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Haugabook Margaret

St. Petersburg

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Patient Care Technician with extensive experience at HCA St. Petersburg. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient observation, I enhance patient comfort and dignity while ensuring timely medical interventions. Proven ability to support daily living activities, fostering independence and satisfaction in care. CPR certified and committed to high-quality patient support.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Technician/ CNA

HCA St. Petersburg
08.2025 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
  • Collected and documented patient information to aid in accurate medical record keeping.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.

Patient Care Technician/CNA

HCA PASADENA
03.2019 - 08.2025
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
  • Supported patients' daily living activities, improving their hospital stay experience.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

CNA

The Health and Rehabilitation Center at Dolphins View
10.2008 - 06.2019
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
  • Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

CNA

The Fountains At Boca Ciega Bay
10.1998 - 12.2004
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.

CNA

Freedom Square Nursing Center
07.2002 - 11.2002
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

CNA

The Laurels
10.1997 - 03.1998
  • Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.

Education

No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant

Vann Dyke Institute
St. Petersburg, FL
01-1997

Boca Ciega High School
Gulfport, FL
06-1996

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • CPR certification
  • Patient observation
  • Blood glucose testing
  • ADL support

Timeline

Patient Care Technician/ CNA

HCA St. Petersburg
08.2025 - Current

Patient Care Technician/CNA

HCA PASADENA
03.2019 - 08.2025

CNA

The Health and Rehabilitation Center at Dolphins View
10.2008 - 06.2019

CNA

Freedom Square Nursing Center
07.2002 - 11.2002

CNA

The Fountains At Boca Ciega Bay
10.1998 - 12.2004

CNA

The Laurels
10.1997 - 03.1998

No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant

Vann Dyke Institute

Boca Ciega High School