Shaquanna Clay
Forest Park,IL
Summary
Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 10 years of healthcare experience. Skilled at patient care, ambulating patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Gottlieb Memorial Hospital
Melrose Park, IL
10.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs, sugar levels, weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beacon Hill
Lombard, IL
07.2022 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Enhanced team productivity by participating in training sessions and sharing knowledge with colleagues.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Symphony At Aria
Hillside, IL
11.2009 - 11.2021
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Worked with Registered Nurse to complete daily treatments for patients with acute illness and Dementia.
Janitorial Worker
Davis & Irving Incorporate
Bellwood, IL
05.2007 - 10.2009
- Swept hard surface floors using broom or push broom dust mop.
- Removed spots from glass doors, mirrors and windows by spraying cleaner and wiping.
- Damp-mopped hard floors to clean and remove residue or spillage.
- Sanitized break area kitchen counters, tables and sinks.
- Dusted surfaces, ledges, fixtures and furniture.
Education
Certified Nurse Assistant
Healthcare Inservice
Lombard, IL05.2009
Skills
- Activities of Daily Living ADL Support
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Bedsore Prevention
- Vital Signs Collection
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Mobility Assistance
- Attention to Detail
- CPR Certification
- Time Management
- Patient Safety Management
- Catheter Care
- Specimen Collection
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Gottlieb Memorial Hospital
10.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beacon Hill
07.2022 - Current
Certified Nurse Assistant
Symphony At Aria
11.2009 - 11.2021
Janitorial Worker
Davis & Irving Incorporate
05.2007 - 10.2009
Certified Nurse Assistant
Healthcare Inservice