Denisha Weaver-Keaton
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed of healthcare experience. Skilled at supporting transports, ambulating patients, vital signs, collecting specimen and charting updates. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
University Of Maryland Medical Systems
07.2023 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
CNA
Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center And Hospital
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Lead Housekeeper
Medstar Franklin Square Hospital
03.2018 - 12.2022
- Developed and implemented detailed housekeeping standards to promote cleanliness standards for guest rooms and common areas.
- Investigated guest complaints and resolved issues to increase customer satisfaction and establish trust.
- Restocked room supplies such as facial tissues for personal touch with every job.
- Trained and mentored all new personnel to maximize quality of service and performance.
Mobility Driver
MV Transportation Services
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Worked with road knowledge, GPS systems and paper maps to navigate planned route and make adjustments.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Fostered positive working relationships with regular customers.
- Answered common customer questions, accepted payments and completed paperwork at delivery and pickup locations.
- Used two-way radios to stay in contact with dispatch and receive last-minute instruction changes.
Education
CNA
It Works
Baltimore, MD12.2022
High School Diploma -
Baltimore City College
Baltimore, MD05.2015
Skills
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Patient Service
- Cultural Awareness
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Vitals Documentation
- First Aid
- IV Insertion/Discontinuation
- Perform Urinary Catheter/Foley Catheter
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
University Of Maryland Medical Systems
07.2023 - Current
CNA
Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center And Hospital
10.2022 - 06.2023
Mobility Driver
MV Transportation Services
01.2022 - 08.2022
Lead Housekeeper
Medstar Franklin Square Hospital
03.2018 - 12.2022
CNA
It Works
High School Diploma -
Baltimore City College
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