Natasha Collins
Lakeland ,FL
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with a proven track record at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital, excelling in vital signs monitoring and offering unparalleled emotional support. Skilled in patient observation and fostering positive relationships, I significantly enhance patient care. Expertise in infection control and a compassionate bedside manner underscore my commitment to improving patient outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2024 - 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Caregiver
Canopy
05.2023 - 11.2024
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
Med Tech
Lake Gibs Village
04.2023 - 10.2024
- Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Assisted physicians and nurses in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to identify accurate treatment for patients.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment, and reagents used and placed orders for replacements.
- Collected and processed laboratory specimens to obtain samples for analysis.
- Maintained a sterile work environment, adhering to strict safety guidelines for optimal patient care.
Home Health Aide
Self
01.2009 - 12.2023
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
Education
Keystone National High School
Miami, FL07.2017
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- Basic life support
- Catheter care
- Blood glucose monitoring
- ADL support
- Specimen collection
- Infection control
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Feeding assistance
- Patient positioning
- Adaptable
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient services
- Emergency response
- Patient education
- Data collection
- Clinical training
- Information protection
- Emotional support
- Medical equipment operation
- Healthy meal preparation
- Sterilization techniques
- Corrective action planning
- Wound care
- Qualified in patient transport
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Canopy
05.2023 - 11.2024
Med Tech
Lake Gibs Village
04.2023 - 10.2024
Home Health Aide
Self
01.2009 - 12.2023
Keystone National High School
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