Joanna Marie Rarama
SAN ANTONIO,TX
Summary
- Professional healthcare provider with strong expertise in patient care and support. Skilled in assisting medical staff, managing patient needs, and maintaining healthcare standards. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and reliability in fast-paced environments. Proficient in vital signs monitoring, patient mobility assistance, and medical documentation.
- Professional with experience in healthcare, prepared for this role. Strong ability to adapt to changing needs and collaborate effectively with teams. Skilled in patient care, medical terminology, and basic clinical procedures. Reliable and results-driven, with focus on achieving positive health outcomes and maintaining high standards in all tasks.
- Healthcare professional ready to bring comprehensive training and hands-on experience to role. Proven ability to support medical teams in delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining clinical standards. Known for collaborative spirit and adaptability in dynamic environments, leveraging strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Methodist Hospital Medical Drive
11.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- (Unit/Floor Experience) Cardiac Progressive Care Unit
- (admissions, discharges, answering calls, and organizing floor equipment and supplies)
Patient Care Technician
Methodist Hospital – Landmark
09.2023 - 11.2024
- Phlebotomy Obtain lab draws
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to the nurse
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds, and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting, and answering calls
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments, and progress with goals
- Unit Clerk (admissions, discharges, answering calls, and organizing floor equipment and supplies)
- Medical -Surgical, Orthopedic, and Women’s Surgical Specialties
- (Unit/Floor Experience)
Lead Patient Care Technician
Methodist Hospital Medical Drive
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to the nurse
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds, and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting, and answering calls
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments, and progress with goals
- Special Surgical Progressive Care Unit (Unit/Floor Experience)
Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Medication Aide
Lakeside Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center
07.2017 - 09.2022
- Reported changes in patient status regarding drug therapy
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for adverse side effects
- Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information
- Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy, and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX05-2025
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care
- Healthcare teamwork
- CPR certification
- Basic life support
- Compassionate care
- End-of-life care
- Basic nursing care
- Empathy and compassionate care
- Patient care technician (PCT)
Accomplishments
• Methodist Hospital Landmark
- 2 x The Bee Award Nominee (February 2024, May 2024)
- 1x Clinical Excellence Nominee Award (May 2024)
• Methodist Hospital Medical Drive
- Lead Patient Care Technician (2023)
- Employee of the Month (August 2023)
- 1 x The Bee Award Nominee (March 2023)
• Lakeside Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center
- Employee of the Month (February 2020, May 2021, December 2021)
Certification
• Basic Life Support Certificate (June 28, 2024- June 30, 2026)
• Phlebotomy Certification (Methodist Landmark)
• Certified Medication Aide
• Certified Nursing Assistant
Languages
English
Reference
- Angelica Batulan, MSN RN, CSRN (Main Methodist Hospital)
808-589-6987
• Susan Ginapp, BSN RN, Clinical Coordinator Charge Nurse (Methodist Hospital Landmark)
720-472-0000
• Amy Brand, BSN RN, Charge Nurse (Methodist Hospital Landmark)
210-412-7231
• Glenda Deahl, MSN, APRN, FNP-C (San Antonio College, Instructor)
210-710-7806
• Kiana Martinez (Human Resources, Lakeside Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center)
210-722-2899
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Methodist Hospital Medical Drive
11.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Methodist Hospital – Landmark
09.2023 - 11.2024
Lead Patient Care Technician
Methodist Hospital Medical Drive
08.2022 - 09.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant and Certified Medication Aide
Lakeside Nursing Home and Rehabilitation Center
07.2017 - 09.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
San Antonio College
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