Cristilynne Rimmer
Altus,OK
Summary
. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Diligent College Student focused on nursing and dedication to prompt project completion and continual adaptation. Team-oriented collaborator with reliability and focus on equitable task distribution through group projects and motivation to accomplish mutually held goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
US Renal
Altus , OK
2022.08 - Current
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Explained treatment procedures to patients and their families.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or strher as needed.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Patient Care Technician
DaVita
Crestview , FL
2019.04 - 2022.07
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
- Explained treatment procedures to patients and their families.
- Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
Education
Phlebotomy - Phlebotomy
Red River Technology Center
Duncan, OK2015-10
High School Diploma -
Comanche High School
Comanche, OK2011-05
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Oklahoma State College
Altus, OKSkills
- Basic nursing care
- Sterilization techniques
- Patient Observation
- Feeding Assistance
- Patient Education
- Mobility Assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Emergency Response
- Information Protection
- Corrective Action Planning
- Medical Laboratory Procedures
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Clinical Training
- Catheter Care
- Patient Services
- Data Collection
- Infection control standards
- Healthcare expertise
- Phlebotomy Techniques
- Medical Terminology
- Universal Precautions
- CPR Certification
- Health Education
- Patient Assessments
- Electronic Charting
- Caregiver Relations
- Patient Relations
- Patient evaluations
- Injury Prevention
- Clinical Documentation
- Care Monitoring
- Biohazard Disposal
- First Aid Certification
- HIPAA Compliance
- Problem-solving abilities
- Analytical Thinking
- Relationship Building
- Inpatient Care
- Phlebotomy Training
- Patient Safety Management
- Problem-Solving
- Reliability
- Collecting vital signs
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Patient Care Technician
Certification
- Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
- Certified Phlebotomist
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
US Renal
2022.08 - Current
Patient Care Technician
DaVita
2019.04 - 2022.07
Phlebotomy - Phlebotomy
Red River Technology Center
High School Diploma -
Comanche High School
Associate of Science - Nursing
Western Oklahoma State College
- Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
- Certified Phlebotomist
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