Madeline Karsjen
State Center,IOWA
Summary
Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 2 years of healthcare experience. Skilled at supporting transports, ambulating patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
UnityPoint Health Marshalltown
2023.06 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
CNA
Southridge Specialty Care
2022.09 - 2023.03
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Education
LPN/RN - Nursing
Iowa Valley Community College - Marshalltown Community College
Marshalltown, IA05.2025
High School Diploma -
West Marshall High School
State Center, IA05.2023
Skills
- Healthy Meal Preparation
- Infection Prevention
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Mobility Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Patient Education
- Hospice and Palliative Care
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Empathy and Compassion
- Catheter Care
- Bedsore Prevention
- CPR Certification
- CNA Certification
- Care Monitoring
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
UnityPoint Health Marshalltown
2023.06 - Current
CNA
Southridge Specialty Care
2022.09 - 2023.03
LPN/RN - Nursing
Iowa Valley Community College - Marshalltown Community College
High School Diploma -
West Marshall High School
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