Rylee Ward
Frankfort,Indiana
Summary
Skilled Patient Care Technician with a proven track record at Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital, adept in vital signs monitoring and providing emotional support. Excelled in emergency response, significantly enhancing patient care efficiency. Expert in infection prevention and praised for exceptional bedside manner, fostering a collaborative and supportive healthcare environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2022 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mulberry Health Inc.
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clinton Prairie Jr-Sr High School
Frankfort, IN05.2021
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Observation
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Infection control standards
- ADL support
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Emergency Response
- Infection prevention
- Time Management
- CPR Certification
- Calm Under Stress
- Emotional and Social Support
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Lafayette Regional Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Mulberry Health Inc.
05.2021 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
Clinton Prairie Jr-Sr High School
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