Talitha Szpotanski
Middletown
Summary
Adept at enhancing patient care, my tenure at Saint Clare Home and Miriam Hospital showcases a proven track record in HIPAA compliance and vital signs monitoring. Leveraging bathing and dressing assistance skills, I significantly improved patient satisfaction. My commitment to accuracy and compassionate communication underpins my professional approach, making me a valuable asset to any healthcare team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medication Technician
Saint Clare Home
09.2020 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of dispensed medications, ensuring timely refills and proper disposal of expired or unused medications.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay up-to-date on current medication guidelines, best practices, and regulatory requirements.
- Facilitated seamless pharmacy communications by liaising between pharmacists, physicians, and nursing staff regarding prescription orders and clarifications.
- Assisted in reducing medication errors by diligently cross-checking prescription information with patients'' medical histories.
Nursing Assistant
Saint Clare Home
09.2020 - Current
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Increased patient engagement by providing emotional support, companionship, and encouragement during challenging times.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Skillfully operated medical equipment, such as glucose monitors and blood pressure cuffs, ensuring accurate data collection for informed decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss emerging issues within the unit, contributing ideas for quality improvement initiatives.
- Identified and reported unsafe situations to maintain adherence to safety protocols.
Phlebotomist
Miriam Hospital
09.2021 - 12.2023
- Enhanced patient experience through compassionate care and communication during blood draw procedures.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in labeling and tracking specimens, ensuring proper testing and timely results.
- Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
Education
Marine Biology -
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RIAssociate Degree In Arts - General Studies
Community College of Rhode Island
Warwick, RI05.2022
Medication Tech -
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI2014
Nursing Assistant -
Aquidneck Learning Center
Middletown, RI2010
Skills
- Bathing assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Dressing assistance
- Laboratory safety
- Venipuncture
- Specimen preparation
- Medical records
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Phlebotomist
Miriam Hospital
09.2021 - 12.2023
Certified Medication Technician
Saint Clare Home
09.2020 - Current
Nursing Assistant
Saint Clare Home
09.2020 - Current
Marine Biology -
University of Rhode Island
Associate Degree In Arts - General Studies
Community College of Rhode Island
Medication Tech -
University of Rhode Island
Nursing Assistant -
Aquidneck Learning Center
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