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Sherwin Balisi

Dallas

Summary

Im a graduate of Bachelor of Science in Nursing seeking sa patient care technician role within a well-established health facility to leverage my experience in providing exceptional patient care.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician-PRN

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
Dallas, TX
11.2022 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
  • Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
  • Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
  • Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
  • Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
  • Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
  • Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
  • Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
  • Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
  • Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
  • Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
  • Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.

Patient Care Technician -PRN

Ernest Health-Mesquite Rehabilitation Institute
Dallas, TX
09.2022 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
  • Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.

Dental Assistant

Westbay Medicare
Doha, Qatar
11.2020 - 03.2021
  • Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
  • Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
  • Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
  • Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
  • Prepared and arranged instruments, medications, and required materials for dental procedures.
  • Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
  • Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
  • Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
  • Took dental images following strict patient protection rules, applying lead aprons.
  • Prepared patient x-rays and images for dentist review.
  • Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
  • Increased patient retention by building rapport through excellent communication skills and a friendly demeanor.
  • Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
  • Prepared and positioned patients for procedures, clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
  • Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
  • Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
  • Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
  • Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.

Senior Company Admin Nurse

Al Tuwairqi Group Of Companies
Dammam, Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia
09.2008 - 09.2018
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
  • Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
  • Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
  • Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
  • Met with and patients to discuss and distribute information on health maintenance and disease prevention.
  • Educated patients and families on diagnosis, neurological conditions and processes, treatments and expected outcomes.
  • Evaluated charting procedures for adherence to best practices.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.

Staff Nurse

Dr. Emigdio C. Cruz Jr. Memorial Hospital
Pampanga, Philippines
04.2008 - 09.2008

⦁ Collects current symptoms as well as detailed patient history then consults and coordinates with the health care team to assess plan, implementation and evaluate patient care plan.
⦁ Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely in timely manner in the appropriate format and forms.
⦁ Assist physician during physical exams, diagnostic and treatment.
⦁ Records patient currents vital signs.
⦁ Prepares and administer medicines (orally, subcutaneously and thru IV) and records prescribe medication.
⦁ Carry out different procedures necessitating patient's treatment such as IV Therapy, assist in catheterization, endotracheal intubation, etc.
⦁ Assist in administering resuscitation during emergency cases.
⦁ Coordinates with other departments and health team members.
⦁ Document medications and other treatments (nebulization, suctioning, etc.).
⦁ Observe and record patients' reactions to medications or treatments.
⦁ Maintain good bedside care
⦁ Ensure that contraptions are properly connected and secured to the patients. (Intravenous fluids, oxygen therapy, etc.)
⦁ Manage basic life support and stabilizes patients until the attending physician available.
⦁ Cleans and bandages wounds.
⦁ Asses patient status and notify physician of clinical changes.
⦁ Educates patient/family on health care needs, condition and discharge planning.
⦁ Maintain patient charts and confidential file
⦁ Develops patient care plan based on observations and assessments and recommend interventions to attain expected outcomes
⦁ Maintains a safe and secure environment for patients and follow universal precautions.
⦁ Maintains skills/competency related to special equipment, medications and procedures.
⦁ Responsible and accountable for the provision of care for patients.
⦁ Assist physicians during rounds.
⦁ Prepare the supplies needed for the procedure/treatment.
⦁ Allow patients and their families to verbalize their concerns regarding patient's condition.
⦁ Safeguard the patient's right to privacy and maintain confidentiality.
⦁ Observe and maintain correct aseptic techniques.
⦁ Discard waste properly.
⦁ Keep the patient's room clean and orderly; reinforce cleanliness at all times.
⦁ Reinforce safe keeping of valuables
⦁ Maintains effective working relationships with staff and the public.
⦁ Performs other related duties as may be assigned by the Medical Director, Chief and Head Nurse.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of The Assumption
Pampanga, Philippines
03.2007

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient Observation
  • Blood Glucose Testing
  • Infection control standards
  • Catheter Care
  • Blood Glucose Monitoring
  • ADL support
  • Specimen Collection
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Emergency Response
  • Vital signs
  • Basic Life Support
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Electronic Charting
  • Patient Care Quality

Certification

Certification in Basic Life Support

References

References are available on request

Timeline

Patient Care Technician-PRN

Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas
11.2022 - Current

Patient Care Technician -PRN

Ernest Health-Mesquite Rehabilitation Institute
09.2022 - Current

Dental Assistant

Westbay Medicare
11.2020 - 03.2021

Senior Company Admin Nurse

Al Tuwairqi Group Of Companies
09.2008 - 09.2018

Staff Nurse

Dr. Emigdio C. Cruz Jr. Memorial Hospital
04.2008 - 09.2008

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of The Assumption
Sherwin Balisi