Lauren Gabel
Gilbertsville,PA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate patient care technician with a growing professional history in a diverse fast-paced healthcare setting. Skilled in creating a supportive and empathetic environment for patients and their families, as well as effectively collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure the highest level of patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
PICU/ONCO Acute Care Technician
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
11.2022 - Current
- Execute core care technician responsibilities that include vital signs, weights, I&O, Point of Care Testing, harm prevention, sitting on 1:1, and ADLs (bathing, feeding, turning, and repositioning)
- Performs and assists with 12 lead EKGs, bladder scans, bladder catheterization and Foley insertion, wound care and dressing application, and prepping rooms for admissions which included priming lines
- Cultivated strong relationships with all healthcare staff, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual
Registered Dietitian Intern
U.S Renal Care
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Conducted approximately 50 individualized nutritional assessments based on their laboratory results and data
- Educated all patients about the standard dialysis diet and the short and long-term health benefits of a balanced diet while on hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with personalized counseling sessions, focusing on dietary habits, lifestyle changes, and goal-setting strategies.
Registered Dietitian/Certified Diabetes Educator Intern
Pottstown Medical Specialists Incorporated
06.2020 - 03.2021
- Developed diabetes educational materials to promote healthy eating habits, resulting in increased awareness among patients and their families.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with personalized counseling sessions, focusing on diabetes management, dietary habits, lifestyle changes, and goal-setting strategies.
- Optimized clinical workflow by maintaining detailed documentation and efficient communication with colleagues.
Daycare Aide
Antietam Academy
09.2017 - 08.2019
- Collaborated and communicated effectively with parents to create personalized goals for each child's growth and development.
- Enhanced child development by leading age-appropriate activities incorporating music, movement, and stories for groups of approximately 30 children, ages 9-12 years old.
- Encouraged healthy eating habits by assisting in preparing nutritious snacks and meals for the children.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition And Dietetics -
The Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA08.2022
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical Care
- First Aid and CPR
- Behavior redirection
- Crisis Management
- EPIC
Certifications
- American Heart Association CPR First Aid and AED Certified
- American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization (PEARS)
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)
Awards Acknowledgements
- Point of Care Testing Lead
- Harm Prevention Champion for VTE
- APE/Informatics member
- Member of three Employee Resource Groups
- Multiple Bravo awards
Timeline
PICU/ONCO Acute Care Technician
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
11.2022 - Current
Registered Dietitian Intern
U.S Renal Care
05.2022 - 08.2022
Registered Dietitian/Certified Diabetes Educator Intern
Pottstown Medical Specialists Incorporated
06.2020 - 03.2021
Daycare Aide
Antietam Academy
09.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition And Dietetics -
The Pennsylvania State University