Summary
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Work History
Education
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Group Research Projects
Certification
Personal Research Projects
Honors And Awards
Coursework
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Lauren Rauch

Poughkeepsie

Summary

Patient Care Technician with extensive experience in delivering compassionate care and monitoring patient needs. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes and safety. Recognized for strong decision-making and problem-solving skills, providing exceptional support and education to patients and families.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Northwell Health
08.2024 - Current
  • Delivered comprehensive care for patients with substance abuse, seizures, strokes, and neurological disorders at Vassar Brothers Hospital.
  • Monitored vital signs, performed aura checks, conducted EKGs, bladder scans, and ensured airway safety through suctioning.
  • Maintained patient safety during transportation and ensured cleanliness and nourishment throughout care.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to address urgent patient needs and advocate for effective treatment.
  • Educated patients and families on isolation protocols and diagnoses to enhance understanding and compliance.
  • Assisted across Med-Surg floor, Post-Op Med-Surg, and Emergency Department at Northern Dutchess as needed.
  • Executed phlebotomy and essential medical tasks while maintaining high standards in fast-paced environments.

Counselor Aide

Cornerstone of Rhinebeck
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Advocated for patients to promote adherence to treatment plans.
    Ensured patient safety through diligent monitoring and intervention.
    Conducted drug tests and body searches as necessary for compliance.
    Delivered lectures on relevant topics under supervision of CASACS and medical team.

Direct Support Professional

Arc of Hudson Valley
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Assisted individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in completing ADLs.
  • Collaborated with case managers, supervisors, directors, and medical teams to address individual needs.
  • Ensured respectful, supportive, and compassionate service delivery for all clients.

Direct Support Professional

Greystone Programs Inc
Poughkeepsie
04.2023 - 06.2023
  • Assisted individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities in performing activities of daily living safely.
  • Collaborated with case managers, supervisors, directors, and medical teams to address individual needs.
  • Ensured delivery of respectful, supportive, and compassionate care to all individuals served.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology on Public Health Pathway

Marist University
Poughkeepsie, NY
05.2024

Skills

  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • EMR proficiency
  • Patient education and monitoring
  • Crisis intervention
  • Phlebotomy
  • Patient hygiene management
  • Mobility training
  • Clinical training and emergency response
  • Professional bedside manner

Group Research Projects

  • Psychology Research Methodology I Course Research Project, 2023

     Research project based data collected on how each parenting style affects children's mental health, especially with depression and anxiety.

  • Psychology Research Methodology II Course Research Project, 2024

      Research project based data collected on if college students were more stressed out in the beginning of his or her college career than towards the end.

Certification

  • SKIP
  • CPR
  • CPI

Personal Research Projects

  • Are Rehab Programs Beneficial for the Participants? 2024
  • Is the Interdisciplinary Approach a Positive Contribution to a Comfort Care Patient and Healthcare Worker? 2025

Honors And Awards

  • Louis Greenspan Memorial Scholarship
  • Marist College Scholarship
  • Marist Brothers Scholarship

Coursework

  • Drug/Alcohol Abuse
  • Abnormal Psychology
  • Child Development
  • Psychology of Adolescents
  • The Exceptional Child
  • Social Problems in Today's World

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

Northwell Health
08.2024 - Current

Counselor Aide

Cornerstone of Rhinebeck
01.2024 - 06.2024

Direct Support Professional

Arc of Hudson Valley
08.2023 - 01.2024

Direct Support Professional

Greystone Programs Inc
04.2023 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Science - Psychology on Public Health Pathway

Marist University