Farrah Johnson
Santa Rosa Beach
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician with extensive experience at Ascension Health Care, excelling in vital signs monitoring and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate care and effective communication. Skilled in emergency response and proficient in EHR systems, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and adherence to HIPAA compliance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Ascension Health Care
Miramar Beach
12.2022 - Current
- Assist in admission, transfers, and discharge
- Perform Vital signs to monitor patient condition
- Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Maintain communication with nurses and charge nurses throughout my shift to ensure best patient care.
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
Indiana University Hospital
Indianapolis
09.2019 - 11.2022
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to requests for assistance from other healthcare team members.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient's room, bathroom area, hallways, waiting areas .
- Helped orient new patients to their rooms and explain routine procedures.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Documented resident status electronically and attended interdisciplinary meetings to offer input into selected resident's care plan.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
Caregiver
ARC of Vigo County
Terre Haute
01.2016 - 11.2022
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Worked closely with clinical staff to support therapeutic and behavioral plans.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Integrated person into the community providing them with social and employment skills.
- Provided advocacy for people with disabilities
Nursing Assistant
Union Hospital Clinton
Terre Haute
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Provided patient care before, during and after surgery, including positioning patients on surgical table, prepping them for surgery, cleaning up afterward and transporting to recovery area.
- Followed standard precautions using personal protective equipment to maintain safe and secure settings.
- Assisted surgeons and nursing staff in the operating room by passing instruments and supplies during surgery.
- Set up equipment, tools, and supplies for anesthesisa
- Assisted with stocking operating rooms with necessary supplies prior to surgeries.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations following established protocols.
School Health Technician
Destin elementary school
Destin
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Coordinated with families, school personnel and healthcare professionals on behalf of students to advocate for healthcare needs and provide medical information to appropriate parties.
- Created emergency plans outlining protocols to be followed during medical emergencies.
- Changed dressings on wounds.
- Provided direct health care services to students involving triage, evaluation, and first aid care for illness and injury.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Managed student medications according to physician instructions and district policy.
AmeriCorps Member
AmeriCorps Program
Terre Haute
09.2012 - 05.2013
- Lead participants in daily adult day care activities: arts, crafts, music and dance appretiation
- Education on nature preservation and greener living activities
- Created and delivered programs such as Healthy Futures projects: hygiene, handwashing and healthy eating habits
- Participated in searches for donation through Labor Ready providing funding for Happiness Bag business
- Maintained and recorded monthly reflections about service experience
- Coached Track and Field for Special Olympics
- Assisted in events for birthday parties and holiday dances, including Tim Tebow: Night to Shine Prom
Hairstylist
Fantastic Sams Cut & Color
Terre Haute
01.2006 - 06.2011
- Greeted customers, answered phones and booked appointments.
- Shaped eyebrows and removed facial hair using depilatory cream, tweezers or wax.
- Used curlers, rollers and curling irons to press and curl hair.
- Assisted other stylists with busy periods in the salon.
- Advised clients on how to maintain their haircuts between visits.
- Demonstrated knowledge of health and safety regulations in the workplace.
- Bleached, dyed or tinted hair using applicator or brush.
- Combed, brushed and sprayed hair or wigs to set style.
- Performed chemical treatments such as perms and relaxers.
- Sanitized workstations and salon equipment to reduce risk of infection.
- Recommended products to clients based on their individual needs.
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing Program
Emerald Coast Technical College
DeFuniak Springs, FL02-2025
Bachelor of Science - Health And Wellness
Saint Mary of The Woods College
Saint Mary Of The Woods, In05-2019
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Emergency response
- Patient advocacy
- Direct patient care
- Microsoft Office Products
- EHR Systems
- CPR certified
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Ascension Health Care
12.2022 - Current
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
Indiana University Hospital
09.2019 - 11.2022
Nursing Assistant
Union Hospital Clinton
08.2017 - 05.2018
Caregiver
ARC of Vigo County
01.2016 - 11.2022
School Health Technician
Destin elementary school
08.2013 - 05.2014
AmeriCorps Member
AmeriCorps Program
09.2012 - 05.2013
Hairstylist
Fantastic Sams Cut & Color
01.2006 - 06.2011
Licensed Practical Nursing Program
Emerald Coast Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Health And Wellness
Saint Mary of The Woods College
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