Sarah Henderson
Hahira,GA
Summary
Adaptable Patient Care Technician with experience in hygiene support, transfers, and vital signs monitoring. Strong background in infection control, patient comfort, and timely reporting to clinical staff. Ready to support quality care and efficient unit operations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Tift Regional Medical Center
Tifton, Georgia
06.2024 - Current
- Monitored and documented vital signs, promptly reporting changes to clinical staff to ensure timely interventions.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Supported nurses with patient hygiene, mobility, and basic bedside care at regional medical center.
- Facilitated safe patient transfers using lifts, wheelchairs, and stretchers, ensuring patient safety and comfort during movements.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Maintained tidy and well-stocked patient rooms, enhancing patient comfort and satisfaction.
- Upheld cleanliness and proper supply levels in patient rooms across hospital units.
- Followed infection control, privacy, and safety procedures in care areas.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
Patient Care Technician
Southwell Rehabilitation Center
Adel, Georgia
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Assisted nursing home residents with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene tasks.
- Monitored resident comfort and reported changes to licensed nursing staff.
- Repositioned residents to support comfort and follow care plans.
- Supported meal service and helped residents with feeding and hydration.
- Responded promptly to resident requests with calm, respectful communication.
- Reported any changes in condition or behavior of the patient to supervisor immediately.
- Provided companionship to residents by engaging in conversations and activities.
Education
Certificate - Basic EMT
Wiregrass Georgia Technical College
Valdosta, GA04-2026
High School Diploma -
Lowndes High School
Valdosta, GA05-2007
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient assessment
- Monitoring patient conditions
- Basic life support
- CPR certification
- Emergency response
- Infection control
- Patient transport
- Basic phlebotomy
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Electronic charting
- Catheter care
- Professional bedside manner
- Healthcare expertise
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Tift Regional Medical Center
06.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Southwell Rehabilitation Center
02.2024 - 06.2024
Certificate - Basic EMT
Wiregrass Georgia Technical College
High School Diploma -
Lowndes High School