Jennifer Lopez
Hamden,CT
Summary
Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 13 years of healthcare experience. Skilled at supporting transports, ambulating patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature. Focused patient care professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering basic patient care. Offers 13 years of comprehensive experience in recording vital signs, collecting specimens and preparing accurate documentation. Recognized by patients for delivering five-star patient care. Dedicated care professional, committed to supporting patients in feeling secure and comfortable in clinical and home settings. Responsible team player always willing to assume additional responsibility to ease family burden. Expertise in catheters. Service-oriented and resourceful with in-depth clinical skills and assessment training. Support patient personal care and hygiene needs with diligent assistance. Organized in keeping supplies stocked and equipment sterilized for use. Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Proactive worker committed to helping CNA provide top-notch patient care. Skilled a treatments with knowledge of wound care patients. Fantastic attention to detail and multitasking abilities. Patient-focused CNA with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level patient care technician position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Family Care Visiting Nurse And Home Care Agency
02.2011 - 06.2024
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- 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.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- 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.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families, addressing questions or concerns with patience and understanding while maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care technology advancements.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and post-discharge instructions, empowering them to take control of their own health maintenance.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Supported optimal wound healing by skillfully changing dressings and monitoring for signs of infection or complications.
Education
Patient Care Technician -
New Haven Adult Education Center
580 Ella T Grasso Blvd, New Haven, Ct 0651906.2011
Fashion Marketing Retailing -
Gibbs College - Norwalk
Norwalk, CT03.2009
High School Diploma -
Eli Whitney Technical High School
Hamden, CT06.2004
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Observation
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Catheter Care
- Feeding Assistance
- Adaptable
- EKG Interpretation
- Clinical Training
- Infection prevention
- IV Insertion
- Sterilization techniques
- Qualified in patient transport
- CPR Certification
- HIPAA Compliance
- Mobility assistance aptitude
- Recording vital signs
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Care Technician (PCT)
- Electronic Charting
- Infection Control
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- Licensed security guard
- CET - EKG Technician
- CCT - Certified Cardiographic Technician
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Family Care Visiting Nurse And Home Care Agency
02.2011 - 06.2024
Patient Care Technician -
New Haven Adult Education Center
Fashion Marketing Retailing -
Gibbs College - Norwalk
High School Diploma -
Eli Whitney Technical High School
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- Licensed security guard
- CET - EKG Technician
- CCT - Certified Cardiographic Technician
- First Aid/CPR Certified
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