Sasha Strayhorn
Cove City,NC
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician with a proven track record at CarolinaEastMedical Center, excelling in vital signs monitoring and fostering strong relationships. Achieved seamless shift transitions and enhanced patient comfort, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and emotional support skills. Skilled in patient education and CPR-certified, consistently contributing to positive patient outcomes. Professional healthcare provider with strong expertise in patient care and support. Skilled in assisting medical staff, managing patient needs, and maintaining healthcare standards. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and reliability in fast-paced environments. Proficient in vital signs monitoring, patient mobility assistance, and medical documentation. Healthcare professional ready to contribute to patient care excellence. Expertise in providing compassionate care and supporting medical staff in fast-paced environments. Reliable team player focused on adapting to evolving patient needs and delivering quality outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
CarolinaEast Medical Center
12.2022 - Current
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Supported needs of 5+ residents under long-term care.
Certified Nursing Assistant
3hc Home Health & Hospice
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Supported needs of 7+ residents under long-term care.
Patient Care Assistant
Truewood by Merrill
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Supported needs of 10+ residents under long-term care.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Lenoir Community College
Kinston, NCHigh School Diploma -
West Craven High School
Vanceboro06-2013
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- Basic life support
- Patient positioning
- Feeding assistance
- Patient services
- Patient education
- Emotional support
Certification
- Patient Care Technician Certification (PCT) - National Healthcareer Association.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
CarolinaEast Medical Center
12.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
3hc Home Health & Hospice
01.2020 - 06.2021
Patient Care Assistant
Truewood by Merrill
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Patient Care Technician Certification (PCT) - National Healthcareer Association.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Some College (No Degree) -
Lenoir Community College
High School Diploma -
West Craven High School
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