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Jacob Costantino

Clearwater,FL

Summary

Compassionate Patient Care Technician with experience in both hospital and long-term care environments. Strengths include providing empathetic patient support, conducting vital sign measurements, and assisting with daily living activities. Have consistently received positive feedback from patients and healthcare team members for commitment to high-quality patient-centered care.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Technician

BayCare
Clearwater, FL
11.2022 - Current
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
  • Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
  • Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
  • Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
  • Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
  • Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
  • Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
  • Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
  • Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
  • Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
  • Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
  • Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.
  • Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
  • Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
  • Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
  • Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.

CNA

BayCare
Clearwater, FL
06.2021 - 11.2022
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
  • Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.

Swim Instructor

Greater Palm Harbor YMCA
Palm Harbor, FL
01.2021 - 04.2021
  • Monitored swimmers' progress throughout their time as a student in order to evaluate their abilities accurately.
  • Demonstrated proper technique for each stroke, including freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly.
  • Set up equipment and weights for use by class participants.
  • Observed participants during classes, watching for issues and incorrect techniques.
  • Communicated regularly with parents or guardians regarding their child's progress in swimming lessons.
  • Demonstrated proper breathing techniques and meditation exercises.
  • Encouraged swimmers to progress through drills while providing positive feedback on their performance.
  • Advised participants on proper attire and appropriate shoes for class.
  • Monitored activities in swimming areas to prevent accidents and provide assistance to swimmers.
  • Taught basic survival skills such as floating, treading water, emergency exits from the pool.

Lifeguard

Greater Palm Harbor YMCA
Palm Harbor, FL
09.2018 - 04.2021
  • Prepared detailed incident reports following accidents or other incidents.
  • Used training and medical supplies to examine injured people and administer first aid.
  • Utilized training, rescue techniques, and proper equipment to aid distressed people.
  • Educated patrons about safe swimming practices through public announcements.
  • Monitored swimmers to ensure safety in the pool area.
  • Filled out incident and accident reports and submitted to supervisor.
  • Maintained constant surveillance of patrons in the swimming area at all times.
  • Performed regular cleaning and maintenance of pool equipment.
  • Alerted patrons of storm conditions and directed to exit water immediately during local severe weather situations.
  • Conducted daily pool maintenance, including testing and adjusting chemical levels.

Summer Camp Counselor

Greater Palm Harbor YMCA
Palm Harbor, FL
03.2018 - 08.2018
  • Enforced camp rules and policies, maintaining a safe and respectful environment.
  • Resolved conflicts between campers using effective communication strategies.
  • Met with staff to discuss rules, regulations and work-related problems.
  • Managed conflict resolution among campers, fostering a supportive and inclusive camp environment.
  • Reported incidents and accidents to supervisors and completed necessary paperwork.
  • Enforced discipline and policies to protect safety of recreational activity participants.

Handyman Helper

Compass Rose inc.
Palm

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL
04-2025

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Restocking supplies
  • Healthy meal preparation
  • Patient hygiene management
  • Basic nursing care
  • Bed preparation
  • Infection prevention
  • ADL support
  • Vitals documentation
  • Data collection
  • Blood glucose testing
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Mobility assistance
  • Compassionate care
  • Medical equipment operation

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

BayCare
11.2022 - Current

CNA

BayCare
06.2021 - 11.2022

Swim Instructor

Greater Palm Harbor YMCA
01.2021 - 04.2021

Lifeguard

Greater Palm Harbor YMCA
09.2018 - 04.2021

Summer Camp Counselor

Greater Palm Harbor YMCA
03.2018 - 08.2018

Handyman Helper

Compass Rose inc.

Associate of Science - Nursing

Keiser University

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