Jade Lacrete
Queens,NY
Summary
Offering caring and empathetic approach with strong desire to learn and grow in healthcare setting. Brings foundational knowledge in patient care principles and demonstrates ability in performing essential tasks such as taking vital signs and assisting with daily living activities. Ready to use and develop skills in communication and patient support in Patient care technician.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Maimonides Medical Center
10.2022 - 01.2025
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Fostered clean and hygienic environment, reducing risk of infections.
- Enhanced teamwork by collaborating closely with nurses and doctors to coordinate patient care.
Home Health Aide
VNSNY
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Administered prescribed medications under direction of physician.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Backroom Associate
Target – ELMONT
09.2016 - 04.2018
- Stocked and replenished merchandise according to store merchandising layouts.
- Handled all customer relations issues in a gracious manner and in accordance with company policies.
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
- Offered expertise in inventory management and current stock levels to internal teams and customers to facilitate accuracy and product availability.
- Received incoming merchandise and stored in correct stock locations.
- Maintained orderly stockroom for ease of retrieval.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
- Performed inventory counts to verify stock levels.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Assisted with merchandise stocking and replenishment in backroom and on sales floor.
CREW MEMBER
MCDONALD’S
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Maintained inventory by stocking low quantity item.
- Operated cash register and maintained accurate accounting.
- Assisting others when needed while demonstrating consideration for proper procedure.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume, fast-paced operations.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment and utensils clean and sanitary
Receptionist
Monestime Tax Service
03.2014 - 06.2014
- Kept reception area clean also neat to give visitors a positive impression of the company.
- Greeted incoming customers in a professional manner and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Provided clerical support to company employees, including copying, faxing and file management.
- Screened all visitors and directed them to the correct employee or office.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients and updated client records.
- Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
- Checked-in visitors, distributed visitor badges and managed logbooks to comply with security initiatives.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Corresponded with clients through email, telephone or postal mail.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing and filing documents.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Undecided
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NYSome College (No Degree) -
Empire Beauty School
04.2019
High School Diploma -
South Side High School
06.2014
Skills
- Progress documentation
- Care plan assessment
- Community integration
- First Aid and Safety
- Patient Care
- Great at multitasking
- Blood glucose testing
- Vital signs monitoring
- Catheter care
- Specimen collection
- Infection control
- Patient positioning
- Sterilization techniques
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Maimonides Medical Center
10.2022 - 01.2025
Home Health Aide
VNSNY
01.2019 - 10.2020
Backroom Associate
Target – ELMONT
09.2016 - 04.2018
CREW MEMBER
MCDONALD’S
05.2015 - 08.2015
Receptionist
Monestime Tax Service
03.2014 - 06.2014
Some College (No Degree) -
Empire Beauty School
High School Diploma -
South Side High School
Some College (No Degree) - Undecided
Nassau Community College
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