Brooke Messer
North Olmsted,OH
Summary
Adept Patient Care Technician from University Hospitals, Cleveland Medical Center, showcasing exceptional adaptability and compassion. Excelled in a high-pressure environment, mastering skills such as blood draws and EKG interpretation. Demonstrated unparalleled attention to detail and teamwork, significantly enhancing patient care and support.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
University Hospitals, Cleveland Medical Center
Cleveland, OH
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Worked in a fast-paced work environment.
- Helped assist nurses with doing blood draws.
- Trained how to straight-stick patients for blood work.
- Certified MST (Multi-skilled Technician): able to take out IVs, place straight sticks for lab work, and able to take out Foley catheters.
- Able to work a bladder scanner and chart mL of urine.
- Understanding vital signs and when to alert a nurse when vitals are not within the normal range.
- Able to do I&Os and chart patients' outcomes.
- Able to know when a patient needs an EKG, able to place EKG leads correctly, understand when EKG reads STEMI to quickly find a doctor.
- Helped nurses with behavioral health patients.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to individuals in a healthcare setting.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Monitored vital signs, and reported any changes or abnormalities to the nursing staff.
- Assisted with mobility and transfers, ensuring patient safety at all times.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment for patients, promoting infection control practices.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times.
- Responded promptly to call lights or requests for assistance from patients.
- Ensured proper use and maintenance of medical equipment and supplies.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals regarding patient needs.
- Managed multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.
- Demonstrated empathy, compassion, patience, and respect towards all patients.
- Followed established protocols for infection prevention and control measures.
- Adhered strictly to confidentiality guidelines when handling sensitive patient information.
- Safely transported patients using appropriate transfer techniques.
- Closely monitored intake/output measurements, such as fluid balance charts,
- Recognize changes in mental status or behavior that require immediate attention.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Assisted MDs, DOs, or PAs with small procedures.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chardon High School
Chardon,OH05-2018
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
Westlake, OHSkills
- Attention to detail
- Compassion
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Communication
- Adaptability
Certification
- Certified Multi Skilled Technican
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
University Hospitals, Cleveland Medical Center
01.2023 - 01.2025
High School Diploma -
Chardon High School
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Cuyahoga Community College
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