Constance Norcross
Troy,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented Patient Care Technician with a strong background in monitoring vital signs and performing diagnostic tests. Recognized for mentoring new staff and enhancing patient care through effective training and individualized care plans.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
University of Virginia Hospital
Charlottesville, VA
08.2016 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient care areas in compliance with protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices for patient interactions and care procedures.
- 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.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fluvanna County High School
Palmyra, VA05-2006
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- Basic life support
- Catheter care
- Specimen collection
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Feeding assistance
- Patient positioning
- Hospice and palliative care
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
University of Virginia Hospital
08.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Fluvanna County High School