Sierra Swain
West Long Branch
Summary
Dedicated Clinical Care Technician with extensive experience at RWJUH, excelling in vital signs monitoring and patient safety. Proven ability to enhance workflow efficiency and mentor new staff, fostering a collaborative environment. Committed to ethical practice and maintaining confidentiality while delivering compassionate, patient-focused care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Care Technician
Rwjuh
New Brunswick
08.2016 - 03.2017
- Monitored patient vital signs to ensure safety and comfort during care.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily activities, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical equipment and supplies.
- Supported patients in personal hygiene tasks, promoting dignity and respect.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe healthcare environment.
- Trained new staff on protocols and procedures for optimal patient care delivery.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings, contributing valuable insights from direct patient care experiences to inform treatment decisions and care plans.
- Facilitated seamless transitions of care between departments by thoroughly communicating pertinent patient information to colleagues during handoffs or transfers.
- Served as a trusted mentor and preceptor for new Clinical Care Technicians joining the team, sharing knowledge and best practices while promoting ongoing professional development.
- Streamlined workflow for faster patient turnaround times, adeptly prioritizing tasks based on urgency and necessity.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating closely with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care.
Patient Monitor
Rwjuh
New Brunswick, NJ
11.2015 - 08.2016
- Monitored patient vital signs, ensuring timely escalation of abnormalities to nursing staff.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patient care.
- Documented patient observations accurately, enhancing communication within healthcare teams.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support effective patient management plans.
- Analyzed monitoring data to identify trends, supporting proactive interventions for patient wellbeing.
- Reduced patient anxiety with clear explanations of procedures, answering questions, and providing reassurance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, adhering to strict infection control protocols.
- Supported interdisciplinary team collaboration through accurate documentation and timely information sharing.
Patient Transporter
Rwjuh
New Brunswick, NJ
11.2009 - 07.2010
- Monitored patient vital signs to ensure safety and comfort during care.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily activities, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical equipment and supplies.
- Supported patients in personal hygiene tasks, promoting dignity and respect.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Implemented infection control measures to maintain a safe healthcare environment.
- Trained new staff on protocols and procedures for optimal patient care delivery.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings, contributing valuable insights from direct patient care experiences to inform treatment decisions and care plans.
- Facilitated seamless transitions of care between departments by thoroughly communicating pertinent patient information to colleagues during handoffs or transfers.
- Served as a trusted mentor and preceptor for new Clinical Care Technicians joining the team, sharing knowledge and best practices while promoting ongoing professional development.
- Streamlined workflow for faster patient turnaround times, adeptly prioritizing tasks based on urgency and necessity.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating closely with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality patient care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lakewood High School
Lakewood NJSkills
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient safety
- Documentation accuracy
- EKG interpretation
- Blood glucose testing
- Transfer techniques
- Quality improvement
- Ethical practice
- Continuing education
- Medical equipment operation
- Physical assistance
- Customer service
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Patient-focused care
- Compassionate
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Specimen labeling
- Electronic health records
- Clinical documentation
Timeline
Clinical Care Technician
Rwjuh
08.2016 - 03.2017
Patient Monitor
Rwjuh
11.2015 - 08.2016
Patient Transporter
Rwjuh
11.2009 - 07.2010
High School Diploma -
Lakewood High School