Candice Ferrell
Semmes,AL
Summary
Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care.
Experienced Healthcare team member proficient in biological specimen collection, mobility assistance and emergency situation management. Demonstrated strengths in building relationships, prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively. Hardworking and dedicated with emergency certification.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
USA Providence Hospital
Mobile, AL
09.2007 - Current
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Explained treatment procedures to patients and their families.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or strher as needed.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care services.
- Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Georgia Medical Institute-Dekalb
Atlanta, GASkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Restocking supplies
- Basic nursing care
- Information Protection
- Patient Education
- Specimen Collection
- Emergency Response
- Patient Observation
- Healthcare expertise
- Data Collection
- Patient positioning understanding
- EKG Interpretation
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Phlebotomy Techniques
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Patient Services
- Catheter Care
- Clinical Training
- Medical Laboratory Procedures
- First Aid Certification
- Infection Control
- Health Education
- Basic Life Support
- Patient evaluations
- Patient Relations
- Medical Terminology
- Supply Restocking
- Bedsore Prevention
- Injury Prevention
- CPR Certification
- Biohazard Disposal
- Care Monitoring
- Direct Patient Care
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Transporting patients
- Calm Under Stress
- Responding to emergencies
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
USA Providence Hospital
09.2007 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Georgia Medical Institute-Dekalb
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