Brittany Riggins
Indianapolis,Indiana
Summary
Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 4 years of healthcare experience. Skilled at supporting transports, ambulating patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Nursing Student
Hondros College Of Nursing/ Clinical
04.2023 - Current
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
Patient Care Technician
Riley Hospital For Children At Indiana University Health
11.2020 - Current
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and post-discharge instructions, empowering them to take control of their own health maintenance.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on proper care and treatment to facilitate successful home care.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
Indianapolis, IN04.2024
Skills
- Certified Medication Technician (CMT)
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Timeline
LPN Nursing Student
Hondros College Of Nursing/ Clinical
04.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Riley Hospital For Children At Indiana University Health
11.2020 - Current
Diploma - Nursing
Hondros College of Nursing
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