Courtney White
Chicago,IL
Summary
Offering strong foundation of empathy and commitment to patient care, eager to learn and grow in healthcare setting. Brings understanding of patient care guidelines and basic healthcare procedures, combined with skills in communication and teamwork. Ready to use and develop patient care and clinical assistance skills in cna role.
Experienced with patient care and daily living assistance. Utilizes effective communication and problem-solving skills to ensure patient comfort and safety. Track record of collaborating with healthcare teams to maintain high standard of care.
Compassionate and dedicated with natural ability to connect with patients and provide quality care. Understands basic patient care principles and proficient in vital signs monitoring and assisting with daily living activities. Committed to making positive impact by ensuring patient comfort and well-being.
Experienced healthcare professional prepared to contribute to patient care and support. Adept at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving outcomes. Skilled in patient communication, basic medical procedures, and maintaining clean, safe environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to meet changing needs.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Loyola University Medical Center
12.2024 - 08.2025
- 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.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- 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.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
Patient Care Technician
Kindred Hospital (Northlake)
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- 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.
- Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families, addressing questions or concerns with patience and understanding while maintaining patient confidentiality.
Patient Care Technician
AMITA Health Resurrection Medical Center
03.2023 - 12.2023
- 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.
- Assisted with patient care, feeding patients, daily activities and personal hygiene
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rauner College Prep
Chicago, IL05-2021
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Bathing assistance
- Attention to detail
- HIPAA compliance
- Basic life support
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Flexibility and adaptability
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 2 in the development of stopping patient from bleeding and also aspirating
- Performing CPR
- Helping patient to bathroom, while helping patient back I saved the patient from falling due to dizziness and feeling faint
- Having high volume of patients, working with team members to help give patients the best care as possible, completing all patient care before clocking out
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- BLS
Timeline
CNA
Loyola University Medical Center
12.2024 - 08.2025
Patient Care Technician
Kindred Hospital (Northlake)
03.2024 - 10.2024
Patient Care Technician
AMITA Health Resurrection Medical Center
03.2023 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
Rauner College Prep
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