nicole parsons
Clovis,CA
Summary
Compassionate Patient Care Technician with extensive experience at Clovis Community Hospital, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety through effective communication and adherence to infection control standards, ensuring high-quality care and positive patient experiences. Dedicated to fostering a supportive healing environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Clovis Community Hospital
Clovis, CA
02.2026 - 04.2026
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care activities, ensuring comfort and safety of patients.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Maintained clean and organized patient rooms, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Supported mobility assistance by helping patients with transfers and ambulation exercises.
CNA
Countryside Care Center
Fresno, CA
05.2025 - 02.2026
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas, ensuring safety standards.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to implement individualized care plans effectively.
CNA
Healthcare, Center Of Fresno I
11.2023 - 04.2025
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas to promote hygiene.
- Supported healthcare team by preparing materials for medical procedures.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families regarding care plans and needs.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of caregiving skills and protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to create a positive patient experience through compassionate care.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from hospital settings to home or long-term care facilities, ensuring continuity of care throughout the process.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant
Synergy Healthcare
Fresno, CA10.2023
High School Diploma - High School Graduate
Stigler High School
Stigler, OK05.2009
Skills
Vital signs monitoring
CPR certification
Patient observation
Basic life support
Infection control standards
Catheter care
ADL support
Specimen collection
Infection control
Feeding assistance
Patient positioning
Adaptable
Professional bedside manner
Patient services
Emergency response
Mobility assistance
Information protection
Infection prevention
Emotional support
Sterilization techniques
Active listening
Compassionate care
Acute care
Safety protocols
Patient advocacy
Bed preparation
Monitoring patient conditions
Basic nursing care
Vitals documentation
Body mechanics knowledge
Patient assistance
Acute and rehabilitative care
Restocking supplies
Patient mobility training
Patient hygiene management
Time management
HIPAA compliance
Patient-focused care
Certified in CPR/AED
Vital signs
Recording vital signs
Empathy and compassionate care
Calm under stress
Attention to detail
Direct patient care
CPR/AED
Patient care
Patient care technician (PCT)
Electronic charting
Responding to emergencies
Patient care quality
Collecting vital signs
Inpatient care
Emotional and social support
Activities of daily living ADL support
Client documentation
Patient care technician/assistant
Supporting personal needs
Patient care technician
Clinical documentation
CNA certification
Electronic recordkeeping
Room cleaning and restocking
Transporting patients
Heavy lifting
Documenting behaviors
Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
Care monitoring
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Clovis Community Hospital
02.2026 - 04.2026
CNA
Countryside Care Center
05.2025 - 02.2026
CNA
Healthcare, Center Of Fresno I
11.2023 - 04.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Synergy Healthcare
High School Diploma - High School Graduate
Stigler High School