Diamond Gale, RN
Matteson,IL
Summary
Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 3+ years of healthcare experience. Skilled at supporting transports, ambulating patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with 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. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent tRegistered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Advocate South Suburban Hospital
07.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Patient Care Technician
UC Health Memorial Hospital Ingalls
12.2021 - 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.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
Emergency Medical Technician
Elite Ambulance
04.2020 - 08.2022
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- restocked the ambulance with proper equipment such as vents, ET tubes, medication, and IV pump tubing to maintain optimum inventory.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to the maximum number of patients at once.
- Responded to over eight daily emergency calls to provide quick and compassionate medical assistance and care for patients.
Home Health Aide
AdvanCare Healthcare Services
09.2016 - 03.2018
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming, and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercise.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Mokena, IL03.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Biology
Prairie State College
Chicago Heights, IL05.2020
High School Diploma -
Thornwood High School
South Holland, IL05.2015
Skills
- Patient Positioning Understanding
- Medical Laboratory Procedures
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Professional Bedside Manner
- IV insertion
- Basic EKG skills
- Assessment Skills
- Communication skills
- Problem-Solving
- Interprofessional collaboration skills
- Emergency Response
- Data Collection
- Diabetes Management
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Wound Care
- Patient Management
- Medication and IV Administration
- Patient Monitoring
- IV Setup
- Sanitation
- Oxygen Saturation Standards
- Intravenous Therapy
- Seizure Management
- Patient Care Planning
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Telemetry Monitoring
- Performing EKGs
Certification
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Advocate South Suburban Hospital
07.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
UC Health Memorial Hospital Ingalls
12.2021 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
Elite Ambulance
04.2020 - 08.2022
Home Health Aide
AdvanCare Healthcare Services
09.2016 - 03.2018
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Rasmussen University
Associate of Applied Science - Biology
Prairie State College
High School Diploma -
Thornwood High School