jennifer TY Craig
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Compassionate Patient Care Technician with extensive experience at UAB St. Vincent’s East, skilled in telemetry monitoring and 12-lead EKG interpretation. Recognized for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while maintaining strict HIPAA compliance. Proven ability to train new staff and enhance patient comfort through effective communication and professional bedside manner.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
UAB St.Vincent’s East
Birmingham, AL
11.2023 - Current
- Continuously monitoring cardiac rhythms and identify abnormal telemetry patterns
- obtain and documents 12-lead EKGs, promptly reporting findings to nursing staff
- Measure and record vital signs, intake/output, and patient status changes
- Perform phlebotomy,finger sticks,catheter care, and wound care
- Respond to patient call lights, alarms, and emergency situations efficiently
- Maintain accurate electronic patient records in compliance with hospital policies
- Assist patients with mobility, hygiene, feeding, and pre-procedure preparation
- Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care across diverse populations
Patient Care Technician
St.Vincent’s East
Birmingham, AL
11.2000 - 11.2023
- 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.
- Monitored telemetry for multiple patients, recognizing and escalating rhythms change
- Recorded vital signs, intake/output, and patient observation with high accuracy
- Maintained strict confidentiality and compliance w HIPAA regulations
- Provided hands-on care including mobility assistance, hygiene, feed, and transpo
Certified Nursing Assistant
Estes Oak Knoll
Birmingham, AL
10.1994 - 11.2000
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff
- Provided compassionate care to residents, promoting emotional well-being
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas and equipment
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Specialist
Virginia College
Birmingham, ALNursing Assistant Certificate -
Estes Oak Knoll
Birmingham, ALHigh School Diploma -
Keith High School
Orrville,AL05.1992
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Phlebotomy & Fingerstick Blood Glucose
- Telemetry & Cardiac Rhythm Monitoring
- 12-Lead EKG Acquisition & Interpretation
- Professional bedside manner
- Medical equipment operation
- Healthy meal preparation
- Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
UAB St.Vincent’s East
11.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
St.Vincent’s East
11.2000 - 11.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Estes Oak Knoll
10.1994 - 11.2000
Associate of Science - Computer Specialist
Virginia College
Nursing Assistant Certificate -
Estes Oak Knoll
High School Diploma -
Keith High School