Robin Bryan
Patient Care Tech
Millsboro,DE
Summary
Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 20 years of healthcare experience. Skilled at supporting transports, ambulating patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature. Dedicated care professional, committed to supporting patients in feeling secure and comfortable in clinical and home settings. Responsible team player always willing to assume additional responsibility to ease family burden. Expertise in Emergency Room . Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Beebe Healthcare
03.2008 - Current
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Used principles of growth and development to provide age-specific treatment and care.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Certified Medical Assistant
Dr .Firas El Sabbagh
01.2014 - 04.2016
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Directed patients to examining rooms and coordinated transportation assistance as necessary.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms, and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Performed or scheduled preventive maintenance on equipment to promote longevity of use, troubleshooting technical issues and coordinating repairs.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
Education
Diploma - Certified Medical Assistant With Phlebotomy
CHI Institute
Broomall PA06.1996
High School Diploma -
Academy Park High School
Skills
- Equipment Disinfection
- Patient Positioning Understanding
- Light Signaling
- Hospice and Palliative Care
- Patient Transporting
- Treatment Room Sanitation
- Medical Supply Monitoring
- Isolation Precautions
- Bed Making and Linen Changes
- Bathing and Dressing
- Vital Statistics Recording
- Nursing Staff Support
- Patient Safety
- Height and Weight Measurement
- Treatment Tray Stocking
- Collect Hazardous Waste
- Change Linens
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Mobility Devices
- Special Dietary Requirements
- Medical Laboratory Procedures
- Deliver Documents
- Clean Rooms Expertise
- Medical Triage
- Taking Vital Signs
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Vitals Documentation
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Dr .Firas El Sabbagh
01.2014 - 04.2016
Patient Care Technician
Beebe Healthcare
03.2008 - Current
Diploma - Certified Medical Assistant With Phlebotomy
CHI Institute
High School Diploma -
Academy Park High School