LAURIE NKIKO
Monroe
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Patient Care Technician with experience in cardiac telemetry, acute care hospital settings, and long-term care. Proven ability to support nursing staff, monitor patient conditions, and deliver safe, high-quality patient-centered care. Strong communicator who remains calm and effective in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Telemetry Unit
Premier Health - Atrium Medical Center
Middletown
05.2024 - 12.2025
- Provided direct patient care including bathing, grooming, feeding, toileting, and hygiene.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, blood glucose levels, and intake/output.
- Supported continuous cardiac telemetry monitoring, including lead placement and alarm response.
- Performed EKGs, bladder scans, and routine clinical tasks under RN supervision.
- Assisted with patient mobility, repositioning, and fall-prevention measures.
- Maintained infection control standards and ensured patient room cleanliness.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during acute illness.
Nursing Assistant
Ohio Living Mount Pleasant
Monroe
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Provided daily care support including hygiene, feeding, ambulation, and repositioning.
- Prevented pressure injuries through routine turning and skin care.
- Documented patient conditions and communicated with interdisciplinary teams.
- Followed individualized care and rehabilitation plans.
Nursing Assistant
Home Instead Senior Care
Cincinnati
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, mobility, and personal care.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to supervising staff.
- Promoted patient safety, comfort, and independence in the home-care setting.
- Maintained accurate and timely documentation.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - BSN
Christ College of Nursing And Health Sciences
Cincinnati, OHSkills
- Patient care and safety
- Vital signs monitoring
- Cardiac telemetry support
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Assistance with ADLs
- Mobility and transfers
- Fall prevention strategies
- Infection control practices
- Clinical documentation skills
- Emotional support techniques
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Telemetry Unit
Premier Health - Atrium Medical Center
05.2024 - 12.2025
Nursing Assistant
Ohio Living Mount Pleasant
09.2019 - 11.2019
Nursing Assistant
Home Instead Senior Care
03.2019 - 08.2019
Some College (No Degree) - BSN
Christ College of Nursing And Health Sciences