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Sydney Knowles

Covington,GA

Summary

Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 3 years of healthcare experience. Skilled at supporting transports, ambulating patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Piedmont Athens Regional
03.2023 - Current
  • Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
  • Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
  • Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.

Patient Care Technician

Piedmont Newton Hospital
06.2021 - 03.2023
  • Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care, addressing concerns, and maintaining open communication.
  • Improved ICU efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and coordinating patient needs with medical staff.
  • Supported patients during recovery periods with proper positioning techniques, wound care, and hygiene assistance.
  • Ensured patient safety through close observation, fall prevention measures, and adherence to infection control protocols.
  • Aided in the stabilization of critical patients with emergency interventions such as CPR or AED usage under supervision of RNs or physicians.
  • Streamlined workflow processes by assisting with admissions, discharges, and transfers of patients within the ICU unit.
  • Delivered timely patient care during critical situations, ensuring that medical interventions were executed promptly and effectively under the guidance of supervising RNs or physicians.

Daycare Worker

Kids Are Great Daycare
08.2020 - 01.2021
  • Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and promoting positive interactions.
  • Supported child development by implementing age-appropriate learning activities tailored to individual needs.
  • Improved daycare environment by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and safety standards consistently.
  • Assisted in creating a nurturing atmosphere by actively engaging with children through play, conversation, and care routines.

Education

High School Diploma -

Eastside High School
Covington, GA

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Emergency Response
  • Qualified in patient transport
  • Blood Glucose Testing
  • Basic Life Support
  • First Aid Certification
  • CPR Certification
  • Vital signs
  • Time management abilities
  • Patient-focused care
  • Multitasking

Certification

BLS certification

CPR certification

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

Piedmont Athens Regional
03.2023 - Current

Patient Care Technician

Piedmont Newton Hospital
06.2021 - 03.2023

Daycare Worker

Kids Are Great Daycare
08.2020 - 01.2021

High School Diploma -

Eastside High School
Sydney Knowles