Olivia Louviere
Ruskin
Summary
Compassionate Patient Care Technician known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient monitoring, vital signs measurement, and post-operative care. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient care and support. 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
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
12.2024 - Current
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Supported patients during recovery periods with proper positioning techniques, wound care, and hygiene assistance.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress, address concerns, and collaboratively develop individualized care plans with various healthcare professionals.
Patient Care Technician
St. Joseph's Hospital South, Adult ER Department
03.2023 - 09.2024
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by a physician or RN.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation
- 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.
- Maintained a clean environment in the Emergency Department by cleaning equipment after use and restocking supplies when necessary.
- Transported patients to other departments within the hospital using gurneys or wheelchairs safely and efficiently.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
- Accessed patient charts and medical records
- Psychiatric monitoring of patients in ER
- Baker acting adults and kids from professional standpoint per doctor.
- EKG monitoring and basic knowledge of electrocardiograms.
Patient Care Technician
St. Joseph's Hospital South, Pediatric ER
03.2023 - 09.2024
- Monitored vital signs of pediatric patients regularly according to established protocols.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Maintained accurate documentation to pediatric patients in the ER setting.
- Monitored pediatric glucose levels, blood pressure, and heart rate activity.
- Performed casting on broken limbs to newborns and pediatric patients PER doctor orders.
- Coordinated transfer of critically ill children from ER to Intensive Care Unit when necessary.
- Assured that all necessary supplies were available for use in the Pediatric Emergency Room.
- Performed electrocardiograms (EKG)
- Transportation provided to PICU PER doctor transfer.
- Set-up bayflight transportation to travel to main campus hospital.
Patient Care Technician
Manatee Memorial Hospital
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or stretcher, as needed.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, and staff members.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure a safe environment for patients.
- Organized supplies to maintain adequate stock levels throughout the shift.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
State College of Florida
Bradenton, FL01-2027
High School Diploma -
Jule F. Sumner High School
Riverview, FL05-2022
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- Emergency response
- Patient advocacy
- Wound care
- Pediatric care
- Admission and discharge processes
- Patient health education
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
Languages
American Sign Language
Limited Working
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
12.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
St. Joseph's Hospital South, Adult ER Department
03.2023 - 09.2024
Patient Care Technician
St. Joseph's Hospital South, Pediatric ER
03.2023 - 09.2024
Patient Care Technician
Manatee Memorial Hospital
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
Associate of Science - Nursing
State College of Florida
High School Diploma -
Jule F. Sumner High School
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