Ayana Dixon
Dayton,Ohio
Summary
Adept in vital signs monitoring and providing ADL support, I enhanced patient satisfaction and efficiency at DaVita by streamlining care processes and fostering patient independence. My adaptable nature and expertise in infection prevention have been pivotal in delivering compassionate care, significantly improving quality of life for those under my care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
DaVita
05.2023 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care technology advancements.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention.
Activity Director's Assistant
Carecore Mary Scott
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided emotional support and companionship to improve quality of life for residents.
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
- Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
Caregiver
Cottages of Clayton
04.2020 - 07.2021
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
Caregiver
Spring Hills Assisted Living
03.2019 - 02.2020
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Patient Care Technician
Kindred Hospital
01.2017 - 11.2018
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
Caregiver
Elmcroft Assisted Living
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bridgescape Academy
Dayton, OH06-2017
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection control standards
- ADL support
- Adaptable
- Infection prevention
- Healthy meal preparation
- Monitoring fluids
- Documentation expert
- Patient comfort
- Patient bathing
- Blood Pressure Measurement
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Achieve dialysis by completing treatment with accuracy and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team of 4 in the development of nephrology.
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Patient Care Technician Certification (PCT) - National Healthcareer Association.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
DaVita
05.2023 - Current
Activity Director's Assistant
Carecore Mary Scott
04.2022 - 12.2022
Caregiver
Cottages of Clayton
04.2020 - 07.2021
Caregiver
Spring Hills Assisted Living
03.2019 - 02.2020
Patient Care Technician
Kindred Hospital
01.2017 - 11.2018
Caregiver
Elmcroft Assisted Living
01.2015 - 12.2016
High School Diploma -
Bridgescape Academy