Nekerita Wade
Peoria,IL
Summary
Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 26 years of healthcare experience. Skilled at supporting transports, ambulating patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
05.2013 - Current
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Staffing Agency
04.2006 - 05.2013
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL05.2024
High School Diploma -
Manual High School
Peoria, IL05.1995
Skills
- Care Monitoring
- Patient-focused care
- Patient Care Technician/Assistant
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
05.2013 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Staffing Agency
04.2006 - 05.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Illinois Central College
High School Diploma -
Manual High School
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