Elle Brunton
Scottsdale,AZ
Summary
Accomplished Patient Care Technician with a proven track record at Honor Health Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, adept in bedside care, performing vital signs, venipuncture and EKG. Demonstrating exceptional team work, empathy and compassionate care. Leveraged active listening to enhance patient safety, achieving significant improvements in patient satisfaction. Skilled in both technical procedures and emotional support, ensuring comprehensive patient care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Honor Health Scottsdale Shea Medical Center
2022.04 - Current
- Performed Venipuncture/ Blood draws
- EKG Monitoring
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- IV Removals
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Competent Patient Positioning
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Lifted or assisted others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, surgical tables or stretchers.
- Supported needs of 13+ patients on hospital unit floor
Licensed Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
2021.03 - 2022.04
- Patient Care Technician Plus- Venipuncture, EKG monitoring, Foley removals, IV removals
- Participation in codes and rapid responses, staying calm while using critical thinking.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Provided physical support to patients through diverse types of mobility assistance.
- Used wheelchairs, stretchers and movable beds to move patients between hospital locations.
- Supported needs of [13+ patients on a hospital unit floor
Domestic Violence and Abuse Counselor
Tahrir Alnisa Foundation
2020.04 - 2021.04
- Counseled women experiencing domestic violence, physical abuse, and emotional abuse.
- Educated women by helping them recognize abusive patterns and behavior.
- Provided advocacy resources.
- Implemented plans to prepare victims for independence from abuser.
- Provided excellent listening skills while providing helpful tools for clients to implement into their daily lives.
- Established client confidentiality.
- Established regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients.
Homemaker/Mom's Helper
Self
2003.07 - 2019.07
- Offering support for Children's mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Supervising daily activities and providing assistance when needed.
- Supporting children with limited physical skills to help with dressing, grooming and feeding needs.
- Following nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals, including purchasing ingredients from local shops.
- Keeping close eye on behavior and emotional responses, needs of children, and addressing concerns and protecting each child from any harm.
- Maintaining clean, safe and well-organized household environment.
- Working to improve and enhance children's lives through effective and compassionate care.
Education
License - Nurse Assistant
Star Canyon School Of Nursing
Phoenix, AZ02.2021
Certificate of Completion - Patient Care Technician
Brookline College - Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ11.2020
Skills
- Patient Safety
- Professional bedside manner
- Active listening
- Blood draws/ Venipunctures
- EKG monitoring
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- IV Removal
- Monitor Vitals
- Catheter insertion/ removal/care
- Bladder Scanning
- Tracheostomy care
- Patient transport
- Wound care/ Wound V.A.C. Drainage System
- Removal staples and sutures
- Urine dipstick
- CERNER/DAR/EPIC charting
- Care of NG feeding/PEG/GT tubes
- I & O documentation
- O2 devices
- CLIA & OSHA training
- Assist with ADLs
- Hoyer lift
- Sterile dressing changes
- Complete ROMs
- Medical terminology
- Cultural Awareness
- Culturally Competent Care
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- Infection Control Standards
- Emotional Intelligence
- Patient Positioning Understanding
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Feeding Assistance
Certification
LNA 254956
CPR & First Aid Certified American Heart Association Expires 2025
Fingerprint Clearance Card #2020F09040 AZ DPS Expires 08/24/2026
Brookline College Patient Care Technician certificate 2020
Related Experience
Honor Health Shea Medical Center/Cancer Transplant Institute Virginia Piper
Bone Marrow Transplant Outpatient/Inpatient
Licensed Nurse Assistant/Patient Care Technician April 2022 to current
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
Licensed Nurse Assistant/Patient Care Technician
Cardiac Progressive Care Unit/COVID 19 Unit
March 2021-April 2022
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Honor Health Scottsdale Shea Medical Center
2022.04 - Current
Licensed Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
2021.03 - 2022.04
Domestic Violence and Abuse Counselor
Tahrir Alnisa Foundation
2020.04 - 2021.04
Homemaker/Mom's Helper
Self
2003.07 - 2019.07
License - Nurse Assistant
Star Canyon School Of Nursing
Certificate of Completion - Patient Care Technician
Brookline College - Phoenix
LNA 254956
CPR & First Aid Certified American Heart Association Expires 2025
Fingerprint Clearance Card #2020F09040 AZ DPS Expires 08/24/2026
Brookline College Patient Care Technician certificate 2020
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