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Patricia Steeves

Bridgeport,CT

Summary

Well-qualified Healthcare professional adept at managing specimens, assisting with mobility and responding to emergencies. Excellent relationship-building, prioritization and time management skills. Certified in American Heart Association BLS Supporter with AED.

Efficient Patient Care Technician bringing proven direct support experience over 20-years experience in healthcare. Knowledgeable about paperwork procedures, mobility assistance and documentation requirements. Team-oriented and adaptable to changing needs.

Dedicated Patient Care Technician accustomed to providing optimal patient care and support while assisting medical staff with meeting critical needs. Skilled in collecting specimens, cleaning rooms and managing dietary needs. Excellent communication and organizational skills combined with dependable, forward-thinking approach.

Experienced Healthcare team member proficient in biological specimen collection, mobility assistance and emergency situation management. Demonstrated strengths in building relationships, prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively. Hardworking and dedicated with Patient Care Technician certification.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Home Caregiver

Senior Helpers
Fairfield, CT
09.2018 - Current
  • Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report patient progress
  • Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes to keep healthcare team updated
  • Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment
  • Increased medication knowledge and medical terminology prowess through consistent research and continuing education
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance when needed
  • Ensured safety and well-being of each patient in alignment with care plan
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety
  • Completed data entries in charts and logbooks to document client progress
  • Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care
  • Ran errands for clients and transported to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with each patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance
  • Pleasantly greeted patients and families and displayed enthusiastic, compassionate attitude, effectively establishing long-term professional relationships

Service Assistant

City Of Bridgeport Ct - Government
Bridgeport, CT
06.2000 - 03.2013
  • Established and maintained clean and comfortable environments in building by vacuuming, cleaning windows and dusting
  • Stripped and refinished hard surface floors to maintain quality condition and appearance
  • Scrubbed, top-coated, buffed and varnished hard floors
  • Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing and vacuuming
  • Cleaned windows, glass partitions and mirrors using soapy water, surface cleaner, sponges and squeegees
  • Thoroughly scrubbed and cleaned bathroom fixtures and partitions
  • Safely operated equipment such as vacuum cleaners, floor buffers and carpet machines and trained other Service Assistants in proper usage
  • Thoroughly cleaned Municipal establishment, including rooms, lobbies, lounges and restrooms to maintain organized and welcoming environment
  • Helped set up venue for special events by locating furniture and building desired arrangements
  • Cleaned public restrooms, including scrubbing sinks, toilets, countertops and mirrors to mitigate germs and risk of illness
  • Maintained a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and adhere to OSHA standards of safe working practices
  • Mopped and vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance at all times
  • Disposed of trash, cleaned and organized public areas and maintained supply inventory
  • Operated janitorial equipment properly and safely
  • Traveled to and from work sites to meet needs of employees and visitors at different municipal facilities

Education

Diploma - Patient Care Technician

Training Direct
Bridgeport, CT
06.2019

Skills

  • Hospice and palliative care
  • High level of autonomy
  • Adaptable
  • Culturally-competent care
  • Mobility assistance aptitude
  • Supporting personal needs
  • Direct patient care
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
  • Measuring bodily fluids
  • Recording vital signs
  • Companionship and emotional support
  • Patient privacy
  • Infection control and aseptic procedures
  • Client documentation
  • Client safety and first aid
  • Compassionate client care
  • Biohazard waste disposal
  • Sanitation and sterilization
  • Proper storage procedures
  • Data entry
  • Sharps disposal
  • Tracking specimens
  • Drawing blood
  • HIPAA
  • Quality control
  • Patient education
  • Bi-lingual in English and American Sign Language
  • Broad medical terminology knowledge

Certification

  • CPR certified through American Heart Association
  • NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician # J8A5X7J6
  • NHA Certified Patient Care Technician # N8W9A8J2

Additional Information

NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician # J8A5X7J6

NHA Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant # N8W9A8J2

Timeline

Home Caregiver

Senior Helpers
09.2018 - Current

Service Assistant

City Of Bridgeport Ct - Government
06.2000 - 03.2013

Diploma - Patient Care Technician

Training Direct

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