Marichu N. Leiva
Erie,PA
Summary
Dedicated patient care technician with extensive experience in monitoring vital signs and collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient safety and comfort. Proven ability to implement infection control practices and support patient education, promoting positive outcomes and successful parenting in maternal care settings.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavioral Health Technician
LECOM Health
Erie, Pennsylvania
10.2025 - Current
- Monitored patient behavior, reporting changes to the healthcare team promptly.
- Ensured safety by adhering to established protocols and procedures.
- Implemented and enforced client care regulations to maintain a secure environment.
- Facilitated group activities to promote social interaction among patients.
- Fostered positive interactions between technicians and clients to enhance therapeutic relationships.
- Administered medications per physician or psychiatrist's prescriptions.
Patient Care Technician Specialist
UPMC Mother Baby Unit
Erie, Pennsylvania
09.2025 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team promptly.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care in a high-demand mother-baby unit.
- Provided education on breastfeeding techniques and infant care to new mothers.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient comfort and safety.
- Implemented infection control practices, ensuring a safe environment.
Certified Medical Assistant
Butler Seneca Medical Center
Seneca, PA
06.2024 - 09.2025
- Administered injections, immunizations, medications, and wound dressings per the physician's instructions.
- Assisted physicians and NPs in patient exams, including vital signs and medical record updates.
- Conducted diagnostic tests, such as EKGs and hearing screenings, following established protocols.
- Maintained accurate patient visit records, documenting diagnoses, treatments, and prescriptions.
- Relayed patient messages to physicians regarding concerns and refill requests.
- Collected urine samples for drug screens or pregnancy tests as required.
- Prepared treatment rooms by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies for readiness.
Obstetric Technician/Patient Care Technician Specialist
UPMC Northwest
Seneca, PA
11.2018 - 09.2025
- Assisted nurses and physicians to ensure safe, efficient labor and delivery processes.
- Scrubbed and supported the surgeon during cesarean section procedures.
- Prepared and organized the delivery room for optimal functionality.
- Monitored vital signs, drew labs, and conducted discharge readiness checks for newborn assessments.
- Trained new staff on equipment usage and safety protocols to enhance patient care quality.
- Performed lab draws, IV insertions, bladder scans, and Foley catheter insertions.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oakwood Heights
08.2010 - 08.2016
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff immediately.
- Collaborated with the healthcare team to create individualized care plans.
- Facilitated mobility and rehabilitation exercises to promote patient recovery.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Documented patient care activities in electronic health records for compliance.
Education
Science - Nursing
Pennwest University
Oil city, Venango04-2026
Skills
- Medication administration
- Infection control practices
- Phlebotomy techniques
- IV insertion
- Catheter care
- Basic life support
- Medical equipment operation
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Patient advocacy
- Patient monitoring
- Sterilization techniques
References
Joanette Weber BSN-RN, UPMC Hamot Clinical Instructor / St. Vincent Med Surg Staff Nurse, 814-403-6924
Certification
- Medication Administration
- Certified Medical assistant
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- BLS
Timeline
Behavioral Health Technician
LECOM Health
10.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician Specialist
UPMC Mother Baby Unit
09.2025 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Butler Seneca Medical Center
06.2024 - 09.2025
Obstetric Technician/Patient Care Technician Specialist
UPMC Northwest
11.2018 - 09.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Oakwood Heights
08.2010 - 08.2016
Science - Nursing
Pennwest University