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Overview
Work History
Education
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Casen D. Thomas

Bridgeport,CT

Summary

Compassionate Patient Care Technician experienced in enhancing patient well-being through individualized care and effective communication. Delivered quality health care by monitoring vital signs and educating patients on health management, ensuring safety and comfort in clinical environments.

Overview

3
3
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Yale New Haven Health System
Bridgeport, CT
06.2021 - Current
  • Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities to enhance patient comfort and recovery.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
  • Responded promptly to patient call lights to provide assistance.
  • Documented patient progress and communicated updates to families to ensure informed care decisions.
  • Educated patients on health management and wellness practices.
  • Utilized electronic health records to track patient information efficiently.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient care areas.

Patient Care Technician

Hospital For Special Care
New Britain, Connecticut
09.2020 - 06.2021
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
  • Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient care areas.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Genisis Health Care
Naugatuck, Connecticut
05.2016 - 10.2020
  • Assisted patients with daily activities and personal care needs.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient living areas.

Hospice Aide

Seasons Hospice
Middlebury, Connecticut
07.2019 - 08.2020
  • Provided compassionate personal care to patients in hospice settings.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and mobility assistance.
  • Developed relationships with patients that promoted trust, compassion and dignity throughout hospice journey.
  • Supported families by offering emotional support and guidance.
  • Communicated effectively with healthcare team about patient needs.
  • Documented patient care activities in electronic health records accurately.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance caregiving skills and knowledge.

Education

Patient Care Technician Certificate -

Valley Medical Institute
Bridgeport, CT

Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate -

Valley Medical Institute
Bridgeport, CT

Diploma -

Bullard Haven Technical School
Bridgeport, CT
08.2009 - 06.2012

Skills

  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Electronic health records
  • Patient safety
  • Infection control
  • Blood draw procedures
  • Basic life support
  • Basic wound management
  • Patient education
  • Healthcare communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Compassionate support
  • End-of-life support

Education Certifications

  • Patient Care Technician Certificate, Valley Medical Institute, Bridgeport, CT, 01/01/14
  • Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate, Valley Medical Institute, Bridgeport, CT, 01/01/14
  • BS Psychology and Human Services, 05/01/16
  • Diploma, Bullard Haven Technical School, 06/01/12

Major Strengths

  • Months’ of working experience as a patient care technician extern
  • Familiar with medical terminology and disease control standards
  • Assisting with patient care, planning and assessments including – recording vital signs, height, weight, input output, collect and test specimens, report and record patients condition and patient treatments.
  • Helped patient with nutritional needs - check deliver food trays, assist with feeding the patient if necessary.
  • Assist patients with their mobility - turn and positioning, do range of motion exercises, transferring patients to and from wheelchair, assist with ambulation.

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

Yale New Haven Health System
06.2021 - Current

Patient Care Technician

Hospital For Special Care
09.2020 - 06.2021

Hospice Aide

Seasons Hospice
07.2019 - 08.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

Genisis Health Care
05.2016 - 10.2020

Diploma -

Bullard Haven Technical School
08.2009 - 06.2012

Patient Care Technician Certificate -

Valley Medical Institute

Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate -

Valley Medical Institute
Casen D. Thomas