Soprana Spears

Patient Care Technician

St Vincent Infirmary Medical Center

Little Rock, Arkansas

06.2024 - Current

Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
Assisted patients in setting and achieving personal and therapeutic goals.
Maintained detailed records of patient progress and treatment outcomes.
Modeled appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in crisis situations involving patients, family or staff.
Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or stretcher as needed.
Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.
Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention.
Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Maintained inventory levels of stock items, supplies and equipment to foster smooth and cost-effective unit operations.

Overview

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Patient Care Technician

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy

Skills

Affiliations

Accomplishments

Certification

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

Patient Care Technician

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Bachelor of Science - Respiratory Therapy

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