Dorien Newson
Chicago,IL
Summary
Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 2 years of healthcare experience. Skilled at supporting transports, ambulating patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature. Focused patient care professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering basic patient care. Offers 2 years of comprehensive experience in recording vital signs, collecting specimens and preparing accurate documentation. Recognized by patients for delivering five-star patient care. Dedicated care professional, committed to supporting patients in feeling secure and comfortable in clinical and home settings. Responsible team player always willing to assume additional responsibility to ease family burden.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
DaVita
05.2023 - 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.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
Home Care Provider
Addus Home Health Care
08.2018 - Current
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted patients with personal requirements for housekeeping and grooming assistance.
- Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing high-quality, compassionate care and maintaining timely communication with patients and their families.
- Assisted patients in meeting daily living needs, promoting independence and dignity for all individuals under my care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families, ensuring a comfortable environment during challenging times.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients by performing light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, dishes, and basic cleaning duties.
- Transported patients to appointments as necessary while ensuring safety precautions were always maintained during travel times.
Stocker
Menards
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Maintained effective team member communication.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Rotated stock correctly to prevent out-of-date products and removed aging items from main shelving to build special promotional displays.
- Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
- Helped customers locate desired items and transfer oversized items to vehicles.
- Processed and packaged stock items for customer purchases.
- Monitored inventory levels in stockrooms and alerted management to any discrepancies.
- Operated manual and electric pallet jacks, safely relocating heavy merchandise on sales floor for timely stocking.
- Enhanced inventory accuracy by diligently organizing and maintaining stockroom shelves.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Stocked shelves, racks and cases with new or transferred merchandise.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
Gardener
Botanical Gardens
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of job sites by properly disposing of waste and returning tools and equipment to proper storage locations.
- Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Continued learning about plants, gardening techniques and best practices to provide customers with accurate and constructive information.
- Planted and cultivated by preparing soil and watering and fertilizing plants for thriving and healthy results.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Maintained gardening tools and equipment by sharpening and cleaning tools to keep in good working condition.
Education
No Degree - Dialysis Technology
Stellar Career College
Chicago01.2023
High School Diploma -
Youth Connection Leadership Academy
Chicago, IL06.2018
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Patient Education
- Specimen Collection
- Healthy Meal Preparation
- Patient Observation
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Clinical Training
- Phlebotomy Techniques
- Empathy and Compassion
- Professionalism
- Organizational Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- CPR Certification
- Caregiver Relations
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
DaVita
05.2023 - Current
Stocker
Menards
01.2021 - 07.2021
Home Care Provider
Addus Home Health Care
08.2018 - Current
Gardener
Botanical Gardens
06.2016 - 07.2016
No Degree - Dialysis Technology
Stellar Career College
High School Diploma -
Youth Connection Leadership Academy