Alexa Boyles
Newton,KS
Summary
Energetic Healthcare professional dedicated to providing top-quality, patient-centered care. Highly skilled in addressing acute and chronic conditions. Resourceful navigation of complex healthcare environments to optimize patient care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Hutchinson Regional Medical Center
Hutchinson, KS
11.2023 - Current
- Provided patient care by taking vital signs, blood glucose levels, height and weight measurements.
- Assisted physicians with medical procedures such as wound dressing changes and suture removal.
- Performed EKG's, and other tests under the supervision of a nurse or physician.
- Monitored patients' conditions by observing physical and mental status, intake and output levels, and exercise tolerance.
- Collected samples for lab testing including urine specimens, throat cultures, sputum specimens, and stool specimens.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records system according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Maintained a clean environment in the Emergency Department by cleaning equipment after use and restocking supplies when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times by listening to their concerns and providing comfort measures.
- Transported patients to other departments within the hospital using gurneys or wheelchairs safely and efficiently.
- Answered call lights promptly while on duty in the ER.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations in order to provide life-saving interventions.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control protocols when interacting with patients.
Mental Health Technician
Larned State Hospital
Larned, KS
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, counselors and nurses to coordinate quality care for each client.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
- Assisted in transporting clients to appointments outside the facility when necessary.
- Supported clients in developing daily living skills such as budgeting money or time management.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding towards them.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
- Monitored vital signs, including pulse, respiration and temperature, of psychiatric patients.
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
- Developed positive relationships with patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Provided excellent service to patients through personable communication.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Modeled appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in crisis situations involving patients, family or staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
Treasure Coast High School
Port Saint Lucie, FL05-2020
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Transport
- ADL support
- Restocking supplies
- Information Protection
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Observation
- Emergency Response
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Adaptable
- Healthcare expertise
Certification
- CPR
- BLS
Timeline
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Hutchinson Regional Medical Center
11.2023 - Current
Mental Health Technician
Larned State Hospital
07.2022 - 07.2023
- CPR
- BLS
High School Diploma -
Treasure Coast High School
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