Hope Blazevic
Summary
With six years of experience as a nursing assistant, I have developed and refined my skills in both home health and hospital settings. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated strong time management, attention to detail, and organizational abilities to deliver high-quality patient care. Thriving in fast-paced environments comes naturally to me due to my exceptional prioritization skills. Adaptability is one of my key strengths, enabling me to seamlessly integrate into diverse healthcare teams and meet the varying needs of patients while maintaining a compassionate and professional approach.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Perianesthesia Senior Patient Care Technician
UPMC Community General
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Document vital signs and assist in patient prep, enhancing surgical readiness and recovery.
- Support nursing staff in patient transitions, ensuring smooth pre and post-operative experiences.
- Perform clerical tasks for surgical admissions, improving patient check-in process.
- Sanitize medical equipment, maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety.
- Communicate patient status changes, ensuring timely updates for optimal care coordination.
Float Pool Patient Care Technician
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
- Record vital signs and assist in daily activities, enhancing patient care and safety.
- Collaborate with medical staff for improved patient care transitions and outcomes.
- Provide support in post-mortem care, ensuring respectful and dignified handling.
- Serve as safety companion, maintaining a secure environment for patients.
- Adapt to diverse settings, working in both adult and children's hospitals.
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Community General
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) like bathing, feeding, dressing, and using the restroom.
- Take vital signs like temperature and pulse, and monitor blood glucose levels and record patient information in the medical record.
- Provide feedback to nurses and report changes in patient status.
- Keep patient rooms and workspaces clean and sanitized.
- Transport patients and medications within the hospital.
- Coordinated with nursing staff to prep and settle patients pre- and post-surgery, ensuring smooth transitions and optimal care delivery.
Home Health Aide
Bayada Pediactrics
03.2019 - 08.2021
- Delivered compassionate care and companionship to clients, enhancing their quality of life.
- Supported clients with daily living tasks, ensuring comfort and independence.
- Accompanied clients to appointments and activities, fostering engagement and well-being.
Education
Diagnostic Medical Sonography -
Harrisburg Area Community College
12-2027
High school diploma - Health careers
Dauphin County Technical School
06.2019
Skills
- Skilled in Epic and Cerner EMR systems
- Medical terminology
- Effective communication
- Clerical skills
- Time management
- Team work
Certification
- Nursing Assistant, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Health, Feb 2025
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, Jan 2025
- Youth Mental Health First Aide, Penn State Health, Mar 2024
- Suicide Precautions, Penn State Health, Apr 2023
- Crisis Prevention Institute Autism Training, Penn State Health, Jul 2022
Timeline
Perianesthesia Senior Patient Care Technician
UPMC Community General
08.2023 - 01.2025
Float Pool Patient Care Technician
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
UPMC Community General
04.2021 - 12.2021
Home Health Aide
Bayada Pediactrics
03.2019 - 08.2021
High school diploma - Health careers
Dauphin County Technical School
- Nursing Assistant, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Health, Feb 2025
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, Jan 2025
- Youth Mental Health First Aide, Penn State Health, Mar 2024
- Suicide Precautions, Penn State Health, Apr 2023
- Crisis Prevention Institute Autism Training, Penn State Health, Jul 2022
Diagnostic Medical Sonography -
Harrisburg Area Community College
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