Brenda Elijah
Cleveland Clinic Martin Hospital
Stuart
2
Languages
1
Certification
4
years of professional experience
Compassionate and dedicated Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) with 3 years of experience providing exceptional patient care in a Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit (CVPCU). Experienced in delivering safe, patient-centered care by assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), monitoring vital signs, performing EKGs, drawing blood specimens, conducting bladder scans, and promptly reporting changes in patient condition to the nursing team. Recognized for strong clinical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced acute care environment.
Work History
Patient Care Technician (CPCT/A)
3 Years 7 Months- Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit (CVPCU)
- Provide direct patient care for cardiovascular patients in a fast-paced progressive care unit.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility.
- Obtain and accurately document vital signs, promptly reporting abnormal findings to registered nurses.
- Perform 12-lead EKGs to assist with cardiac monitoring and diagnostic testing.
- Collect blood specimens through venipuncture while following infection control and patient safety standards.
- Perform bladder scans to assist in assessing urinary retention and communicate results to the healthcare team.
- Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges while ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Maintain accurate patient documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
- Follow hospital policies, HIPAA regulations, and infection prevention protocols to ensure safe patient care.
Education
Associates of Art
Associates of Science
High School Diploma
Skills
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Patient Assessment & Observation
Vital Signs Monitoring
Abnormal Vital Sign Recognition & Reporting
Phlebotomy (Blood Collection)
12-Lead EKG Performance
Bladder Scanning
Patient Mobility & Safe Transfers
Infection Prevention & Control
Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Team Collaboration
Patient Safety & Compassionate Care
HIPAA Compliance
Certification
- Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Patient Care Technician (CPCT/A)
Cleveland Clinic Martin Hospital
01.2023 - CurrentRead More
High School Diploma
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Associates of Science
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Associates of Art
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