Shawn Atwood
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience at Banner Desert Medical Center, excelling in clinical supervision and patient care. Proven ability to develop training programs and enhance team collaboration, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Skilled in critical thinking and effective communication, fostering positive relationships and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
PCT Preceptor
Banner Desert Medical Center
06.2018 - 05.2019
- Trained and mentored new Patient Care Technicians in clinical procedures and patient handling techniques.
- Developed training materials for PCT orientation programs to standardize onboarding process.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care activities, enhancing workflow efficiency and patient comfort.
- Monitored vital signs, documented changes, and communicated observations to medical personnel effectively.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control practices within patient care environments.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of healthcare regulations, trends, and advancements in patient care techniques.
- Evaluated PCT student performance, offering constructive feedback to facilitate continuous improvement and growth.
- Collaborated with fellow preceptors to design innovative training programs that incorporated the latest industry best practices.
Hospice Aide
Hospice House of Lansing
05.2016 - 05.2018
- Provided compassionate personal care to patients, ensuring comfort and dignity in daily activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures, enhancing patient support and care quality.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely intervention.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient environments, promoting safe and hygienic conditions.
- Documented patient progress and care activities accurately in electronic health records system.
- Supported family members by providing emotional assistance and education about hospice services.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, individualized care and addressing specific needs.
- Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
- Reduced patient anxiety and stress by offering a calm, reassuring presence during difficult emotional moments or periods of physical discomfort.
- Enabled family members'' involvement in the hospice experience through effective communication and emotional support.
- Improved patient satisfaction by assisting with personal hygiene tasks, ensuring cleanliness and dignity.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Holt Senior Care & Rehab Center
05.2016 - 05.2018
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Administered medication under supervision, adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident rooms, promoting a hygienic environment.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Supported recreational activities, enhancing resident engagement and quality of life.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regency Nursing & Rehabilitation Centers
06.2015 - 05.2016
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Educated residents and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Patient Technician
Brookdale Assisted Living
04.2013 - 03.2016
- Coordinated patient care activities to enhance overall patient experience and satisfaction.
- Monitored vital signs, ensuring accurate and timely documentation in electronic health records.
- Assisted nursing staff with procedures, promoting efficient workflows and safe patient handling practices.
- Educated patients on treatment plans, fostering understanding and adherence to medical advice.
- Operated medical equipment and maintained calibration for optimal performance and reliability.
- Implemented quality control measures, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and improving patient outcomes.
- Trained junior staff on testing procedures, safety protocols, and equipment operation best practices.
- Mentored new technicians, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.
- Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
- Updated patient records accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper documentation and communication between healthcare professionals.
Education
High School Diploma - Basic
Everett High
Lansing, MI06.1989
Skills
- Teaching strategies
- Healthcare regulations
- Ethical practice
- Clinical supervision
- Healthcare technology
- Patient care
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
Timeline
PCT Preceptor
Banner Desert Medical Center
06.2018 - 05.2019
Hospice Aide
Hospice House of Lansing
05.2016 - 05.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Holt Senior Care & Rehab Center
05.2016 - 05.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant
Regency Nursing & Rehabilitation Centers
06.2015 - 05.2016
Patient Technician
Brookdale Assisted Living
04.2013 - 03.2016
High School Diploma - Basic
Everett High