Sandhya Kuriakose
Dallas
Summary
Compassionate Patient Care Technician with experience at Baylor Scott & White, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient observation. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety through effective communication and CPR certification. Recognized for training new staff and ensuring high standards of care, contributing to improved patient experiences.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Baylor Scott & White
06.2000 - Current
- Assisting nursing staff in patient care activities and daily living tasks.
- Monitoring vital signs and reporting changes to healthcare team.
- Maintaining cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
- Supporting patients with mobility and comfort during procedures.
- Documenting patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Following safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for patients.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported patients' daily living activities, improving their hospital stay experience.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate bedside care and support.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
ST. Mary's School of Nursing
India06-1996
High School Diploma -
ST. Thomas School
India05-1992
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
Certification
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Baylor Scott & White
06.2000 - Current
Associate of Science - Nursing
ST. Mary's School of Nursing
High School Diploma -
ST. Thomas School
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