Olivia Curtis
Neptune City
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician with extensive experience at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, skilled in vital signs monitoring and compassionate care. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety while efficiently collaborating with healthcare teams. Recognized for exceptional observation documentation and effective emergency response, ensuring high-quality patient outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
Neptune City
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical team promptly.
- Supported patient mobility through safe transfer techniques and ambulation assistance.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Delivered direct patient care, enhancing support for healthcare team members.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Ensured safe environment through strict adherence to infection control measures, minimizing risk of infection.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Coordinated safe patient transfers between bed and mobility aids, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2020 - 12.2022
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- 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.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Preferred Care In Wall
08.2018 - 03.2021
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in Number-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJInternational Business Economics - General
Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJSkills
- Feeding Assistance Expertise
- Nutrition and Diet
- Efficient and Reliable Team Player
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Systems Evaluation
- Bed Making and Linen Changes
- Observation Documentation
- Performing Patient Intakes
- Interdisciplinary Communication
- Medical Records Management
- PointClickCare
- Transporting Patients
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Reading Comprehension
- Vital signs monitoring
- EKG administration
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Infection control protocols
- Emergency response procedures
- Patient observation
- Time management
- Compassionate care
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Hospice and palliative care
- CPR certification
- Catheter care
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2020 - 12.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Preferred Care In Wall
08.2018 - 03.2021
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing
Brookdale Community College
International Business Economics - General
Brookdale Community College