Arthur Karcz
Lake In The Hills,IL
Summary
In the last 30 years have worked many jobs starting as plumbers asst in the 90's,painter,contractor asst eventually taking college classes at College of Lake County to become Certified nursing asst working at Lake view Nursing and Rehabilitation Ctr.I have continued my education and received certification as Physical and Occupational Rehab Assistant. In January of 2000 I started working at Resurrection Medical Center in Chicago where i completed course to become a Patient Care Technician with various responsibilities dealing with patient in inpatient rehabilitation environment. While on the job i was trained in various computer charting systems such as most recent Epic. I became after training so called a super user training many of my coworkers in new charting systems that changed over the years. My job over the years involved dealing with people that were in crisis mode. Health failing families distressed with dealing with what life brings sometimes. At this point in my career i decided to make a change. I feel that need a new challenge I feel that i reached limit in what medical field can offer me. After extensive research and help from friends and family i feel becoming an Insurance Adjuster is my calling. In the last 20 years i have bought and remodeled properties which is an ongoing process with help of my family member who is a contractor and does this for living. I feel that i have learned a lot doing flooring, drywall, painting, plumbing, tiling,woodwork, appliance installation and fixing, patio installation and many others. I am a quick learner who is determined and willing to work hard. I would love an opportunity to become a Insurance Adjuster and be an asset to your company.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Inpatient Rehabilitation Patient Care Technician
Resurrection Medical Center
01.2000 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
- Educated patients and families on proper care and treatment to facilitate successful home care.
- Used principles of growth and development to provide age-specific treatment and care.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Delivered high-quality care to [Type] patients in hospital facility.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Certified Nursing Asst
Lakeview Nursing And Rehabilitation Ctr
06.1992 - 08.2005
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Answered telephones and performed light clerical duties to maintain smooth operations while attending to various program needs.
- Assisted patients during ambulation to prevent injuries.
- Prepared patients for treatment by positioning, dressing or removing external supports.
- Observed patients awaiting therapy or transportation to note needs and handle situations appropriately.
- Administered structured activities to socialize patients.
- Performed treatment procedures to improve patient's functioning.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of clinic or treatment environment.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to physical therapist.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Prepared for sessions by setting up patient treatment areas and equipment.
- Scheduled patient appointments to meet treatment requirements and provide quality care.
- Assisted physical therapists with patient examinations using manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercise instruction.
- Utilized gait belts, lifts, or slings to safely move and transfer patients.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
- Educated patients and families on exercises and proper body mechanics.
- Collaborated with physical therapist in creating patient treatment plans and specific home exercise programs.
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system.
- Checked physical therapy supplies, assisting with ordering and restocking.
- Facilitated patient and family education and training on assistive device and adaptive equipment uses.
- Developed and facilitated patient specific stretching and strengthening programs.
Education
High School Diploma -
8 Liceum Ogolnoksztalcace
Cracow PolandHistory
Universytet Jagiellonski
Cracow,PolandSkills
- Quality Control Analysis
- First Aid
- Family Communication
- Admissions Support
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Computer Literacy
- Emotional and Social Support
- Monitoring Fluids
- Symptom Documentation
- Data Collection
- Patient Positioning Understanding
- Coordination
- Critical Thinking
- Equipment Disinfection
- Monitor Vitals
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Patient Safety Management
- Light Signaling
- Monitoring Patient Conditions
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Human Anatomy
- Disability Care
- Equipment Selection
- Speaking
- Taking Vital Signs
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Patient Information Collection
- Documenting Behaviors
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Mobility Devices
- Supplies Delivery
- Patient Safety
- Consistent Follow Through
- Patient Feeding
- Corrective Action Planning
- Healthy Living Activities
- Assisting with Daily Living
- Judgment and Decision-Making
- Observing Responses
- Geriatrics
- Vitals Documentation
- Culturally Competent Care
- Nursing Staff Support
- Observation Documentation
- Medical Equipment Operations
- Patient Care and Monitoring
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Feeding Assistance
- Monitoring
- Service-Orientation
- Unit Supply Maintenance
- Patient Admission
- Nutrition and Diet
- Pathology
- Writing
- Infection Control Standards
- Instructing
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Medical Supply Monitoring
- Calm Under Stress
- Oral Hygiene
- Intercultural Competence
- Reading Comprehension
- Patient Transporting
- Cultural Awareness
- Restock Shelves
- Active Listening
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Simple Dressings
- Mobility Assistance Aptitude
- Patient Service
- Time Management
Certification
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- Certified Certified Rehab Asst
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Polish
Native or Bilingual
Russian
Limited Working
Timeline
Inpatient Rehabilitation Patient Care Technician
Resurrection Medical Center
01.2000 - Current
Certified Nursing Asst
Lakeview Nursing And Rehabilitation Ctr
06.1992 - 08.2005
High School Diploma -
8 Liceum Ogolnoksztalcace
History
Universytet Jagiellonski