Medical setting. Patient-focused Psychiatric Technician with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Gulf Coast Medical Center
01.2017 - 01.2020
Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, and grooming
Monitored vital signs and reported any significant changes to healthcare team
Administered medications as ordered by healthcare providers
Conducted regular patient rounds and communicated patient status to nurses and physicians
Maintained accurate and complete medical records
Assisted with transport of patients to various hospital departments
Performed phlebotomy and collected specimens for laboratory testing
Assisted with wound care and other nursing procedures as needed
Trained and mentored new patient care technicians.
Shift Supervisor
Pizza hut
01.2017 - 01.2019
Provided leadership and oversight for team of thirty to ensure quality job performance and compliance with food safety guidelines
Trained all employees on food handling processes which improved health score from 75 to 98/100
Oversaw operational excellence by creating staff schedules, tracking inventory, and evaluating employee performance
Monitored payroll, performed opening/closing duties, and developed staff schedules to meet forecasted business needs
Conducted performance reviews and provided staff with feedback and guidance
Applied security, safety and loss prevention strategies during shifts
Conducted shift inspections to evaluate operational activities and implement timely resolutions for diverse concerns
Patient Care Technician
Weimar Medical Center
01.2015 - 01.2017
Assisted residents with ADLs, including toileting and transferring
Took and recorded vital signs, including blood pressure and temperature
Administered medications and treatments as ordered by healthcare providers
Assisted with dining and feeding activities
Maintained cleanliness and hygiene of resident rooms and common areas
Assisted with resident activities and programs.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information
Delivered high-quality care to patients within hospital facility
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment
Education
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Food Handling Certification -
Houston Community College
High School Diploma - undefined
Urban Secondary School
Skills
Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Knowledge of infection control and safety protocols
Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, high-stress environment
Familiarity with medical terminology and procedures
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Risk management
Public speaking
Compliance
Problem solving
Conflict resolution
Time management
Machine Preparation
Computer Literacy
Emotional and Social Support
Monitor Vitals
Medical Supplies Issuing
Patient Positioning Understanding
Patient Information Collection
Documenting Behaviors
Admissions Support
Equipment Disinfection
Calm Under Stress
Medical Supply Monitoring
Critical Thinking
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Gulf Coast Medical Center
01.2017 - 01.2020
Shift Supervisor
Pizza hut
01.2017 - 01.2019
Patient Care Technician
Weimar Medical Center
01.2015 - 01.2017
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Food Handling Certification -
<ul><li>Interpreting between Limited English Patients and hospital staff with high level of accuracy on areas such as, Trauma, ED, ICU, Palliative Care, and Case Management</li><li>Serving as a bridge, advocate and cultural broker for patients</li><li>Collaborating with fellow interpreters to handle large volume of calls</li></ul> at Gulf Coast Medical Center<ul><li>Interpreting between Limited English Patients and hospital staff with high level of accuracy on areas such as, Trauma, ED, ICU, Palliative Care, and Case Management</li><li>Serving as a bridge, advocate and cultural broker for patients</li><li>Collaborating with fellow interpreters to handle large volume of calls</li></ul> at Gulf Coast Medical Center