Desirae F. Day
10742 Frankfort Hwy, Fort Ashby,WV
Summary
Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 10 years of healthcare experience. Skilled at supporting transports, ambulating patients, and charting updates. Flexible team player with a positive and upbeat nature. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Patient Care Technician
UPMC Western Maryland
07.2018 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Inserted foley catheters and collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Keyser Healthcare Center
10.2014 - 06.2018
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Ice Cream Server and Cashier
Page's Ice Cream
05.2011 - 07.2018
- Greeted incoming customers and provided reliable, friendly customer service.
- Explained ice cream flavors, toppings, sundaes, and other frozen concoctions to customers.
- Observed health code regulations and internal policies for cleaning and sanitizing.
- Reconciled receipt totals, cash and credit payments to address shortages.
- Accurately operated cash register to process customer payments.
Education
No Degree - Pre-Nursing
Potomac State College of WVU
Keyser, WVAssociate of Science - Nursing
Allegany College of Maryland
Cumberland, MD12.2023
High School Diploma -
Frankfort High School
Ridgeley, WV06.2013
Skills
- Patient Safety
- Taking Vital Signs
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Bathing and Dressing
- Personal Care Support
- Isolation Precautions
- IV Discontinuation
- Monitoring Patient Conditions
- Patient Information Collection
Accomplishments
- Achieved the DAISY Team award by effectively helping with teamwork and patient care on the unit.
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - 2012 - Current
- NCPCT - Patient Care Technician - 2023 - Current
- BLS/CPR Certified Biannually - 7/2022 - 7/2024
- N95 Certified Annually - 8/2023 - 8/2024
Timeline
Certified Patient Care Technician
UPMC Western Maryland
07.2018 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Keyser Healthcare Center
10.2014 - 06.2018
Ice Cream Server and Cashier
Page's Ice Cream
05.2011 - 07.2018
No Degree - Pre-Nursing
Potomac State College of WVU
Associate of Science - Nursing
Allegany College of Maryland
High School Diploma -
Frankfort High School
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - 2012 - Current
- NCPCT - Patient Care Technician - 2023 - Current
- BLS/CPR Certified Biannually - 7/2022 - 7/2024
- N95 Certified Annually - 8/2023 - 8/2024
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