Chalisa White
Summary
Friendly and compassionate individual with strong interpersonal skills and passion for patient care. Knowledge of basic medical terminology and proficiency in vital sign monitoring and patient assistance. Committed to providing high-quality care to improve patient well-being.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Kettering Medical Center
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Supported optimal wound healing by skillfully changing dressings and monitoring for signs of infection or complications.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and post-discharge instructions, empowering them to take control of their own health maintenance.
- Prepared and maintained patient rooms for admissions, discharges, and transfers, ensuring readiness and comfort.
- Improved patient satisfaction with attentive communication and responsiveness to needs.
- Collected and documented patient information to aid in accurate medical record keeping.
- Conducted patient education on treatment procedures and post-discharge care, promoting better health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate bedside care and support.
- Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to safer hospital environment.
- Fostered clean and hygienic environment, reducing risk of infections.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention.
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients through diligent observation and reporting of changes in condition.
- Enhanced teamwork by collaborating closely with nurses and doctors to coordinate patient care.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- 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.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Spring Senior Community
12.2021 - 03.2022
- 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.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- 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.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nina Home Health Care
07.2016 - 04.2018
- 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.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring respectful and ethical care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Trotwood High School
Trotwood, OHSkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Reliable team player
- CPR certification
- Bathing assistance
- Compassionate
- Infection control
- Feeding assistance
- Transfer techniques
- Patient lifting
- Urinary catheter care
- Patient positioning
- Ambulation assistance
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Kettering Medical Center
02.2022 - 08.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Spring Senior Community
12.2021 - 03.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nina Home Health Care
07.2016 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Trotwood High School
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