Shakilah Tillman
Asbury Park,NJ
Summary
Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 7 years of healthcare experience. Skilled at supporting transports, ambulating patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Hackensack Meridian Health
12.2021 - Current
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and post-discharge instructions, empowering them to take control of their own health maintenance.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
Patient Observer
Hackensack Meridian Health
07.2016 - 12.2021
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care during observation periods.
- Assisted nursing staff with maintaining accurate patient records for timely communication of relevant information to medical teams.
- Improved patient safety by vigilantly monitoring their condition, promptly reporting changes or concerns to the appropriate healthcare professionals.
- Supported patients'' physical needs, assisting with mobility and personal hygiene tasks as required.
- Contributed to positive hospital experiences for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
Direct Support Professional
New Horizons In Autism
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Kiddie Academy
01.2013 - 06.2015
- Enhanced student learning by implementing interactive and creative teaching methods in the childcare setting.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans, resulting in increased student engagement and understanding of key concepts.
- Improved classroom management with the implementation of positive reinforcement strategies, leading to a more conducive learning environment.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering trust and collaboration for their child''s development.
Education
High School Diploma -
Asbury Park High School
Asbury Park, NJ06.2010
Skills
- Mobility Assistance
- Information Protection
- Feeding Assistance
- Sterilization techniques
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Education
- Patient Observation
- Infection prevention
- Vital signs monitoring
- ADL support
- Emergency Response
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Catheter Care
- Qualified in patient transport
- Patient Services
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Phlebotomy Techniques
- EKG Interpretation
Certification
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
- NCPCT - Patient Care Technician
- CMT - Certified Medication Technician
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Hackensack Meridian Health
12.2021 - Current
Patient Observer
Hackensack Meridian Health
07.2016 - 12.2021
Direct Support Professional
New Horizons In Autism
06.2015 - 06.2016
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Kiddie Academy
01.2013 - 06.2015
High School Diploma -
Asbury Park High School
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