooms and equipment.
- Performed monthly audits of controlled substances in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Utilized computer systems efficiently for ordering, tracking and documenting all aspects of medication management.
- Calculated dosages accurately based on physician orders and age-specific dosing guidelines.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions to prescribed medications.
- Ordered, received, stored and inventoried medications as required by facility policies and procedures.
- Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
- Administered scheduled drugs under direct supervision of licensed nurse.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Trinity College
PhilippinesSkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Medication administration
- Patient education
- Specimen collection
- Care plan development
- Infection control compliance
- Team collaboration
- Emergency response
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Emotional support
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Adaptability
- Patient services
- Basic nursing care
- Corrective action planning
- CPR certification
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Oxygen therapy
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Vitals documentation
- Patient hygiene management
- Blood glucose testing
- Patient observation
- Patient mobility training
- Wound care
- Clinical training
- Mobility assistance aptitude
- Patient assistance
- Patient positioning
- Health monitoring
- Medical laboratory procedures
- Active listening
- Professional bedside manner
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Mobility assistance
- Restocking supplies
- Sterilization techniques
- Bed preparation
- Healthy meal preparation
- Monitoring patient conditions
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Hospice and palliative care
- Compassionate care
- Feeding assistance
- Room cleaning and restocking
- Colostomy care
Certification
certified medication aide
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Atlantic Health System
07.2023 - Current
Certified Medication Aide
erickson senior living
07.2021 - 07.2025
Some College (No Degree) -
Trinity College