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Grace Kessler

Ashland,PA

Summary

Experienced Emergency Room Patient Care Technician ready to move up in my role and contribute to patient care excellence as a Registered Nurse. Expertise in providing compassionate care and supporting medical staff in fast-paced environments. Reliable team player focused on adapting to evolving patient needs and delivering quality outcomes.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network
12.2023 - Current
  • Provide direct patient care in the Emergency Department
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate bedside care and support.
  • Sharing knowledge and best practices with collegues to ensure consistency in care delivery.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.

Waitress/Cashier

Ashland Pizzeria
01.2020 - 12.2023
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple customers and orders while delivering prompt service.
  • Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
  • Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
  • Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new menu items and incorporating them into knowledgeable recommendations for guests.

Waitress/Cashier

Danny's Drive-in
01.2018 - 12.2019
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
  • Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Joseph F. McCloskey School of Nursing
Pottsville, PA
06.2025

High School Diploma -

North Schuylkill Junior Senior High School
Ashland, PA
06.2021

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient Observation
  • Blood Glucose Testing
  • Specimen Collection
  • Memory retention
  • Phlebotomy Techniques
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Emergency Response
  • Medical Equipment Operation
  • CPR Certification
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Basic Life Support
  • Medical terminology knowledge

Certification

  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Red Cross.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network
12.2023 - Current

Waitress/Cashier

Ashland Pizzeria
01.2020 - 12.2023

Waitress/Cashier

Danny's Drive-in
01.2018 - 12.2019

Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing

Joseph F. McCloskey School of Nursing

High School Diploma -

North Schuylkill Junior Senior High School
Grace Kessler