Sincere Certified Nurse Technician, offering superior skills in patient needs assessment and healthcare team collaboration. Passionate multi-tasker dedicated to supporting team objectives to facilitate top-quality care. Well-versed in monitoring and noting vital signs, cleaning and sanitizing patient areas and assisting with personal hygiene tasks such as toileting and grooming.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nurse Technician
Laureate, Saint Francis Hospital
Tulsa , OK
10.2013 - 12.2021
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
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.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
Delivered compassionate care and clear communication in handling issues of death and dying.
Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition and progress.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Collaborated in consults, patient care plan development and patient monitoring.
Assisted patients with mobility issues in areas such as beds, wheelchair usage and automobile travel.
Promoted patient socialization, self-care and development by recognizing and using patient strengths to motivate patient.
Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
Collaborated with peers and attended meetings to brainstorm new activities for patients and discuss ways to resolve issues.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook.
Accompanied client to medical appointments.
Assisted patients with therapy exercises as specified by care team.
Maintained and organized patient rooms and communal spaces to minimize environmental and safety hazards.
Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
Adhered to all resident lifting and safe lifting instructions and rules.
Placed and removed protective devices such as bedside rails and hand restraints to prevent patient injury during treatment.
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Private Home Health Care Provider
Robin Broder
Tulsa, OK
03.2018 - 04.2020
Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
Increased medication and medical terminology knowledge through research and continuing education.
Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
Helped patient safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Interacted kindly with patient and family and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
Encouraged patient to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
Client Implementation/Electronic Data Interchange
Infinedi, LLC
Tulsa , OK
01.2010 - 10.2013
Transmitted records and files to customers efficiently to maintain operational timelines.
Transcribed voice recordings covering wide range of medical specialties and prepared comprehensive, accurate and medically acceptable patient treatment records.
Built and deepened positive and productive relationships with business partners.
Collaborated closely with upper management to drive strategy through development and implementation of new processes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Studies in Practical Nursing
Platt College
Tulsa, OK
11.2021 - Current
Skills
Companionship and emotional support
Patient-focused care
Compassionate
Trustworthy companion
Infection Control
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Efficient and reliable team player
Compassionate caregiver
Adaptable
Recording vital signs
Timeline
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Studies in Practical Nursing