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Rowan Cottrell

Billings,MT

Summary

I am currently a Sophomore in college and am enrolled at Montana State University Billings. I am working on obtaining a bachelors of science in nursing. I was a member of the National Honor Society in high school and am currently a member of the Phi Theta Kappa honor society. I am currently employed at St. Vincent's Healthcare where I have been a patient care technician for almost two years. I have been a member of multiple sports teams throughout my life, this has taught me great leadership and communication skills and how to work as a team. I am self-motivated, accountable for my work, and reliable. References are available upon request.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician

St. Vincent's Hospital
08.2022 - Current
  • Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
  • Delivered high-quality care to patients in hospital facility.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
  • Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
  • Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
  • Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families, addressing questions or concerns with patience and understanding while maintaining patient confidentiality.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
  • Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.

Office Assistant

Montana Frontier Sandstone
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Greeted visitors or callers daily to handle questions or direct to appropriate staff.
  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to bolster organizational workflow.
  • Made orders for new office supplies based on demand and budgetary restraints.
  • Offered diverse clerical support to office team members, managed correspondence, answered telephone calls and tracked documentation.
  • Maintained business records by updating customer information.
  • Dispersed incoming mail to correct recipients throughout office.
  • Handled requests-for-information and delegated customer service tasks to appropriate employees.
  • Kept office records organized and supplies well-stocked for optimal team performance.
  • Updated employee paperwork and records.
  • Organized and maintained payroll information by entering data, deleting errors, calculating and collecting information.
  • Maintained project-related records, contracts and change orders.
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.
  • Worked easily with office programs such as Microsoft Office Suite to carry out daily team clerical needs.
  • Transcribed documents and maintained high levels of accuracy.
  • Processed incoming mail and packages and placed envelopes in bins for employees.

Lifeguard

Hurricane Harbor
07.2020 - 09.2020
  • Kept watch over swimmers to respond quickly to distress situations.
  • Maintained neat and clean pool area and clean water.
  • Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
  • Reminded patrons to walk carefully and avoid running around or near pool edges to prevent falls.
  • Observed sections of assigned water zone of responsibility.
  • Consistently complied with pool regulations and policies while encouraging staff to adhere to guidelines.
  • Alerted patrons of storm conditions and directed to exit water immediately during local severe weather situations.
  • Adhered strictly to emergency action plans.
  • Cleaned, brushed and vacuumed pool to keep clean.
  • Participated in monthly training courses to stay up-to-date in water rescue techniques.
  • Trained to deliver basic life support in emergency situations and administered CPR to stabilize individuals prior to ambulance arrival.
  • Identified emergency situations or potential drownings and entered water for lifesaving measures.
  • Cautioned swimmers regarding unsafe practices and safety hazards.

Education

Winnebago High School
Winnebago, IL

Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL

No Degree - Nursing

Montana State University - Billings
Billings, MT

High School Diploma -

Roundup High School
Roundup, MT
05.2022

Skills

    • Documentation and Reporting
    • Organizing and Categorizing
    • Clerical Support
    • Prioritizing Work
    • Time Management
    • Mail Sorting and Distribution
    • Excel Spreadsheets
    • Verbal and Written Communication
    • Data Entry
    • Information Confidentiality
    • Microsoft Office
    • Business Writing
    • Google Drive
    • Office Supply Management
    • Problem-Solving
    • Materials Organization
    • Reliable and Punctual
    • Self-Motivated
    • Creative Thinking
    • Full Safety Compliance
    • Rules Enforcement
    • Decision Making
    • Safety Procedures
    • Accident and Injury Prevention
      • Teamwork and Collaboration
      • First Aid and CPR
      • Emergency Response
      • Customer Service
      • Water Rescue Procedures
      • Medical terminology knowledge
      • Light Housekeeping
      • Mobility Assistance
      • Client documentation
      • Surgical Preparation
      • Direct Patient Care
      • Outpatient Care
      • Basic Life Support
      • Professional Bedside Manner
      • Collecting vital signs
      • Qualified in patient transport
      • Emotional Intelligence
      • Vital signs
      • Patient Care
      • CPR/AED
      • Supply Restocking
      • Empathy and Compassionate Care
      • Phlebotomy Training
      • Patient Care Technician

Certification

Basic Life Support certified - 1/9/2024

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

St. Vincent's Hospital
08.2022 - Current

Office Assistant

Montana Frontier Sandstone
06.2021 - 08.2021

Lifeguard

Hurricane Harbor
07.2020 - 09.2020

Winnebago High School

Rock Valley College

No Degree - Nursing

Montana State University - Billings

High School Diploma -

Roundup High School
Rowan Cottrell