Ellen Flores
Franklin,NC
Summary
Adept PCT with extensive experience at Mission Hospital, enhancing patient care through advanced life support and effective problem-solving. Demonstrated excellence in airway management and emergency response, contributing to improved patient outcomes. Skilled in collaboration and maintaining HIPAA compliance, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
PCT
Mountain View Manor
05.2023 - 11.2024
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- 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.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
PCT
Eckerd Living Center
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Improved patient care by providing attentive and compassionate assistance with daily living activities.
- Contributed to efficient mealtime processes by assisting with feeding tasks or providing adaptive equipment as needed for independent eating experiences.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care planning and execution.
- Observed strict infection control protocols to minimize risks of cross-contamination between patients.
- Administered medications accurately under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, contributing to effective treatment plans.
- Implemented individualized care plans as directed by nursing staff, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained detailed patient records to ensure accurate documentation of care provided and progress made.
PCT
Mission Hospital
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Managed ventilator support for critically ill patients in intensive care units, ensuring proper adjustments according to physician orders and clinical guidelines.
- Managed and operated mechanical ventilators to deliver airway management.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Improved patient care by efficiently performing emergency room procedures such as wound dressing, splinting, and CPR.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Enhanced ER efficiency through proficient use of medical equipment like EKG machines, defibrillators, and vital sign monitors.
- Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records.
- Participated in continuous professional development activities, staying current on best practices for critical care nursing.
CNA
Eckerd Living Center
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Education
Nursing - CNA
Southwestern Community College
Sylva, NC11.2021
Skills
- First Aid Training
- Health Code Compliance
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Hospitality services
- Problem-solving skills
- Oncology rehabilitation
- Chest Tube Management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Central Line Maintenance
- Airway Management
- Advanced Life Support
- Intravenous therapy
- Seizure Management
- HIPAA Regulations
- Direct Patient Care
- Sterilization techniques
- Specimen handling
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
PCT
Eckerd Living Center
11.2023 - 07.2024
PCT
Mountain View Manor
05.2023 - 11.2024
PCT
Mission Hospital
07.2022 - 05.2023
CNA
Eckerd Living Center
01.2021 - 02.2022
Nursing - CNA
Southwestern Community College
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