Brantajia Thomas
Tarpon Springs,FL
Summary
Patient care technician with a reputation for compassion and efficiency in the workplace. Competent at taking vital signs and monitoring patients. Showcase exceptional communication, empathy, and collaboration skills to guarantee top-notch patient care and assistance. Experienced CNA and CMA who has worked with patients who have chronic illnesses, providing them with assistance with ADLs and medication administration. Extremely sympathetic and patient. Experienced working in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Customer service, multitasking, and time management skills possessed by a diligent worker. Dedicated to providing exceptional service that leaves a lasting impression on every client.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
BayCare
New Port Richey, FL
05.2024 - Current
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Ensured safe and efficient transfer of patients to various areas in wheelchairs.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Offered compassionate support for individuals during stressful periods.
- Supported efforts to ensure a secure environment by observing infection control standards.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Documented patient intake, dietary requirements, and aided with feeding and monitoring as needed.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
CNA
Freedom Square
Seminole, FL
10.2023 - Current
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
CNA/CMA
Larksfield Place
Wichita, KS
03.2019 - 08.2023
- Monitored residents with self-administered medications and reported deviation from plans of care to licensed or registered nurse.
- Administered scheduled drugs under direct supervision of licensed nurse.
- Prevented spread of infection by consistent hand washing, universal precautions and special isolation procedures.
- Assisted with medication administration, including dispensing and documentation of patient medications.
- Preparedvarious medications per shift to distribute to patients orally, topically, or through inhalation.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including medication reminders.
- Followed protocols for disposing of expired or unused medications safely.
- Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations regarding medication administration.
- Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
St. Petersburg, FL03-2025
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing
Butler Community College
El Dorado, KS07-2021
High School Diploma -
Wichita Northwest High School
Wichita, KS05-2019
Skills
- ADL support
- Basic nursing care
- CPR certification
- Catheter care
- Active listening
- End-of-life care
- Compassionate care
Certification
- Certificated Nurse Assistant
- Certificated Medication Aide
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
BayCare
05.2024 - Current
CNA
Freedom Square
10.2023 - Current
CNA/CMA
Larksfield Place
03.2019 - 08.2023
- Certificated Nurse Assistant
- Certificated Medication Aide
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Galen College of Nursing
Associate of Science - Pre-Nursing
Butler Community College
High School Diploma -
Wichita Northwest High School
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