Libby Steinbach
Knoxville,PA
Summary
Hardworking Hem/Onc Pediatric Unit Tech. bringing proven direct support experience developed during healthcare career. Team-oriented and adaptable to changing needs. Patient-focused professional offers support in critical care, pre-op, medical-surgical and post-op cases in medical center environments. Delivers customized education to patients of diverse conditions and backgrounds. Excellent decision-making, time management and communication skills. Established Patient Care Technician offering CPR certified, clinical training in acute care, medical-surgical, skilled nursing, psychiatric, geriatric and rehabilitation units. Proficient in nursing documentation, assessment and decision-making. Calm and effective in pressured and emergent situations. Provides personalized and compassionate direct patient care individually and in assistance with other medical personnel.
Caring Nursing Student possessing calm disposition and excellent crisis management abilities. Skillful in documenting thorough, accurate patient information and monitoring fluid outtake and input levels. Observant and conscientious collaborator with knowledge of nursing and medical terminologies paired with strong passion to help others.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unit Technician - Peds Hem/Onc
East Tennessee Children's Hospital
Knoxville, Tennessee
05.2023 - Current
- Gave emotional support and comfort measures during times of illness or distress.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients, visitors, staff members and self by adhering to infection control standards.
- Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
- Coordinated with other health professionals regarding patient care plans.
- Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
- Assessed physical needs of patients related to activities of daily living such as bathing, feeding, grooming.
- Provided education about disease processes and management strategies for patients and families upon request.
- Recorded accurate information regarding patient's condition in their charts according to facility policy and procedure guidelines.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Performed daily rounds, verifying patient temperatures and vital signs.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
Student Worker-Office of Student Services
UTK College of Nursing
Knoxville, Tennessee
11.2021 - Current
- Typed, formatted and edited correspondence and other documents.
- Greeted visitors, determined their needs and directed them to the appropriate personnel.
- Sorted and distributed incoming mail, dispersing to appropriate departments and personnel.
- Answered telephones, directed calls, and took messages.
Bartender
Mueller's Linden Inn
Slinger , WI
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Ensured proper sanitation of bar area, glassware, utensils, and equipment.
- Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
- Processed payments accurately and efficiently with POS system.
- Checked identification cards for proof of age prior to serving alcohol beverages.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Kept track of bar tabs and transferred open tabs to dining area for wait staff.
- Greeted frequent visitors by name and explained new promotions.
- Effectively multitasked within fast-paced environment.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cedar Community
West Bend , WI
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to family members regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN05-2024
Skills
- ADL Support
- Patient Observation
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Mobility Assistance
- Basic Nursing Care
- Patient Education
- Adaptable
- Patient Services
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Data Collection
- Compassionate Communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient-Focused Care
- Care Plan Implementation
- Condition Monitoring
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Electronic Charting
- Courteous
- Outgoing Personality
Affiliations
- Academic Service Learning Volunteer - 90 logged hours
- Babysitter for local Knoxville families
Accomplishments
- Was nominated by CON faculty for a scholarship
Certification
- BLS Certified
- CNA
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Unit Technician - Peds Hem/Onc
East Tennessee Children's Hospital
05.2023 - Current
Student Worker-Office of Student Services
UTK College of Nursing
11.2021 - Current
Bartender
Mueller's Linden Inn
06.2021 - 01.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cedar Community
01.2021 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville