Jake Smith
Fairland,IN
Summary
Hardworking and highly motivated employee bringing proven direct support and leadership experience developed during healthcare career with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Knowledgeable about paperwork procedures and documentation requirements. Team-oriented and recommendations are available upon request.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Riley Children's Hospital
Indianapolis , IN
2023.05 - Current
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Maintained inventory levels of stock items, supplies and equipment to foster smooth and cost-effective unit operations.
- Prepared rooms for incoming patients by stocking supplies and ensuring equipment is functioning properly.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations following established protocols.
- Responded quickly and appropriately to emergency situations.
- Assisted with admission and discharge processes including completion of necessary paperwork.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and procedures as needed.
- Collected specimens for laboratory tests upon request of medical staff.
- Helped maintain a clean environment in all areas assigned.
- Observed safety precautions when handling hazardous materials such as linens, soiled dressings or infectious waste.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Supported unit efficiency by maintaining current and accurate clerical paperwork.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
PICU Equipment Specialist
Riley Children's Hospital
Indianapolis , IN
2022.02 - 2023.05
- Followed privacy regulations and safety protocols.
- Installed medical equipment after comprehensive inspection, calibration and testing.
- Reported data for maintenance, installations and inventory assessments.
- Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
Logistics Specialist
Riley Children's Hospital
Indianapolis , IN
2019.12 - 2022.02
- Eliminated process discrepancies, directed budget and personnel by establishing supply/inventory control management functions.
- Responded to inquiries from both external and internal customers, resulting in decrease in calls to help desk.
- Conducted inventory checks and resolved discrepancies.
- Logged, processed and followed up on merchandise authorization shipments in databases.
- Fostered customer retention by cultivating long-term rapport based on prompt and courteous service.
- Worked with team members to improve process integration and flow.
Education
High School Diploma -
Triton Central High School
Fairland, IN05.2019
Skills
- Tracking inventory levels and orders
- Warehousing and delivery
- Increasing efficiency and productivity
- Inspecting goods
- Inventory counting
- Resolving problems
- Safety practices
- Data entry
- ERP requisition management
- Working collaboratively
- Managing department budgets based on supplies
- Good communication with leaders and team members
- Good customer service
- Loyal and dedicated
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Adaptable
Partner in Care Nominee
Nominated for the 2021 Nurse's Awards Ceremony for Partner in Care
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Riley Children's Hospital
2023.05 - Current
PICU Equipment Specialist
Riley Children's Hospital
2022.02 - 2023.05
Logistics Specialist
Riley Children's Hospital
2019.12 - 2022.02
High School Diploma -
Triton Central High School
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