Danielle Long
Lexington,Virginia
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician with experience at Carilion Rockbridge Community Hospital, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient support. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and independence while maintaining infection control standards. Adaptable and committed to delivering quality care in high-pressure environments, ensuring safety and well-being for all patients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Carilion Rockbridge Community Hospital Emergency Department
05.2022 - Current
- Assist nursing staff in delivering quality patient care and support during daily activities
- Monitor and record vital signs, ensuring accurate documentation for healthcare professionals
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient rooms, contributing to a safe environment
- Support patients with daily living activities, promoting comfort and independence
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Respond to emergency situations with patients in the ED as well as other areas of the hospital.
Dispatcher
City Of Lexington - Government
05.2018 - 06.2023
- Managed emergency calls, prioritizing incidents based on severity and urgency.
- Coordinated response efforts with law enforcement and emergency services to ensure prompt assistance.
- Utilized computer-aided dispatch systems for efficient call tracking and resource allocation.
- Trained new dispatchers on protocols, procedures, and effective communication techniques.
- Monitored Police and Fire radios to provide assistance to responding personnel.
- Recorded and tracked emergency requests utilizing computer-aided dispatch systems.
- Supported law enforcement officers during high-risk situations by providing vital background data on suspect locations or histories.
Education
No Degree - Advanced Health Care
Mountain Gateway Community College
Clifton Forge, VAHigh School Diploma -
Rockbridge County High School
Lexington06-2013
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Blood glucose testing
- Infection control standards
- ADL support
- Specimen collection
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Feeding assistance
- Patient positioning
- Adaptable
- Professional bedside manner
- Emergency response
Certification
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- Advanced Health Care
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Carilion Rockbridge Community Hospital Emergency Department
05.2022 - Current
Dispatcher
City Of Lexington - Government
05.2018 - 06.2023
No Degree - Advanced Health Care
Mountain Gateway Community College
High School Diploma -
Rockbridge County High School
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