Cheri Harris
Irving
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician with experience at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital, skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate patient care. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and attention to detail. Committed to promoting safety and dignity while delivering high-quality support in fast-paced healthcare environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
The Eden Of Las Colinas
02.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Patient Care Technician
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
03.2017 - 01.2022
- 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.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- 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.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Improved patient satisfaction with attentive communication and responsiveness to needs.
- Collected and documented patient information to aid in accurate medical record keeping.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention.
Patient Care Technician
Dallas Medical Center
08.2014 - 03.2017
- 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.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans that addressed each patient''s unique needs.
- Supported optimal wound healing by skillfully changing dressings and monitoring for signs of infection or complications.
CNA
Keller Oaks Rehabilitation Center
01.2012 - 08.2014
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
Education
Certificate - Certified Nurses Assistant
Oxford College Of Health And Science
Aurora, CO01.2004
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Hoyer Lift Experience
- Attention to detail
- Basic life support
Dressing assistance
Timeline
CNA
The Eden Of Las Colinas
02.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
03.2017 - 01.2022
Patient Care Technician
Dallas Medical Center
08.2014 - 03.2017
CNA
Keller Oaks Rehabilitation Center
01.2012 - 08.2014
Certificate - Certified Nurses Assistant
Oxford College Of Health And Science
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