Energetic Patient Care Associate dedicated to efficient and effective collaboration between care teams, patients and families. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Outgoing professional with collaborative and flexible approach to reaching mutually-beneficial resolutions. Kind and energetic with outstanding bedside manner.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Associate
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Columbus, OH
08.2023 - Current
Provided direct patient care and support services in accordance with established standards and practices.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting.
Monitored vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure and oxygen saturation levels.
Helped maintain a safe environment for the patient by ensuring that all medical equipment is functioning properly and securely stored when not in use.
Communicated regularly with nursing staff regarding changes in patient condition or needs.
Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures as requested.
Provided emotional support to family members of patients facing difficult health challenges.
Transported patients before and after surgeries and procedures
Ordered supplies necessary for providing quality patient care on an ongoing basis.
Observed changes in the physical condition of a patient and reported any issues immediately to the nurse supervisor.
Fine Dining Guest Services
The Barn at Rocky Fork Creek
Gahanna, OH
11.2021 - Current
Greeted guests warmly and professionally.
Checked reservations, managed wait list, and coordinated seating arrangements.
Assisted servers in delivering orders to guest tables promptly.
Promoted positive customer relations by providing excellent service to all patrons.
Communicated with kitchen staff regarding order specifications, allergies, and dietary restrictions of guests.
Responded quickly to customer complaints or special requests in a friendly manner.
Resolved conflicts between customers courteously when necessary.
Responded appropriately to customer complaints, bringing major issues to attention of manager on duty.
Built positive relationships with other front-of-house and kitchen staff.
Managed guest expectations by relaying information regarding hours, wait times and specials.
Delivered outstanding service and support from initial interaction to final departure, maintaining loyal clientele.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
The Ohio State University
Columbus
05-2025
Associate of Arts - Arts And Sciences
The Ohio State University- Newark
Newark
01-2024
Skills
Behavior redirection
HIPAA Compliance
Medical Terminology
Patient Education
Vital signs monitoring
Conflict Mediation
Patient Transport
Phlebotomy Techniques
Organizational Skills
Direct Patient Care
Relationship Building
EKG Interpretation
Community activities
Verbal and written communication
Certification
Telemetry Certified
CPR certified- valid through 2025
Shadowing
Shadowed 3 different doctors in various specialties abroad in Portugal
Got to become familiar with the European health system
Had the opportunity to watch various surgeries and procedures be performed
Registered Nurse at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Medical Surgical UnitRegistered Nurse at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center Medical Surgical Unit
CERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT/LICENSED at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center: The James Comprehensive Cancer CenterCERTIFIED OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT/LICENSED at Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center: The James Comprehensive Cancer Center