Jennifer Payton
Huntsville
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated nursing student at Calhoun Community College pursuing a Registered Nursing degree with a lifelong passion for patient care. Active member of the National Student Nurses’ Association and SkillsUSA, demonstrating commitment to professional growth and excellence in healthcare. Experienced Patient Care Technician at Huntsville Hospital since 2023, providing direct bedside care and assisting patients with activities of daily living. Known for building positive patient relationships, delivering empathetic support, and maintaining a patient-centered approach that promotes dignity, comfort, and safety.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatry, Patient Care Tech
Huntsville Hospital
Huntsville, AL
05.2025 - Current
- Provide direct patient care and support for patients with diverse medical needs in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Rotate through 3 units, Critical stabilization, Geriatric, and MRC (Step down Unit).
- Promote positive behavior changes by establishing clear expectations, consistent consequences, and reinforcement systems tailored to individual client needs.
- Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation services, maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment for all patients.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
Respiratory Care Unit, Patient Care Tech
Huntsville Hospital
Huntsville, AL
11.2023 - 05.2025
- Provide direct patient care and support for patients with diverse medical needs in a fast-paced hospital environment.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living including bathing, feeding, grooming, mobility, and toileting.
- Support nurses and healthcare teams in delivering safe, efficient, and compassionate care.
- Maintain patient comfort and dignity while promoting a safe and clean environment.
Education
Registered Nurse - Associate of Science in Nursing
Calhoun Community College
Decatur, AL12-2027
High School Diploma - undefined
Madison County Virtual Academy
Huntsville, AL05-2023
Skills
- Nasogastric insertion and removal
- Vital signs
- Manual blood pressure
- Medication administration
- Safe mobility and transfers
- Infection control and standard precautions
- Professionalism and Reliability
- Patient comfort and positioning
Certification
- CPR/BLS Certified
- Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) Certified
Timeline
Psychiatry, Patient Care Tech
Huntsville Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Respiratory Care Unit, Patient Care Tech
Huntsville Hospital
11.2023 - 05.2025
High School Diploma - undefined
Madison County Virtual Academy
Registered Nurse - Associate of Science in Nursing
Calhoun Community College