Focused patient care professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering basic patient care. Offers 3 years of comprehensive experience in recording vital signs, collecting specimens and preparing accurate documentation. Recognized by patients for delivering five-star patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
St. Thomas Rutherford Hospital
07.2021 - Current
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Supported needs of up to 18+ patients in hospital setting.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Adams Place Assisted Living
10.2020 - 07.2021
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, O2 sat, and respirations.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Supported needs of up to 14+ patients in hospital setting.