Open To Work
Averyona Baker
Coolidge
Summary
Compassionate Patient Care Technician with expertise in patient observation, infection control, and bedside manner. Committed to enhancing patient comfort and safety while collaborating effectively with healthcare teams.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Banner Casa Grande Medical Center
Casa Grande, AZ
10.2025 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with daily living activities to enhance patient comfort and independence.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Implemented infection control measures to ensure a safe environment for patients.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
Nursing Student
Banner Baywood Medical Center
Mesa, AZ
02.2026 - 04.2026
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care plans.
- Led peer training sessions on best practices in nursing procedures and protocols.
- Developed initiatives to enhance patient engagement and satisfaction within the unit.
- Streamlined communication processes among multidisciplinary teams to improve workflow efficiency.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Participated in clinical rotations across various departments for well-rounded exposure to diverse nursing practices.
- Participated in skills lab simulations to further develop nursing skills.
Nursing Student
Banner Desert Medical Center
Mesa, AZ
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted in patient assessments and care planning to ensure effective treatment delivery.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to implement patient-centered care strategies.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses for safety and efficacy.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
- Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Cleaned and treated wounds to avoid infection and provide protection.
CNA
Arizona Training Program
Coolidge, AZ
01.2020 - 10.2025
- Provided compassionate care and support to patients in daily living activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted in the implementation of care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Trained and mentored junior CNAs on best practices in patient care and safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress and care provided during shifts.
Nursing Student
Banner Gateway Medical Center
Gilbert, AZ
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
- Contributed to a safe and hygienic environment by adhering to strict infection control protocols and maintaining proper sanitation procedures.
- Bathed, changed and fed patients suffering from discomfort, ailments and disabilities to provide extra assistance and care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing patients'' needs, enabling timely identification of potential concerns requiring intervention from nursing staff or physicians.
- Developed strong organizational skills through careful management of multiple patient assignments and competing priorities during clinical rotations.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Carrington College
Mesa, AZ09-2026
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- Basic life support
- Infection control standards
- Catheter care
- ADL support
- Specimen collection
- Professional bedside manner
- Clinical training
- Active listening
- Acute care
- Patient advocacy
Timeline
Nursing Student
Banner Baywood Medical Center
02.2026 - 04.2026
Patient Care Technician
Banner Casa Grande Medical Center
10.2025 - Current
Nursing Student
Banner Desert Medical Center
10.2025 - 01.2026
Nursing Student
Banner Gateway Medical Center
03.2025 - 05.2025
CNA
Arizona Training Program
01.2020 - 10.2025
Associate of Science - Nursing
Carrington College