Grace Ames
Troy,NY
Summary
Compassionate Patient Care Technician skilled in emergency response and patient assessment. Known for attention to detail, adaptability, and effective communication, ensuring optimal patient support in high-pressure environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
St Peters Health Partners
Troy, NY
01.2025 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in high-pressure emergency department environment.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient evaluations and monitored vital signs to support timely medical interventions.
- Prepared treatment areas and ensured equipment readiness for procedures.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Supported patients with mobility assistance and comfort measures during visits.
- Collected and labeled specimens to prepare for delivery to laboratory.
- Monitored patients' conditions by observing physical and mental status, intake and output levels, and exercise tolerance to ensure optimal care.
Emergency Medical Technician
NDP EMS
Rhinebeck, New York
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Delivered emergency care to patients in various medical situations, ensuring immediate and appropriate interventions.
- Operated medical equipment and instruments to facilitate safe and efficient patient transport.
- Documented patient information accurately for medical records and reporting.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients' health conditions on-site.
- Maintained cleanliness and readiness of emergency response vehicles and equipment.
- Monitored and recorded patient vital signs, ensuring accurate assessments for ongoing medical care.
Pre-tester
Dutchess Optometry
Red Hook, New York
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Conducted thorough testing of optical equipment and software systems.
- Documented testing procedures and upheld quality assurance standards to ensure compliance and reliability.
- Collaborated with optometrists to verify accuracy of patient data input, enhancing data integrity.
- Organized records of testing activities to support compliance and facilitate audits.
Education
High School Diploma -
Red Hook Senior High School
Red Hook, NY06.2021
Skills
- patient assessment
- vital sign monitoring
- emergency response procedures
- specimen collection
- electronic health records
- patient mobility assistance
Certification
BLS/CPR
Timeline
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
St Peters Health Partners
01.2025 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
NDP EMS
08.2023 - 02.2024
Pre-tester
Dutchess Optometry
01.2022 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Red Hook Senior High School