Autumn Turner
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Summary
Healthcare professional ready to contribute to patient care excellence. Expertise in providing compassionate care and supporting medical staff in fast-paced environments. Reliable team player focused on adapting to evolving patient needs and delivering quality outcomes.
Professional healthcare provider with strong expertise in patient care and support. Skilled in assisting medical staff, managing patient needs, and maintaining healthcare standards. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and reliability in fast-paced environments. Proficient in vital signs monitoring, patient mobility assistance, and medical documentation.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Western Western Maryland Hospital
Cumberland, MD
06.2019 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Trained new staff on procedures and best practices for patient care delivery.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families, addressing questions or concerns with patience and understanding while maintaining patient confidentiality.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lions Center Nursing and Rehab
Cumberland, MD
09.2011 - 08.2015
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Supported rehabilitation efforts by encouraging participation in therapy sessions.
- Maintained accurate patient records, enhancing communication among healthcare team members.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Advocated for resident needs and preferences, fostering a person-centered approach to care.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Golden Living Center - Nursing Home
Cumberland, MD
05.2006 - 2011
- Implemented infection control measures, contributing to a safe environment for residents.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Education
No Degree - Medical Laboratory Science
Allegany College of Maryland
Cumberland, MDHigh School Diploma -
Fort Hill High School
Cumberland, MD05-2006
Certificate - Phlebotomy And EKG
Allegany Collage of Maryland
Cumberland, MD05-2007
Certificate of Technical Studies - Health Occuptions
Center For Career Technical Education
Cumberland, MD05-2006
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- Basic life support
- Catheter care
- Infection control standards
- ADL support
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Specimen collection
- Patient positioning
- Emotional support
- Infection prevention
- Hospice and palliative care
- IV insertion
- End-of-life care
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Western Western Maryland Hospital
06.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lions Center Nursing and Rehab
09.2011 - 08.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Golden Living Center - Nursing Home
05.2006 - 2011
No Degree - Medical Laboratory Science
Allegany College of Maryland
High School Diploma -
Fort Hill High School
Certificate - Phlebotomy And EKG
Allegany Collage of Maryland
Certificate of Technical Studies - Health Occuptions
Center For Career Technical Education