DESTINY BARBEE
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Compassionate, supportive, respectful, and courteous individual with a strong drive for success. Self-starter highly motivated and dedicated to achieving goals. Task-oriented with extensive experience in effectively communicating with clients, staff, and corporate personnel, effective communication in high-pressure environments. Proven ability to build relationships based on compassion and reliable core values, while consistently demonstrating sound judgment in all endeavors.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Johns Hopkins Intrastaff
11.2020 - Current
- Utilized advanced technical skills to operate specialized equipment such as EKG machines, glucose monitors, and oxygen therapy devices.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations, fostering trust and positive relationships.
- Facilitated rapid response to critical events in the Emergency Department by remaining alert, prepared, and engaged throughout each shift.
- Demonstrated adaptability under pressure while working in a high-stress environment with unpredictable situations arising throughout each shift.
Certified Nursing Asst.
Genesis Health Care
01.2013 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Patient Care Tech Pacu
Johns Hopkins Hospital
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
Patient Care Technician
University Of Maryland Shock Trauma
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
Patient Care Tech Progressive Care Unit
Baltimore Washington Medical Center
06.2017 - 05.2021
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
Patient Care Technician, ICU
St. Agnes Hospital
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Demonstrated adaptability while working alongside various medical teams including respiratory therapists, dietitians, case managers, and social workers to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Aided in the stabilization of critical patients with emergency interventions such as CPR or AED usage under supervision of RNs or physicians.
- Supported patients during recovery periods with proper positioning techniques, wound care, and hygiene assistance.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area by performing routine equipment checks, restocking supplies, and sanitizing surfaces as needed.
- Delivered timely patient care during critical situations, ensuring that medical interventions were executed promptly and effectively under the guidance of supervising RNs or physicians.
Assistant Manager
Highs of Baltimore
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
- Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
Education
Geriatric Nursing Assistant -
Health Focus
01-2013
CPR Certified -
American Red Cross
01.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Health Focus
01-2013
RN - Nursing
Howard Community College
Columbia, MD05-2026
Diploma -
Dundalk High School
06-2010
Skills
- Experience working with critically ill ICU patients, including supporting nursing care during admissions, mobility, critical nursing care, and in-hospital transport
- Knowledge of age specific developmental factors for geriatric residents
- Ability to support nursing care in accordance with policies and procedures
- Knowledge of medical terminology and infection control standards
- Accurately obtain and record weight, vital signs, blood glucose levels, and I&Os
- Apply clean dressings, slings, stockings and support bandages, under direction of the licensed nurse, by state regulation
- Assist residents with feeding, bathing, dressing, hygiene, and grooming
- Report on resident status or family concerns to a licensed nurse
- Ensure the safety and well being of the resident
- Evaluate verbal and nonverbal signs of patients
- Proficient in electronic documentation, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word
- Documentation accuracy
- HIPAA compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient hygiene
- IV insertion
- CPR certification
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Specimen collection
- Safety protocols
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Infection prevention
- Clinical training
- Emergency response
- Medical equipment operation
- Willingness to learn
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
Timeline
Patient Care Tech Pacu
Johns Hopkins Hospital
11.2021 - 08.2022
Patient Care Technician
University Of Maryland Shock Trauma
05.2021 - 11.2021
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Johns Hopkins Intrastaff
11.2020 - Current
Patient Care Tech Progressive Care Unit
Baltimore Washington Medical Center
06.2017 - 05.2021
Patient Care Technician, ICU
St. Agnes Hospital
01.2015 - 12.2015
Certified Nursing Asst.
Genesis Health Care
01.2013 - Current
Assistant Manager
Highs of Baltimore
01.2011 - 01.2013
Geriatric Nursing Assistant -
Health Focus
CPR Certified -
American Red Cross
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Health Focus
RN - Nursing
Howard Community College
Diploma -
Dundalk High School
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