Rhoda Jal
ANCHORAGE,AK
Summary
Driven Patient Care Technician and Special Needs Caregiver with proven expertise in vital signs monitoring and exceptional adaptability. Achieved significant improvements in patient care efficiency at Providence Alaska Medical Center. Excelled in providing emotional support and managing challenging behaviors, enhancing patient and client independence. Skilled in infection control and patient observation, consistently prioritizing safety and satisfaction.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Providence Alaska Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- 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.
Special Needs Caregiver
Hope Community Resorces
03.2008 - 05.2020
- Provided emotional support to enhance well-being and coping skills.
- Worked with individuals with special needs to increase social skills and independence.
- Ensured safety at all times by monitoring environments closely for potential hazards or challenges related to individual conditions or limitations.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement strategies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marshalltown Highschool
Marshalltown, IA06.2004
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Observation
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Infection control standards
- Catheter Care
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- ADL support
- Specimen Collection
- Feeding Assistance
- Adaptable
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Services
- Mobility Assistance
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Vital signs
- Recording vital signs
- CPR Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Patient Care Technician (PCT)
- Electronic Charting
- Care Monitoring
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Providence Alaska Medical Center
01.2022 - Current
Special Needs Caregiver
Hope Community Resorces
03.2008 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Marshalltown Highschool
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