Established Patient Care Technician offering CPR certified in acute care, medical surgical,skilled nursing psychiatric, geriatric, rehabilitation and a vast multitude of other medical units. Administered and assisted with glucose testing, feeding and colostomy care. Proficient in nursing documentation, assessment and decision making , calm and effective in pressured and emergent situations.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nurse Technician
Saint Francis Hospital
04.2020 - Current
Provided compassionate support to patients and families, fostering a positive healthcare environment.
Assisted healthcare team in patient care, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and best practices.
Trained new staff on operational procedures, improving team efficiency and service delivery.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Supported nursing staff in emergency situations by remaining calm under pressure and assisting with life-saving interventions as needed.
Assisted in the successful recovery of patients through effective wound care, catheter management, and ambulation support.
Aided patients with personal hygiene by giving baths, dressing and assisting in feeding.
Nurse Tech
St John's Hospital
01.2016 - 09.2017
Gather information from caregivers, nurses, or physicians about patient condition, treatment plans, or appropriate activities.
Provide physical support to assist patients to perform daily living activities, such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, using the toilet, standing, walking, or exercising.
Apply clean dressings, slings, stockings, or support bandages, under direction of nurse or physician.
Assist nurses or physicians in the operation of medical equipment or provision of patient care.
Record height or weight of patients.
Wash, groom, shave, or drape patients to prepare them for surgery, treatment, or examination.
Undress, wash, and dress patients who are unable to do so for themselves.
Nurse Tech ICU
Saint Francis Hospital South
03.2014 - 05.2016
Turn or reposition bedridden patients.
Provide physical support to assist patients to perform daily living activities, such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, using the toilet, standing, walking, or exercising.
Review patients' dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences to ensure patient receives appropriate diet.
Gather information from caregivers, nurses, or physicians about patient condition, treatment plans, or appropriate activities.
Observe or examine patients to detect symptoms that may require medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds, or blood in urine.
Document or otherwise report observations of patient behavior, complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses.
Undress, wash, and dress patients who are unable to do so for themselves.
Lift or assist others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, examination tables, surgical tables, or stretchers.
Assist nurses or physicians in the operation of medical equipment or provision of patient care.
Provide information such as directions, visiting hours, or patient status information to visitors or callers.
Transport specimens, laboratory items, or pharmacy items, ensuring proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
Explain medical instructions to patients or family members.
Nurse Tech
GIFTED Healthcare
03.2009 - 04.2020
Answer patient call signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs.
Provide physical support to assist patients to perform daily living activities, such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, using the toilet, standing, walking, or exercising.
Measure and record food and liquid intake or urinary and fecal output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Gather information from caregivers, nurses, or physicians about patient condition, treatment plans, or appropriate activities.
Record vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff.
Observe or examine patients to detect symptoms that may require medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds, or blood in urine.
Undress, wash, and dress patients who are unable to do so for themselves.
Laboratory Support Services Manager at Saint Francis Hospital/ St. Mary's HospitalLaboratory Support Services Manager at Saint Francis Hospital/ St. Mary's Hospital