Jonathan Graciano
Elgin,IL
Summary
Compassionate Patient Care Technician known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient monitoring, vital signs measurement, and post-operative care. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient care and support.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Sherman Hospital
Elgin, IL
2018 - Current
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
Patient Care Tech
CLAREMONT
Hanover Park
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Attended to patients' daily personal care needs, such as dressing and grooming
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or stretcher as needed.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
Dietary Aide
NATIONWIDE ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION
Elgin
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Served patient meals and delivered room trays in all dining rooms, ensuring timely delivery
- Prepared and served meals according to dietary guidelines.
- Informed supervisor about any changes in patient's dietary needs or preferences.
- Assisted with preparation of snacks and other light meals.
- Observed special diets prescribed by physicians or nutritionists.
- Delivered meals to residents and patients in their rooms when requested.
- Maintained a safe working environment by following all safety protocols.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Addison, IL12-2025
CNA Certificate -
ELGIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Elgin, ILSkills
- Emergency Response
- ADL support
- Restocking supplies
- Vital signs monitoring
- Basic nursing care
- Sterilization techniques
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Catheter Care
- Patient Services
Certification
- BLS
- EKG
- TELEMETRY
Timeline
Patient Care Tech
CLAREMONT
01.2013 - 01.2018
Dietary Aide
NATIONWIDE ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION
01.2012 - 01.2013
Patient Care Technician
Sherman Hospital
2018 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
CNA Certificate -
ELGIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
- BLS
- EKG
- TELEMETRY
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