Suzanne Poore
Port Deposit,MD
Summary
Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 13 years of healthcare experience. Skilled at supporting transports, taking and recording vitals, monitoring blood glucose levels, ambulating patients, bathing and feeding dependent patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
University Of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health
04.2021 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to nurse, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- 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.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Certified Medicine Aide
Calvert Manor Healthcare
07.2010 - 04.2021
- Observed and verified on-time medication ingestion or application.
- Assisted with medication charting following direction of nursing staff.
- Verified resident identity before administering medications or treatments.
- Obtained, recorded and reported resident vital signs.
- Secured medication, replaced stock and maintained medication room upkeep as well as pharmaceutical equipment.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Attended an accredited course every two years to sharpen knowledge on medications and administration.
- Supported needs of 30+ residents under long-term care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Towson University
Baltimore, MDElementary Education And Nursing Pre Requisites
Cecil Community College
North East, MDSkills
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Hospice and Palliative Care
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Patient Service
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Infection Control Standards
- Oral Hygiene
- Taking Vital Signs
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Geriatrics
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
University Of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health
04.2021 - Current
Certified Medicine Aide
Calvert Manor Healthcare
07.2010 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Towson University
Elementary Education And Nursing Pre Requisites
Cecil Community College
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