Cassandra Brown
Port Saint Lucie,FL
Summary
With a proven track record at HCA Healthcare Florida Lawnwood, I excel in patient care, demonstrating exceptional time management and ADL support skills. My experience includes enhancing patient satisfaction, streamlining healthcare workflows, and mentoring new technicians, significantly contributing to efficient care delivery and patient advocacy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician - Trauma
HCA Healthcare Florida Lawnwood
03.2021 - Current
- Monitor vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assist nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhance patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assist in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Float to other units in hospital as needed, due to patient census as patient care technician or patient sitter
Patient Care Technician - OR
Lawnwood Regional Hospital
11.2019 - 03.2021
- Monitored pre-op vital signs and assisted nurses with orthoprep prior to surgery.
- Patient transport to the OR and from recovery
- Room turnovers and stocking of supplies
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
Team Center Coordinator- ICU
Cleveland Clinic Martin Health System
02.2018 - 11.2019
- Entered data for daily audits, called in consults for patients, and obtain medical records.
- Handled scheduling tasks with charge nurse for multiple rooms within the unit while minimizing conflicts.
- Provided support to staff members through training and guidance on center policies, procedures, and code of conduct
- Monitored facility maintenance needs, scheduling repairs as needed to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for staff and patients
- Floated to other units as needed, due to patient census as patient care technician, patient sitter or team center coordinator
Patient Care Technician - SICU
Martin Memorial Hospital
08.2015 - 02.2018
- Demonstrated adaptability while working alongside various medical teams including respiratory therapists, dietitians, case managers, and social workers to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Facilitated seamless shift transitions by accurately reporting patient status and progress to incoming healthcare professionals.
- Improved ICU efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and coordinating patient needs with medical staff.
- Aided in the stabilization of critical patients with emergency interventions such as CPR or AED usage under supervision of RNs or physicians.
- Supported patients during recovery periods with proper positioning techniques, wound care, and hygiene assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Skillfully managed time-sensitive tasks such as blood draws or ekg's while maintaining a high level of attention to detail on each procedure performed.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Florida Baptist Retirement Ctr
07.2013 - 08.2015
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Keiser University
Port Saint Lucie, FL03-2010
High School Diploma -
Fort Pierce Central High School
Ft. Pierce, FL05-2008
Skills
- ADL support
- Perform laboratory and clinical procedures
- Perform patient transport
- Certified CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Medical office administration knowledge
- Patient Advocacy
- Time management abilities
Timeline
Patient Care Technician - Trauma
HCA Healthcare Florida Lawnwood
03.2021 - Current
Patient Care Technician - OR
Lawnwood Regional Hospital
11.2019 - 03.2021
Team Center Coordinator- ICU
Cleveland Clinic Martin Health System
02.2018 - 11.2019
Patient Care Technician - SICU
Martin Memorial Hospital
08.2015 - 02.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Florida Baptist Retirement Ctr
07.2013 - 08.2015
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Keiser University
High School Diploma -
Fort Pierce Central High School
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