Datriesha Cole
Elizabeth City,NC
Summary
Accomplished Patient Care Technician with a proven track record at Sentara Albemarle Medical Center, excelling in vital signs monitoring and patient observation. Demonstrated ability to enhance healthcare efficiency and patient comfort, leveraging skills in electronic charting and emergency response. Known for maintaining calm under stress, ensuring optimal patient care and safety. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Sentara Albemarle Medical Center
12.2021 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in healthcare setting.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Supported needs of 15+ residents under long-term care.
Caregiver
Private Duty Caregiver
10.2018 - 10.2021
- Maintained clean, safe living environment for clients by performing housekeeping tasks such as laundry, cleaning, and organizing household items.
- Enhanced nutritional intake of clients by preparing healthy meals according to dietary restrictions or preferences.
- Promoted clients'' physical and mental health by engaging them in appropriate exercises and recreational activities.
- Administered medications accurately and timely, ensuring proper dosages for optimum client health.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or social engagements as needed while prioritizing safety during travel.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both private residences and facilities.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Billing & Coding
Grantham University
Lenexa, KS09.2021
Certificate - Medical Administrative Assistant
Grantham University
Lenexa, KS06.2019
Trade - Culinary Arts
Schenck Civilian Conservation Center
Pisgah Forest, NC03.2014
High School Diploma -
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA03.2014
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Observation
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Specimen Collection
- Phlebotomy Techniques
- Emergency Response
- EKG Interpretation
- HIPAA Compliance
- Electronic Charting
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Electronic Record keeping
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
References
Christopher Smith (252) 506-2612, Unit Coordinator
Sheila Phalen (252) 722-125, Coworker
Esquana Brown (252) 455-5489, Coworker
Sydni Shope (252) 312-8374, Coworker
Mariah Scales (252) 340-3768, Coworker
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Sentara Albemarle Medical Center
12.2021 - Current
Caregiver
Private Duty Caregiver
10.2018 - 10.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Billing & Coding
Grantham University
Certificate - Medical Administrative Assistant
Grantham University
Trade - Culinary Arts
Schenck Civilian Conservation Center
High School Diploma -
Ashworth College
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
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