Rhey Alvarez
Hollister,CA
Summary
Experienced caregiver bringing almost 3 years of dedicated patient care in acute hospital setting mainly in orthopedic. Focuses on serving adult and geriatric patient populations to assist in emotional and physical needs with empathy and a culturally sensitive mindset. A trustworthy professional with a caring attitude centered on treating all patients with dignity and respect.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Patien Care
Kaiser Permanente
06.2024 - Current
- Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, or designee, the Patient Care Technician assists the work of the Registered Nurse to meet the needs of patients in order to provide safe, quality care.
- Working as part of a team with the Registered Nurse, the Patient Care Technician participates in providing patient care, including: Implements progressive mobility guidelines (e.g. patients in chair for meals). Ambulating, turning and repositioning patients. Uses patient handling equipment in the tasks of lifting, transferring, repositioning and transporting patients. As needed, may also transport patients within the medical center and deliver and pick up specimens and prescriptions.
- Assisting with activities of daily living, including but not limited to: feeding, bathing, toileting, providing water, answering the phone, and oral care. Within the Patient Care Technician duties and responsibilities and dependant on the patient population, assists the Registered Nurse with patient monitoring, including but not limited to: obtaining, recording and reporting vital signs.
- In coordination with the Registered Nurse and other medical center staff, will maintain a clean and safe environment by providing a newly admitted patient with supplies (e.g. ICS/ Admission Kit), ensuring a clean and tidy bedside, and neat linens. Performs other related duties as necessary.
- Under the direction of the Nurse Manager or designee, the Patient Care Technician may act as a sitter to ensure that patient safety needs are met. As a sitter, the Patient Care Technician will assist the registered nurse assigned to the patient in providing care including hygiene, nutrition, mobility, monitoring and engage the patient in diversional and therapeutic activities.
Patient Care Technician II
AGH 10 A/C
06.2021 - 11.2023
- Company Overview: Orthopedic
- Provides direct care to patients and assists with non-direct patient care unit coordination
- The incumbent is expected to perform basic nursing procedures related to care and comfort of patients in stable condition, and have knowledge of patient population needs in the assigned work area
- In addition, the PCT is expected to assist the RN in the care of acutely ill patients
- He/she is expected to practice medical asepsis, respect the dignity and privacy with every patient and family, and to maintain objectivity during patient care
- Is expected to know and adhere to all basic hospital policies and procedures, and respond appropriately during emergency situations
- Is expected to maintain the patient/family environment and perform general unit upkeep
- Is expected to use accurate verbal and written communication, and to document patient care appropriately in the electronic medical record
- Works under the general supervision of the Registered Nurse for patients in stable condition
- Will work under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse in the care of the acutely ill and/or complex patient
- Receives specific work assignments from the Charge Nurse and/or Care Team Leader which are both written and verbal
- Is expected to demonstrate evidence of efficient time management by completing the work within the scheduled time
- In addition to clinical responsibilities, the Patient Care Technician is expected to perform a variety of duties related to the coordination of activities on the inpatient unit
- This includes activities related to patient admissions, discharges, and transfers
- Orthopedic
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation
VISAYAN MARITIME ACCADEMY
01.2003
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Venipuncture
- Attention to Detail
- Compassionate and Caring
- Care coordination
- Patient Care Assessment
References
Christopher Runevitch, Assistant Manager Allegheny General Hospital
Christopher.Runevitch@ahn.org
Shari Campbelle RN 10th flr orthopedics Allegheny General Hospital
(412-559-4078) Jeasean6@comcast.com
Kaley Byerly RN 10th flr Orthopedics Allegheny General Hospital
(724-487-5633 kaleybyerly16@gmail.com
Christine Sanchez Nurse Supervisor MEDSurg/TELE Allegheny General Hospital
(412-9833-962) Goodbear05@yahoo.com
Keeylynn McGriff
(412-999-2069) Kjmcgriff25@gmail.com
Timeline
Patien Care
Kaiser Permanente
06.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician II
AGH 10 A/C
06.2021 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation
VISAYAN MARITIME ACCADEMY
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