Sarah Ashley
Marion,IA
Summary
Proven Patient Care Technician with a track record of enhancing patient satisfaction and streamlining healthcare workflows. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and emergency response, coupled with a compassionate bedside manner, I excel in delivering high-quality patient care. Demonstrated ability to improve team efficiency and patient outcomes through effective collaboration and adaptability. Service-oriented and resourceful with in-depth clinical skills and assessment training. Support patient personal care and hygiene needs with diligent assistance. Organized in keeping supplies stocked and equipment sterilized for use. Focused patient care professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering primary patient care. Offers three years of comprehensive experience in recording vital signs, collecting specimens, and preparing accurate documentation. They are recognized by patients for delivering five-star patient care. Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over three years of healthcare experience. Adept at supporting transports, ambulating patients, and charting updates. Flexible team player with a positive and upbeat nature.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Grand Living at Indian Creek
05.2024 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- 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.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
Patient Care Technician
The Views Senior Living
01.2022 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- 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.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families, addressing questions or concerns with patience and understanding while maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients through diligent observation and reporting of changes in condition.
- Improved patient satisfaction with attentive communication and responsiveness to needs.
- Enhanced teamwork by collaborating closely with nurses and doctors to coordinate patient care.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Coe College
Cedar Rapids, IAAssociate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Kirkwood
Cedar Rapids, IA04.2026
High School Diploma -
Marion High School
Marion, IA05.2022
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Observation
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Infection control standards
- Catheter Care
- Specimen Collection
- Feeding Assistance
- Adaptable
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Services
- Emergency Response
- Time Management
- Vital signs
- Patient-focused care
- Recording vital signs
- Basic Life Support
- Calm Under Stress
- Patient Care Technician (PCT)
- Responding to emergencies
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Grand Living at Indian Creek
05.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
The Views Senior Living
01.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Coe College
Associate of Science - Radiologic Technology
Kirkwood
High School Diploma -
Marion High School
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