Shondrika Byrd
Houston,TX
Summary
Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over Number years of healthcare experience. Skilled at supporting transports, ambulating patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
HCA West Houston Medical
Houston, TX
02.2021 - 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.
Direct Care Worker
Belmont Village Senior Living
Houston, TX
07.2019 - 01.2021
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult times, fostering a sense of trust and psychological wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding for improved quality of life.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
Patient Care Technician
Rapides Regional Hospital
Alexandria, LA
07.2016 - 05.2019
- 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.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
Education
Nursing Science
Louisiana State University At Alexandria
Alexandria, LASkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Observation
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Infection control standards
- Catheter Care
- CPR Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Care Technician (PCT)
- Transporting patients
- Heavy Lifting
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
HCA West Houston Medical
02.2021 - Current
Direct Care Worker
Belmont Village Senior Living
07.2019 - 01.2021
Patient Care Technician
Rapides Regional Hospital
07.2016 - 05.2019
Nursing Science
Louisiana State University At Alexandria