Annette Brown
Wolf Lake,MI
Summary
Established Patient Care Technician offering CPR certified, clinical training in acute care, medical-surgical, skilled nursing, psychiatric, geriatric and rehabilitation units. Administered and assisted with glucose testing, injections, feedings and colostomy care. Proficient in nursing documentation, assessment and decision-making. Calm and effective in pressured and emergent situations.
Meticulous professional excited to bring talent and expertise to new position. Highly skilled in initiating, monitoring, and terminating hemodialysis treatment for patients with wide range of renal illnesses.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1987
1987
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician - CCHT
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
Muskegon, Michigan
03.2023 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with daily activities and personal care needs.
- Prepared and maintained dialysis equipment according to safety standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care plans.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems efficiently.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during treatment sessions.
- Adhered to all safety regulations while providing quality care to patients.
- Educated patients and families about treatment plans, medications and self-care techniques.
- Collected specimens from patients for diagnostic testing.
- Conducted educational classes on topics related to dialysis treatments.
- Observed infection control policies when providing care for infectious diseases.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care and progress in an electronic health record system.
- Performed clerical tasks such as scheduling appointments or updating medical charts.
- Performed routine sterilization, cleaning, and maintenance of hemodialysis machines and equipment.
Small Business Owner
Pretty in Paint MI
Muskegon, Michigan
05.2017 - Current
- Managed daily operations of a successful painting business.
- Developed marketing strategies to attract new customers.
- Oversaw inventory management and supply chain coordination.
- Crafted personalized service plans for client projects.
- Cultivated relationships with local suppliers and vendors.
- Oversaw daily operations of small business including customer service and financial management.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Supervised company social media and marketing efforts to expand brand awareness and attract new customers.
Education
Midland Valley High School
Clearwater , SCSkills
- Patient monitoring
- Dialysis equipment maintenance
- Electronic health records
- Specimen collection
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Catheter care
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
- CCHT 2023
- CPR American Red Cross 2025
Accomplishments
- I have received several awards and nominations from my current employer for various acknowledgements and accomplishments.
Timeline
Patient Care Technician - CCHT
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
03.2023 - Current
Small Business Owner
Pretty in Paint MI
05.2017 - Current
Midland Valley High School