Karty Dimanche
MIAMI,FL
Summary
Experienced Patient Care Assistant known for providing exceptional care and emotional support in diverse settings. Skilled in monitoring vital signs and fostering effective communication between patients and healthcare teams. Focused on enhancing patient satisfaction and promoting independence through compassionate assistance.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Memorial West Hospital
Pembroke Pines, FL
02.2016 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, fostering independence and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in electronic health systems.
- Trained new staff on protocols, enhancing team efficiency and service quality.
- Developed strategies to improve patient satisfaction through compassionate care delivery.
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare staff to ensure understanding and address concerns.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult moments, fostering trust and rapport.
- Educated patients on personal hygiene practices, promoting self-care skills for long-term wellbeing.
- Educated patients and families on care procedures, promoting understanding and compliance.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Vitas Innovative Hospice Care
Miami Beach, FL
01.2011 - 09.2018
- Provided compassionate care to patients in hospice settings, ensuring comfort and dignity during end-of-life transitions.
- Managed documentation of patient records accurately, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and improving care continuity.
- Led initiatives to improve quality of life for patients through engaging activities and personalized attention in hospice care settings.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Facilitated smoother transitions between medical appointments by organizing transportation arrangements for patients.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for patients from hospital to home care, ensuring continuity of care.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Education
PCT - Patient Care Technician
Concorde Career College
Miramar, FL06-2010
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL06-2020
Skills
- Vital signs documentation
- Patient monitoring
- Basic life support
- Blood glucose testing
- Seizure precautions
- Patient advocacy
- End-of-life support
- Medical terminology
- Communication skills
- Palliative care support
- CPR certification
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- NCPCT - Patient Care Technician
- Licensed - phlebotomy-01/2024-01/2028
Languages
Haitian- creole
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Memorial West Hospital
02.2016 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Vitas Innovative Hospice Care
01.2011 - 09.2018
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Miami Dade College
PCT - Patient Care Technician
Concorde Career College