Highly skilled certified healthcare professional with 11 plus years in operating Room Chemistry Laboratory Clerk CNA PCT Emergency Room Technician and NHA-CPT also 30 college credits towards Associate degree.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Wm.W.Backus Hospital
Norwich, CT
11.2003 - 10.2014
Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
Assisted with resuscitation efforts in life-threatening situations such as cardiac arrest or trauma cases.
Recorded all pertinent information regarding patient encounters into electronic health records system.
Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
Performed venipuncture and capillary draws with precision on patients of varying ages and health statuses.
Enforced infection control and sharps disposal procedures to protect patients, co-workers and self.
Used heel and finger stick methods to obtain blood from capillaries.
Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
Collected specimen samples and transported to laboratory for processing.
Identified and labeled specimens accurately, ensuring proper handling and transport to lab.
Restocked supplies such as needles, gauze, tourniquets, and other necessary items for collection.
Labeled blood vials with critical information like time of collection, date and patient name.
Counseled patients to ease fears, explain procedures, and enhance cooperation during blood draws.
Education
NURSING
Three Rivers Community College
Norwich, CT
NURSING
Goodwin College
East Hartford, CT
Skills
Emergency Response
Patient Observation
Restocking supplies
Specimen Collection
Vital signs monitoring
Patient positioning understanding
Infection control standards
Mobility Assistance
Professional Bedside Manner
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant
PCT Certificate from Three Rivers Community College
Student Internship/Training at University Hospital of the West Indies; Kingston Public Hospital (KPH); Bustamante Hospital for Children; Bellevue Hospital; Victoria Jubilee Hospital; National Chest HospitalStudent Internship/Training at University Hospital of the West Indies; Kingston Public Hospital (KPH); Bustamante Hospital for Children; Bellevue Hospital; Victoria Jubilee Hospital; National Chest Hospital
Agency Registered Nurse at Aumen Medical Staffing (Mercy Hospital, Roseland Community Hospital, Norwegian Hospital)Agency Registered Nurse at Aumen Medical Staffing (Mercy Hospital, Roseland Community Hospital, Norwegian Hospital)