Maria L. Diaz
Houston ,TX
Summary
Adept Patient Care Technician with a proven track record at University Texas Medical Branch, enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and efficient task execution. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and blood glucose testing, Excel in maintaining high standards of patient care and safety. Demonstrated expertise in training peers, contributing to improved care delivery and patient outcomes. Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 20 years of healthcare experience. Skilled at supporting transports, ambulating patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
University Texas Medical Branch
10.2003 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported needs of 16 cardiac patients in one unit.
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Infection control standards
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Specimen Collection
- Feeding Assistance
- Mobility Assistance
- Clinical Training
- Information Protection
- Infection prevention
- Sterilization techniques
- HIPAA Compliance
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient Care
- Patient Care Technician/Assistant
- Patient Observation
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
University Texas Medical Branch
10.2003 - Current
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