Dedicated Patient Care Assistant and Unit Secretary with over 2 years of experience in healthcare and customer service. Skilled in patient care, time management, and organization, contributing to efficient unit operations and high patient satisfaction. Focused on enhancing patient experiences through compassionate care and effective communication, with aspirations for growth in healthcare leadership.
Work History
Emergency Room Technician
1 Year 6 Months
Phelps Health | 02.2025 - Current
Performed 12-lead electrocardiograms (EKGs) accurately and efficiently.
Obtained and documented vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, respirations, oxygen saturation, and temperature.
Performed point-of-care blood glucose testing and accurately documented results.
Cleaned, disinfected, and prepared medical equipment between patients in accordance with infection prevention and safety protocols.
Delivered high-quality, compassionate patient care while maintaining patient comfort, dignity, and safety.
Assisted healthcare providers with patient assessments and clinical procedures as needed.
Maintained accurate patient documentation and communicated abnormal findings promptly to the healthcare team.
Ensured exam rooms and equipment were stocked, organized, and ready for patient care.
Patient Care Assistant/Unit Secretary, ICU
3 Years
Phelps Health | 08.2023 - Current
Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, eating, and personal hygiene to enhance comfort and dignity.
Assisted healthcare team in delivering high-quality patient care, ensuring comfort and safety.
Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, enhancing their overall experience.
Monitored telemetry rhythms and patterns, supported unit operations, maintained patient charts, and answered unit's phone to ensure effective communication and continuity of care.
Monitored vital signs, reporting changes to nursing staff for timely intervention.
Sales Associate
1 Year 4 Months
Maurices | 06.2022 - 10.2023
Help customers find the right clothes for their needs, organize the floor, and work the register.
Lead
2 Years 1 Month
Kokomo Joe's Family Fun Center | 05.2021 - 06.2023
Manage employees, count down drawers, and close down the facility.
Lead
2 Years 1 Month
The Zone | 05.2021 - 06.2023
Manage employees, inventory, count drawers, close down the facility, and prepare everything for the next day to run smoothly.
Sales Associate
1 Year 5 Months
Shoe Sensation | 10.2021 - 03.2023
Help customers find the right shoe for their needs, organize the floor, and work the register.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Columbia College | Columbia, MO | 05.2027
High School Diploma
Rolla High School | Rolla, MO | 05.2023
During this time, I completed a 2-year Health Science program with a CNA certification option, with over 100 hours of clinical experience at Presbyterian Manor.