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MARK PICARDAL

Las Vegas

Summary

Professional healthcare provider with strong expertise in patient care and support. Skilled in assisting medical staff, managing patient needs, and maintaining healthcare standards. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and reliability in fast-paced environments. Proficient in vital signs monitoring, patient mobility assistance, and medical documentation.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center
01.2007 - Current
  • Assisted in monitoring patient vital signs and reporting changes to nursing staff.
  • Communicated effectively with patients to address concerns and provide reassurance.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to coordinate patient care plans.
  • 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.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
  • Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
  • Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
  • Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
  • Ensured safety and well-being of patients through diligent observation and reporting of changes in condition.
  • Streamlined patient check-in process, enhancing efficiency of care delivery.
  • Prepared and maintained patient rooms for admissions, discharges, and transfers, ensuring readiness and comfort.
  • Contributed to team meetings, offering insights on patient care improvements based on direct observations.

Education

No Degree - PATIENT CARE ASST/TECH

MARIC COLLEGE
San Diego, CA
01-2006

No Degree -

San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CA
01-2004

High School Diploma -

EASTLAKE HIGH SCHOOL
Chula Vista, CA
01-2002

Skills

  • Over 20 Years experience as a patient care tech
  • Basic life support
  • Wound care
  • Certified Acute and rehabilitative Aide
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Certified Radiology Aide
  • Certified Home Health Aide
  • Certified EKG Tech
  • Efficient in attaching Neural monitoring (leads only no needles)
  • Efficient in blood draw
  • Certified ICD 9 Coding
  • Mobility assistance
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Qualified in patient transport
  • End-of-life care
  • Restocking supplies
  • Patient hygiene management
  • Heavy lifting
  • Vitals documentation
  • Time management
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Calm under stress
  • Attention to detail
  • Direct patient care

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center
01.2007 - Current

No Degree - PATIENT CARE ASST/TECH

MARIC COLLEGE

No Degree -

San Diego Mesa College

High School Diploma -

EASTLAKE HIGH SCHOOL