Brahnwyn Austin
Columbia,Maryland
Summary
Attentive professional excited to bring expertise in patient care to growing hospital. Highly accomplished in quickly building rapport with patients, performing assessments and using clinical knowledge and skills to treat patients. Committed to working as part of larger team to deliver high-quality care to diverse patient populations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Aya Healthcare
Baltimore, MD
11.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care services.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
- Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Patient Care Technician
Cross Country Healthcare
Towson, MD
02.2014 - 11.2024
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
Emergency Room Technician
Laurel Regional Hospital
Laurel, MD
03.2003 - 07.2013
- Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.Provided patient care by taking vital signs, inserting IVs, drawing blood and administering medications.Worked on variety of projects to provide supplemental support to unit staff and enhance department.Completed documentation for each patient encounter accurately and within established timeframes.Performed quality assurance activities related to emergency room processes, protocols and equipment maintenance.Triaged patients to award priority to patients with more severe complications.Transported patients from the ER to other departments or units throughout the hospital as needed.Maintained compliance with HIPAA protocols to safeguard patient privacy.Ensured proper disposal of hazardous materials such as needles or contaminated linens.Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.Assessed patients' needs for pain relief medication according to established protocols.Recorded all pertinent information regarding patient encounters into electronic health records system.Administered oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, wound dressings and splinting and casting per physician orders.Attended training to validate or refresh basic professional skills.Received blood and bodily fluid samples and passed to employeesMonitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
- Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
- Provided patient care by taking vital signs, inserting IVs, drawing blood and administering medications.
- Worked on variety of projects to provide supplemental support to unit staff and enhance department.
- Completed documentation for each patient encounter accurately and within established timeframes.
- Performed quality assurance activities related to emergency room processes, protocols and equipment maintenance.
- Triaged patients to award priority to patients with more severe complications.
- Transported patients from the ER to other departments or units throughout the hospital as needed.
- Maintained compliance with HIPAA protocols to safeguard patient privacy.
- Ensured proper disposal of hazardous materials such as needles or contaminated linens.
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
- Assessed patients' needs for pain relief medication according to established protocols.
- Recorded all pertinent information regarding patient encounters into electronic health records system.
- Administered oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, wound dressings and splinting and casting per physician orders.
- Attended training to validate or refresh basic professional skills.
- Received blood and bodily fluid samples and passed to employees
- Monitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
- Maintained supplies in the Emergency Room including stocking shelves and disposing of outdated or expired items.
- Applied and educated patients on orthopedic devices like crutch walking.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to code blue calls in order to provide effective lifesaving measures.
- Safely transferred patients to wheelchair or stretchers for transportation to other departments.
- Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
- Managed the flow of patients through triage to ensure timely access to medical care.
- Took blood pressure measurements and reported to nurse or physician if above or below normal levels.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Education
Certified Nursing Asdistant -
Indian Creek Nursing Center
Overland Park, KS09-1989
Medical Assistant
National Education Center
Kansas City, MO08-1989
High School Diploma -
Southeast High School
Kansas City, MO05-1987
Skills
- ER support
- Transportation coordination
- 12-lead EKG monitoring
- Medical terminology
- Taking and tracking vital signs
- Substance abuse care
- Venipuncture
- Phlebotomy techniques
Covid Team
- Worked on the Covid Team at University of MD ortho and rehab testing the patients coming in for surgical procedures as well as inpatient and employees
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Aya Healthcare
11.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Cross Country Healthcare
02.2014 - 11.2024
Emergency Room Technician
Laurel Regional Hospital
03.2003 - 07.2013
Certified Nursing Asdistant -
Indian Creek Nursing Center
Medical Assistant
National Education Center
High School Diploma -
Southeast High School