Destiny Clem
Hartselle,AL
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician with a proven track record at Huntsville Hospital Main, excelling in patient hygiene management and compassionate care. Leveraged sterilization techniques and emotional support to enhance patient safety and comfort, significantly contributing to the healthcare team's ability to meet diverse patient needs. Demonstrates a strong commitment to healthcare excellence and patient advocacy.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Huntsville Hospital Main
08.2021 - Current
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
GED -
Calhoun Community College
Tanner, ALSkills
- Sterilization techniques
- Restocking supplies
- Patient hygiene management
- ADL support
- Infection prevention
- Basic nursing care
- Healthy meal preparation
- Health monitoring
- Medical laboratory procedures
- Data collection
- Corrective action planning
- Monitoring patient conditions
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Professional bedside manner
- Wound care
- Medical equipment operation
- Infection control standards
- Compassionate care
- CPR certification
- Vitals documentation
- Safety protocols
- Infection control
- Mobility assistance
- Patient advocacy
- Adaptable
- High level of autonomy
- Clinical training
- Patient education
- Patient observation
- Emotional support
- Emergency response
- Qualified in patient transport
- Information protection
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Huntsville Hospital Main
08.2021 - Current
GED -
Calhoun Community College
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