Kasie Farmer (Frank)
Beckley,WV
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician with expertise in vital signs monitoring, team collaboration, and emotional support. Committed to enhancing patient experiences while ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Raleigh General Hospital
Beckley, West Virginia
02.2022 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Prepared and maintained patient rooms for procedures and treatments.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families, fostering comfort during challenging situations.
- Trained new staff on hospital protocols and patient care techniques.
- Ensured compliance with safety and hygiene standards throughout the facility.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Conducted regular safety rounds, enhancing patient safety within the facility.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or stretcher.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Performed a variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, and exercising.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Foley placement and removal
- Conducted heart monitor placement to ensure continuous patient monitoring.
Cook
Papa John's Pizza
Beckley, West Virginia
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Prepared ingredients and menu items according to company recipes, ensuring quality and consistency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during meal preparation.
- Assisted in training new staff on cooking techniques and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to deliver timely food service during peak hours, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Implemented proper food handling procedures, maintaining safety standards and minimizing risk of foodborne illness.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Handled customer transactions accurately and efficiently at the register.
WAITRESS
IHOP
Beckley, West Virginia
07.2017 - 10.2019
- Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Took accurate food and drink orders while ensuring menu knowledge.
- Delivered orders promptly to tables, maintaining high service standards.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues to maintain customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing any complaints or concerns promptly.
- Greeted customers, answered questions, and recommended specials to enhance dining experience.
- Cultivated positive relationships with regular customers through engaging conversations.
- Processed payments efficiently using point-of-sale systems during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation.
- Assisted other wait staff members in times of heavy customer traffic.
- Cleared and cleaned tables promptly during busy shifts to ensure a pleasant dining experience.
- Maintained a clean work station by restocking supplies, wiping down counters.
- Communicated daily specials to customers.
- Adhered to all health codes set forth by local authorities regarding food preparation and storage.
Education
GED -
Fayette County Votech
Oak Hill, WV11-2013
Some College (No Degree) - LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
New River Community And Techinical College
Beckley, WV04-2026
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient observation
- Monitoring patient conditions
- Patient assistance
- CPR certification
- Basic life support
- Emergency response
- Mobility assistance
- Patient positioning
- Wound care
- Catheter care
- Blood glucose testing
- Feeding assistance
- Feeding assistance specialist
- Patient education
- Health monitoring
- Infection control
- Infection prevention
- Information protection
- Medical equipment operation
- Phlebotomy techniques
- EKG interpretation
- Qualified in patient transport
- Compassionate care
- Professional bedside manner
- Electronic health records
- Safety protocols
- Restocking supplies
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Employee training
- Data collection
- Information protection
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Adaptable
- Active listening
- Customer service
- Emotional support
- Hospice and palliative care
- End-of-life care
- ADL support
- Vitals documentation
- Heart monitor placement
- Physical therapy support
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Infection control standards
- Patient hygiene management
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Physical therapy support
- EKG interpretation
- Patient care technician (NCPCT)
Heart monitor placement
Certification
- Patient care technician
- BLS/CPR
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Raleigh General Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Cook
Papa John's Pizza
08.2019 - 01.2021
WAITRESS
IHOP
07.2017 - 10.2019
GED -
Fayette County Votech
Some College (No Degree) - LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
New River Community And Techinical College