Susan Stickling, PTA
Elk Grove Village,IL
Summary
Dependable and compassionate individual seeking full-time employment as an entry level licensed Physical Therapy Assistant, utilizing experience of many years as a CNA and recent PTA clinical education, and to ultimately expand knowledge and practice of the clinical aspects of the Physical Therapy profession to help ensure patients' recovery and have a positive impact on their quality of life.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Duty CNA
Alternative Home Health Care
Westmont, IL
12.2021 - Current
- Facilitates personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
- Provides mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising
- Assists with needs of clients such as bathing, dressing, and taking vitals
- Prepares meals
- Transports clients to doctor’s appointments as needed
- Provides housekeeping and other various duties
- Trains new CNAs
PTA Student
Lake County Physical Therapy
Hoffman, IL
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Treated patients with skilled therapeutic interventions according to Plan of Care under the Clinical Advisor
- Assisted patients with various conditions and impairments
- Provided modalities, ultrasound, TENS, IFC
- Administered massages and traction to relieve pain, improve comfort levels, and decrease or prevent deformity and/or crippling
- Case load was 6 patients; documenting SOAP notes on patient’s progressions
PTA Student
Suburban Medical And Wellness Center
Schaumburg, IL
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided treatment according to Plan of Care to help restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability
- Documented each patient case with updates in computer system
- Provided patient education
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Worked successfully within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
Private Duty CNA
Lexington Home Health
Lombard, IL
05.2009 - 12.2021
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness
- Assisted with taking vitals and glucose testing
Patient Care Technician
Alexian Brothers Hospital
Elk Grove Village, IL.
05.2007 - 03.2009
- Worked in Dialysis Unit
- Cared for patients with renal failure, heart conditions, etc
- Pain and comfort management for patients
- Assisted patients with their medical and personal needs
- Took vitals and checked blood sugar levels and reported abnormalities
- Took blood draws
- Collected specimens
- Gave EKG’s, etc.
- Use of Meditech charting
- Ongoing training through Health Stream program
- Assisted other PCT’s with their patients and filled in where needed
- Trained new PCT’s in accordance with hospital policy
Home Health CNA
American Senior Corp.
Arlington Hts, IL.
08.2004 - 05.2007
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor
CNA
Manor Care Nursing Home
Elgin, IL.
10.2002 - 07.2004
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs
Rehab Aide
Alderwood Nursing Home
South Elgin, IL.
10.2000 - 09.2002
- Performed with residents strengthening exercises assigned by Physical Therapist
- Motivated residents
- Reported patients' progress, attitudes and accomplishments to supervisors or therapists
- Assisted patients during ambulation to prevent injuries
- Protected patient and personnel safety by cleaning work areas and disinfecting equipment after treatments
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL12.2021
CNA Certification -
Elizabeth Vocational Center
Elizabeth, IL1999
Mt. Carroll High School
Mt. Carroll IL1999
Skills
- Providing skilled interventions according to Plan of Care
- Taking vitals and reporting any red-flags to Supervising PT
- Patient progress charting
- Therapeutic skilled Exercise
- Manual therapy
- Ability to work closely with medical personnel
- HIPAA Requirements
- Patient interaction
- Patient safety measures
- Providing patient education
- Patient-Focused Therapy
ATTRIBUTES
- Compassionate, hard-working
- Team player, multi-tasking, detail-oriented
- Excellent communication skills
- Great organizational skills, technical skills
- Positive uplifting attitude
- Oral and Written Communications
Timeline
Private Duty CNA
Alternative Home Health Care
12.2021 - Current
PTA Student
Suburban Medical And Wellness Center
10.2021 - 01.2022
PTA Student
Lake County Physical Therapy
05.2021 - 10.2021
Private Duty CNA
Lexington Home Health
05.2009 - 12.2021
Patient Care Technician
Alexian Brothers Hospital
05.2007 - 03.2009
Home Health CNA
American Senior Corp.
08.2004 - 05.2007
CNA
Manor Care Nursing Home
10.2002 - 07.2004
Rehab Aide
Alderwood Nursing Home
10.2000 - 09.2002
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapy Assistant
William Rainey Harper College
CNA Certification -
Elizabeth Vocational Center
Mt. Carroll High School
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