Peter N Sterling
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician with expertise in patient observation, compassionate care, and health monitoring. Committed to enhancing patient experiences through personalized support and effective team collaboration.
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care and direct support services. Known for fostering team collaboration and training new staff to ensure high-quality care delivery. Ready to leverage adaptability and strong bedside manner to improve patient satisfaction.
Compassionate and adaptable Patient Care Technician with a strong background in health monitoring and infection control. Proven ability to support individualized care plans and enhance patient mobility, ensuring dignity and comfort during hospital stays.
Healthcare professional ready to contribute to patient care excellence. Expertise in providing compassionate care and supporting medical staff in fast-paced environments. Reliable team player focused on adapting to evolving patient needs and delivering quality outcomes.
Professional healthcare provider with strong expertise in patient care and support. Skilled in assisting medical staff, managing patient needs, and maintaining healthcare standards. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and reliability in fast-paced environments. Proficient in vital signs monitoring, patient mobility assistance, and medical documentation.
Experienced with patient care and daily living assistance. Utilizes compassionate communication to support patients emotionally and physically. Strong understanding of medical equipment operation and patient monitoring techniques.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Sanford Health
Sioux Falls, SD
05.2018 - 02.2026
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks to enhance overall patient experience.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas to ensure safety and comfort.
- Supported patient mobility by assisting with transfers and ambulation exercises.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
Direct Support Professional
Lifescapes
Sioux Falls, SD
04.2020 - 01.2026
- Provided personalized care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Assisted clients in daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized support plans.
- Monitored client progress and communicated changes to care teams effectively.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Direct Support Professional
VOA
Sioux Falls, SD
03.2024 - 12.2025
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices for client support and safety protocols.
- Developed recreational programs to engage clients and foster social interactions.
- Advocated for client needs, ensuring access to community resources and services.
- Implemented feedback systems to improve client satisfaction and service delivery efficiency.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gboveh High School
Monrovia, IN12-1985
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- Infection control standards
- Catheter care
- ADL support
- Infection control
- Feeding assistance
- Patient positioning
- Adaptable
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient services
- Patient education
- Mobility assistance
- Infection prevention
- Healthy meal preparation
- Hospice and palliative care
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Compassionate care
- End-of-life care
- Health monitoring
- Restocking supplies
- Healthcare expertise
- Monitoring patient conditions
- Vitals documentation
- Feeding assistance specialist
- Patient hygiene management
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
VOA
03.2024 - 12.2025
Direct Support Professional
Lifescapes
04.2020 - 01.2026
Patient Care Technician
Sanford Health
05.2018 - 02.2026
High School Diploma -
Gboveh High School