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Kiera Wright

Valdosta,Georgia

Summary

Proactive Patient Care Technician and Direct Support Professional with extensive experience in vital signs monitoring, patient observation, and compassionate care. Adept at assisting nurses, training new staff, and ensuring a clean, safe environment. Strong skills in crisis intervention, patient education, and maintaining positive relationships with clients and their families. Dedicated care professional, committed to supporting patients in feeling secure and comfortable in clinical and home settings. Responsible team player always willing to assume additional responsibility to ease family burden. Expertise in Patient Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Acumen
05.2020 - 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.

Direct Support Professional

Home Nurse
07.2015 - 01.2022
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Organized staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage while minimizing overtime costs for efficient resource management.
  • Assisted in the recruitment, hiring, and training of new direct support staff members, ensuring a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
  • Built strong relationships with family members and guardians to foster open communication regarding client progress and concerns.

CNA

Tender Care Home Health
02.2012 - 11.2020
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.

Cashier

Walmart
04.2009 - 11.2012
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College
Valdosta, GA
05.2007

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient Observation
  • Blood Glucose Testing
  • Infection control standards
  • Catheter Care
  • Patient Services
  • Patient Education
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Clinical Training
  • Healthy meal preparation
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Time Management
  • CPR Certification
  • Patient-focused care
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Vital signs
  • Recording vital signs
  • Empathy and Compassionate Care
  • Attention to Detail
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Care Monitoring
  • Supply Restocking
  • Personal Care Aide
  • Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A)
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Accomplishments

  • Awarded "Employee of the Month" for delivering outstanding administrative support.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
  • CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests

Customer service rep

Work from home

Medical office

Doctors office

Languages

English
Full Professional

Quote

It is never too late to be what you might have been.
George Eliot

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

Acumen
05.2020 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Home Nurse
07.2015 - 01.2022

CNA

Tender Care Home Health
02.2012 - 11.2020

Cashier

Walmart
04.2009 - 11.2012

High School Diploma -

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College
Kiera Wright