Compassionate healthcare professional specializing in patient care with proven efficiency in fast-paced environments. Expertise in vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medication administration. Strong communication and teamwork skills enhance patient comfort and support.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital
Jacksonville, Florida
04.2014 - Current
Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients in rehabilitation.
Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Patient Care Technician
Central Florida Regional Hospital
Sanford, Florida
09.2003 - 04.2014
Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Education
General
Franklin Delano Roosevelt H.S.
Brooklyn, NY
Skills
Vital signs monitoring
Electronic health records management
Patient hygiene support
Infection control procedures
Wound care
Healthcare compliance
Certification
Florida State Clinical Nurse Assistant,1992 to Present
CPR Certified through American Heart Association
Assistance with Self-Administered Medications 11/2018 Atkinson's Pharmacy Group
Certificate of Recognition 10 yrs+ of Service with BROOKS Rehabilitation