JOSEPH D. WILLIAMS
Linden,TX
Summary
Focused, compassionate professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering patient care excellence at level IV trama. Offers 20 years of comprehensive experience in data collection, EMR, HIPPA compliance, SAMA training and preceptorship. Collecting specimens and preparing accurate documentation. Recognized by patients and facility for delivering five-star patient care.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician III
UT Health Pittsburg
Pittsburg, TX
05.2023 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with daily activities, enhancing comfort and mobility.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient care environments.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and best practices.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Led initiatives to streamline fall prevention within the unit by 15%.
CNA
CHRISTUS Good Shepherd
Marshall, TX
11.2006 - 05.2023
- Assisted patients with ADLs and communicated significant status changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures, maintaining a safe environment for patients.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to articulate patient needs and concerns, driving timely interventions for improved care outcomes.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Facilitated patient comfort and safety by promptly addressing call lights and modifying bed rails and equipment as needed.
- Provided compassionate patient care, assisting with daily living activities and ensuring comfort.
- Conducted vital sign assessments and maintained accurate documentation to support healthcare team in optimizing patient treatment plans.
Education
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Kiamichi Technology Center
Idabel, OK06-2026
No Degree - Certified Nursing Aide
Panola College
Carthage, TX11-2004
High School Diploma -
Harleton High School
Harleton Texas05-2002
Skills
- Electronic Health Records (Epic)
- Infection Control
- IV Therapy
- EKG Interpretation
- De-escalation Techniques (SAMA)
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Safety
- Geriatric Care
- Pediatric Support
Accomplishments
- Managed care for 25 patients per shift in level IV trauma.
- Enhanced patient condition reporting, contributing to 15% faster clinical response times
- Maintained 100% compliance with infection control, HIPAA, safety protocols, and fall prevention
- Assisted in staff training and onboarding, improving team efficiency
- Recognized for patient-centered care and strong communication skills
Certification
- Licensed Vocational Nursing
- CNA Certification — Panola College
- BLS Certification — American Heart Association
- Phlebotomy Certification — TSTC
- Dysrhythmia Technician Certification
- IV Therapy Certification
- EKG Interpretation Certification
- NIH-Stroke
- Psychiatric Safety
Timeline
Patient Care Technician III
UT Health Pittsburg
05.2023 - Current
CNA
CHRISTUS Good Shepherd
11.2006 - 05.2023
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Kiamichi Technology Center
No Degree - Certified Nursing Aide
Panola College
High School Diploma -
Harleton High School