Dalton E Ferrell
Marietta,OH
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician with a proven track record at WVUMEDICINE, enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and efficient support in healthcare settings. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient relationship building, I've significantly contributed to improving care delivery and fostering a collaborative environment. Leveraging adaptability and expertise in infection prevention, I excel in promoting patient safety and comfort.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
WVUMEDICINE
08.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- For the past year and 1/2 I have worked in Same Day Care at CCMC where I mainly roomed out patients checking in for surgery and assisted nurses in monitoring patient phase 2 recovery.
In Home Health Care
Comfort Keepers Home Care
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Provided respite care for family caregivers by offering reliable support services such as companionship, light housekeeping, and transportation assistance.
- Contributed to positive health outcomes by advocating for the best possible resources and support available within the community or healthcare network.
- Ensured a safe and comfortable home environment for patients through meticulous housekeeping and organization tasks.
- Enhanced patient recovery times by implementing effective treatment plans and diligently monitoring progress.
- Effectively communicated with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address any concerns or questions.
- Assisted patients with mobility issues through gentle physical therapy exercises designed to improve strength, flexibility, and range of motion.
- Increased patient comfort levels through compassionate interaction and empathetic listening during challenging periods of illness or recovery.
- Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
- Worked as a patient sitter at Camden Clark while employed by Comfort Keepers
Education
No Degree - Pastoral Ministry
Kentucky Mountain Bible College
Vancleve, KY01-1982
High School Diploma -
River View
Warsaw, OH06-1969
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Infection control standards
- ADL support
- Adaptable
- Infection prevention
- Qualified in patient transport
- Restocking supplies
- Patient hygiene management
- Vitals documentation
- Bed preparation
- Monitoring patient conditions
- Patient-focused care
- Responding to emergencies
- Client documentation
- Patient relationship building
- Behavior redirection
- Multitasking
- Dementia Care
- Bedside manner
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
WVUMEDICINE
08.2022 - Current
In Home Health Care
Comfort Keepers Home Care
10.2019 - 08.2021
No Degree - Pastoral Ministry
Kentucky Mountain Bible College
High School Diploma -
River View
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