Rondell Derrick
Morristown,NJ
Summary
Compassionate and reliable healthcare professional with extensive experience at Atlantic Health System. Proven ability to enhance patient safety through vigilant monitoring and effective communication. Skilled in patient care and emotional support, demonstrating empathy and teamwork while maintaining HIPAA compliance. Committed to fostering a safe and comforting environment for patients during their recovery journey.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Safety Sitter
Atlantic Health System, Morristown Medical Center
Morristown, NJ
12.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Assisted nursing staff in maintaining a safe environment for patients with high-risk needs.
- Monitored patient conditions to ensure safety and well-being during recovery.
- Communicated effectively with patients to understand their concerns and provide emotional support.
- Enhanced patient safety by providing continuous observation and monitoring of assigned patients.
- Promoted a calm environment by utilizing therapeutic communication techniques with patients experiencing anxiety or agitation.
- Established rapport with patients by demonstrating empathy, respect, and genuine concern for their well-being throughout each interaction.
Secretary/Technician
Atlantic Healthcare System, Morristown Medical Center
Morristown, NJ
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted in preparing documents, reports, and presentations to support team objectives.
- Organized office supplies and maintained inventory levels to ensure uninterrupted operations.
- Provided front desk support by greeting visitors and directing inquiries appropriately.
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues professionally.
- Maintained electronic filing systems and categorized documents.
Nursing Assistant
Atlantic Health System, Morristown Medical Center
Morristown, NJ
04.2022 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff in delivering patient care and support, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient areas to promote a hygienic environment.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Patient Transporter
Atlantic Health System, Morristown Medical Center
Morristown, NJ
01.2006 - 04.2022
- Transported patients safely to various departments, ensuring comfort and timely arrivals.
- Assisted nursing staff by providing patient mobility support during transfers.
- Maintained accurate logs of patient transport activities for compliance and reporting purposes.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to optimize patient flow and reduce wait times.
- Adhered to safety protocols while handling medical equipment and assisting patients.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations, prioritizing patient safety above all else.
- Trained new transporters on procedures and best practices for efficient operations.
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Assisted in training new Patient Transporters on proper techniques, protocols, and company policies, ensuring consistent high-quality care throughout the team.
- Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
- Reduced patient anxiety during transport by maintaining open communication and answering questions.
- Maintained cleanliness of transport equipment to minimize infection risk for patients and staff.
- Expedited patient discharge process by promptly responding to transport requests from nurses or physicians.
Education
High School Diploma -
Morristown High School
Morristown, NJ07.1998
Skills
- Reliability and punctuality
- Mental health awareness
- Professional boundaries
- Companionship and emotional support
- Patient care and safety
- Time management
- Empathy and compassionate care
- HIPAA compliance
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- Patient monitoring
- Patient privacy
- Stress tolerance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Patient safety
Timeline
Patient Safety Sitter
Atlantic Health System, Morristown Medical Center
12.2024 - Current
Secretary/Technician
Atlantic Healthcare System, Morristown Medical Center
11.2024 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Atlantic Health System, Morristown Medical Center
04.2022 - Current
Patient Transporter
Atlantic Health System, Morristown Medical Center
01.2006 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Morristown High School