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Micha Simmons

Houston,Texas

Summary

Compassionate Patient Care Technician with a reliable work ethic and strong venipuncture skills, honed at DaVita. Recognized for enhancing patient satisfaction through attentive listening and effective communication. Proven ability to monitor vital signs and respond to emergencies, ensuring optimal patient safety and care in critical situations.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Technician - CCHT

DaVita
11.2021 - Current
  • Managed emergency situations effectively, following established protocols to ensure optimal patient safety during critical moments.
  • Provided individualized care to patients, constantly monitoring their condition and reporting any changes to the nursing team.
  • Contributed to continuous improvement efforts within the department by actively participating in quality improvement initiatives.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and timely care to patients in various healthcare settings.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering a sense of comfort and understanding throughout the care process.
  • Educated patients on proper medication usage, promoting adherence to treatment plans and improving health outcomes.
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, facilitating efficient patient care and reducing workload for nurses.
  • Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
  • Set-up equipment for dialysis and primed dialyzer in preparation for use.
  • Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
  • Performed routine quality control and safety checks on all equipment.
  • Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, lab results and other indicators of health.
  • Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
  • Safely transported, transferred and positioned patients on chairs for treatment.
  • Followed directions when mixing dialysate and priming dialyzer with saline or heparinized solutions.
  • Administered intravenous therapy under supervision of registered nurses, adhering strictly to protocol for optimal results without complications.

Personal Care Assistant

Precise Private Duty
03.2021 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Ensured timely medication administration, managing accurate records of dosages and schedules for multiple clients.
  • Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, sharing updates with family members and healthcare providers as necessary.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.

Assistant Manager

7-eleven
01.2019 - 07.2020
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
  • Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
  • Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
  • Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
  • Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations by conducting regular inspections of equipment/operations within the store.
  • Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring safe environment for both staff and customers.
  • Oversaw daily operations to maintain store cleanliness and organization.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to employees.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.

Private Caregiver

Martin Private Duty
07.2018 - 04.2019
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
  • Handled household management tasks like laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping leading to a well-maintained living space.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment, reducing the risk of infection or injury.
  • Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing for enhanced selfesteem.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
  • Managed patient medications, ensuring accurate dosages and timely administration.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to healthcare providers promptly.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.

Private Caregiver

Self-employed
11.2007 - 06.2018
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
  • Handled household management tasks like laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping leading to a well-maintained living space.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment, reducing the risk of infection or injury.
  • Managed patient medications, ensuring accurate dosages and timely administration.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Drove patients to appointments and errands, ensuring their transportation needs were met safely and punctually.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.

Education

Practical Nursing

Houston Community College
Houston, TX
08-2025

Skills

  • Venipuncture Skills
  • Reliable Work Ethic
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • HIPAA Regulations Compliance
  • Detail-Oriented Approach
  • Consistent Dependability
  • Vital Signs Assessment
  • Attentive Listening Techniques
  • Strong Verbal Communication
  • CPR Certification Holder
  • Monitoring Patient Vital Signs
  • Clear Communication

Timeline

Patient Care Technician - CCHT

DaVita
11.2021 - Current

Personal Care Assistant

Precise Private Duty
03.2021 - Current

Assistant Manager

7-eleven
01.2019 - 07.2020

Private Caregiver

Martin Private Duty
07.2018 - 04.2019

Private Caregiver

Self-employed
11.2007 - 06.2018

Practical Nursing

Houston Community College

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