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Samantha Deason

Albuquerque,NM

Summary

Dedicated Patient Care Technician with experience at Clearsky Rehabilitation Hospital for 4.5 years so far, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient advocacy. I’m a preceptor/trainer, I also do blood draws. Assist nurses with secondhand in wound care. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and independence through compassionate care and effective communication. Committed to maintaining safety and efficiency in care environments while supporting healthcare teams in achieving optimal patient outcomes. I absolutely love my job and making a difference in every patient’s life. I also believe in team one, team Clearsky. Teamwork makes the dream work. I would love to climb up the ladder eventually in the future to become a better employee for Clearsky Rehabilitation Hospital. I absolutely love to learn new things every day and be the best that I can be for our team.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Clearsky Rehabilitation Hospital
Rio Rancho, NM
12.2021 - Current
  • Assessed patient vital signs and reported changes to my nurse
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas to ensure safety and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to implement individualized patient care plans.
  • Blood sugar check
  • Blood draws
  • Trash and linen at the end of the shift, refill, waters, toileting, bed changes
  • Help other team members with whatever they need.
  • Foley care
  • Load of the linen cart, restock gloves and bags

Caregiver

Retreat Healthcare
Rio Rancho, NM
11.2017 - 03.2022

•Assist with the living activities

• Activities

• Companionship

• Toileting/showering

• Bed changes

• Feeding/passing out food

• Teaming up with another caregiver going room to room and changing each patient every two hours

Caregiver

Home Instead Senior Care Home
Albuquerque, NM
05.2015 - 02.2019

• Assist with the living activities

• Doctors appointment

• Grocery shopping

• Companionship

•Light housekeeping

• Make meals

• showering

•Activities

•medication

• ensure cleanliness and safety for the patient

Combo Clerk

Vons Grocery Store
Lakewood, CA
11.2007 - 03.2015
  • Assisted customers with product inquiries and checkout processes.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of store displays and shelves.
  • Operated cash register efficiently, handling transactions accurately.
  • Bag groceries and collect carts.
  • Worked in the floral department putting bouquets together
  • Worked in bakery, packaging, baked goods, and putting them out on the shelf
  • Customer service desk, answering phones, assigning breaks, Western Union, returns, dry cleaning

Education

High School Diploma -

Lakewood Highschool
Lakewood, CA
06.2007

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

CPR certification

Preceptor/Trainer

Patient observation

Basic life support

Infection control standards

Blood glucose monitoring

ADL support

Specimen collection

Phlebotomy techniques

Feeding assistance

Patient positioning

Adaptable

Professional bedside manner

Patient services

Emergency response

Patient education

Mobility assistance

Clinical training

Information protection

Infection prevention

Emotional support

Medical equipment operation

Sterilization techniques

Active listening

Compassionate care

Acute care

End-of-life care

Safety protocols

Patient advocacy

Health monitoring

Patient assistance

Restocking supplies

Healthcare expertise

Vitals documentation

Bed preparation

Oxygen therapy

Body mechanics knowledge

Patient mobility training

Patient hygiene management

Acute and rehabilitative care

Monitoring patient conditions

Time management

Patient-focused care

HIPAA compliance

Certified in CPR/AED

Recording vital signs

Empathy and compassionate care

Calm under stress

Attention to detail

Direct patient care

Patient care technician (PCT)

Electronic charting

Responding to emergencies

Client documentation

Activities of daily living ADL support

Blood sugar monitoring

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

Clearsky Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2021 - Current

Caregiver

Retreat Healthcare
11.2017 - 03.2022

Caregiver

Home Instead Senior Care Home
05.2015 - 02.2019

Combo Clerk

Vons Grocery Store
11.2007 - 03.2015

High School Diploma -

Lakewood Highschool
Samantha Deason