Shelby Wilkerson
Arlington,TX
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Multi Skilled Tech
John Peter Smith Hospital
Fort Worth, TX
02.2022 - Current
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Performed EKGs, and bladder scans as directed by RN.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Patient Care Technician
Methodist Mansfield Medical Center
Mansfield , Texas
11.2019 - 02.2022
- Helped patients' feel independent and dignified by assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.
- Completed frequent cleaning and sanitizing to maintain healthy environment for patients.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
- Supported treatment goals by helping clients with prescribed medication, exercises and ambulations.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Communicated changes in patient conditions and other unit concerns to multidisciplinary team.
- Obtained vital signs and collected biological samples to assist with diagnostic testing and ongoing assessments.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Keller, TX05.2015
Certified Nursing Aide Certification - CNA
Spring Pack Healthcare Career Institute
Arlington, TX08.2019
Skills
- Clinical training
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Patient positioning understanding
- Mobility Assistance
- Medical device products and services
- Infection control standards
- Collecting vital signs
- Quick problem solver
- Monitoring fluids
- Collecting specimens
- Grooming and bathing assistance
- Guest service
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Regulatory compliance
- Relationship management
- Service prioritization
Timeline
Multi Skilled Tech
John Peter Smith Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Methodist Mansfield Medical Center
11.2019 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Certified Nursing Aide Certification - CNA
Spring Pack Healthcare Career Institute