Katie Jeffers
Flintville,TN
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with proven expertise in vital signs monitoring and a strong commitment to patient care, honed at Signature HealthCARE. Excelled in providing compassionate support and enhancing patient satisfaction, leveraging skills in CPR and patient observation. Recognized for streamlining workflows and improving team efficiency, contributing to a safer, more inclusive healthcare environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Float Tech
Lincoln Healthcare
09.2024 - 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.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate bedside care and support.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Housekeeper
Lincoln Healthcare
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean.
- Cleaned and stocked guest rooms by replacing used towels and linens vacuuming floors, making beds, and restocking bathroom items.
- Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Ensured all rooms met hotel cleanliness standards by conducting regular inspections and addressing any issues promptly.
- Dusted picture frames and wall hangings with cloth.
- Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
- Increased room availability by managing time wisely and completing tasks within designated deadlines.
- Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Learn N Play Daycare
12.2019 - 07.2022
- Aided in the preparation of instructional materials, ensuring resources were readily available for each lesson.
- Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating professionalism, empathy, and enthusiasm in all interactions.
- Provided individualized support for students, addressing unique learning needs and fostering growth in all areas.
- Supported lead teacher in conducting assessments to measure student progress and identify areas requiring additional focus.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating interactive activities and hands-on learning experiences.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized classroom space conducive to learning and creativity.
- Implemented behavior management strategies effectively, promoting a positive atmosphere within the classroom.
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
Patient Care Technician
Signature Health CARE
07.2010 - 04.2016
- 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.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families, addressing questions or concerns with patience and understanding while maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients through diligent observation and reporting of changes in condition.
- Prepared and maintained patient rooms for admissions, discharges, and transfers, ensuring readiness and comfort.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate bedside care and support.
Education
GED -
Mclean Learning Center
Terre Haute, IN05-2004
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- Basic life support
- Feeding assistance
- Patient positioning
- Vitals documentation
- Vital signs
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Float Tech
Lincoln Healthcare
09.2024 - Current
Housekeeper
Lincoln Healthcare
06.2024 - 09.2024
Assistant Preschool Teacher
Learn N Play Daycare
12.2019 - 07.2022
Patient Care Technician
Signature Health CARE
07.2010 - 04.2016
GED -
Mclean Learning Center
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