Patient Care Technician
UW Health Swedish American Hospital
Rockford, IL
07.2024 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, and reported changes to nurse.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Assisted in preparing patients for diagnostic tests and procedures.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Collected specimens, such as urine samples, for testing purposes.
- Restocked the unit frequently with the necessary medical supplies.
- Precept new CNA's on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent pressure injuries.
- Practicing patient care while adhering to HIPAA protocol.