Tatiana Elody Silver
Allentown,PA
Summary
Dynamic Patient Care Technician with extensive experience at Emergency Department, skilled in vital signs monitoring and medication administration. Recognized for exceptional customer service and effective communication, ensuring patient comfort and safety. Proven ability to collaborate with healthcare teams, enhancing patient outcomes through compassionate care and meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Emergency Department
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
04.2024 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs in emergency department settings.
- Supported nurses with bedside care and patient transport.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing and analysis.
- Performed EKGs and communicated findings to clinical staff.
- Prepared rooms with supplies and sanitized equipment
- Supported patient hygiene, comfort, and repositioning needs
- Documented care activities in electronic health records
- Responded quickly to urgent requests in Emergency Department
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to the staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including monitoring of vital signs.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure a safe environment for patients.
- Observed changes in the patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to a wheelchair or a stretcher.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by a physician or RN.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Performed a variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, and exercising.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Restocked units frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained the necessary care for medical concerns.
- Instructed new employees in proper techniques for performing daily tasks.
- Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout the shift.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care services.
- Participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Engaged in educational activities toward RN nursing qualification
Certified Medication Aide
Belle Reve Senior Living Center
Milford, Pennsylvania
07.2021 - 03.2024
- Administered medications to senior living residents under nursing supervision.
- Verified medication orders and documented administration in resident charts.
- Monitored residents for side effects and reported changes to nurses.
- Assisted residents with daily care and comfort needs in a senior living center.
- Prepared medication carts and maintained organized supply storage.
- Followed infection control procedures and safety standards during medication rounds.
- Supported resident privacy, dignity, and respectful communication at bedside.
- Coordinated with nursing staff to follow care plans and medication schedules.
- Assisted with medication administration, including dispensing and documentation of patient medications.
- Maintained accurate records regarding the patient's medical history, vital signs and progress notes.
- Provided patient education regarding medications and their potential side effects.
- Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Maintained current knowledge of state regulations related to medication administration.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to a case manager and documenting information in files.
- Performed monthly audits of controlled substances in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Maintained medication stock and cleaned patient rooms and equipment.
- Calculated dosages accurately based on physician orders and age-specific dosing guidelines.
- Utilized computer systems efficiently for ordering, tracking and documenting all aspects of medication management.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols while preparing or administering medications.
- Monitored patients for adverse reactions to prescribed medications.
- Ordered, received, stored and inventoried medications as required by facility policies and procedures.
- Assessed patient needs in response to medications.
- Participated in quality assurance activities related to medication management processes.
- Greeted patients and families with an enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
- Assisted patients with personal care to alleviate the burden on family members.
- Administered scheduled drugs under direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Verified accuracy of doctor orders prior to administering medications.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
- Provided support services for pharmacists in order entry tasks such as verifying patient information or entering data into electronic health records.
- Interacted with patients through games and fun activities to boost mood and improve overall memory.
- Observed strict confidentiality standards when handling confidential information.
- Responded promptly to changes in patient condition or needs that require alteration in medication therapy.
- Facilitated client independence by completing errands and supporting their daily living needs. and drove to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
- Initiated oxygen and administered life-saving drugs in emergency situations.
- Researched medications to better understand properties and interactions with other drugs.
- Leveraged medication expertise to accurately enter medications and supplies into a computer system.
- Obtained, recorded and reported patient vital signs for medication administration.
Caregiver
Milford, PA
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and daily personal care in private home settings.
- Prepared meals, followed care plans, and supported safe medication reminders for clients.
- Monitored client health changes and reported concerns to family members and care supervisors.
- Helped clients move, transfer, and walk safely using proper caregiver techniques.
- Cleaned living spaces, washed laundry, and maintained orderly home care environments.
- Provided companionship, conversation, and emotional support during daily routines and visits.
- Scheduled appointments, organized transport, and accompanied clients to medical visits.
- Documented care activities and followed privacy, safety, and household instructions closely.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances, and concerning responses.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Accompanied clients to social events such as movies or plays.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standards governing home health care services.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Developed plans for respite care when needed based on availability of family members or other caregivers.
- Educated families about available resources for home health care services in the local community.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Schnecksville, PA05-2028
Specialized Diploma - Medical Assistant
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PA05-2024
Highschool Diploma -
Mount Olive Highschool
Flanders, NJ06-2019
Skills
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Leadership skills
- Attention to detail
- Active-listening skills
- Time-management skills
- Organization-skill
- Risk-taking
- Multitasking
- Patient assessment
- Vital signs
- Medication administration
- Electronic health records
- Infection control
- Specimen collection
- EKG monitoring
- Patient education
- HIPAA compliance
- Medical laboratory procedures
- Acute care
- Clinical training
- Feeding assistance
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Healthcare expertise
- Catheter care
- Vitals documentation
- Basic nursing care
- Mobility assistance
- Compassionate care
- Patient observation
- High level of autonomy
- Qualified in patient transport
- Professional bedside manner
- Active listening
- Basic life support
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Infection control standards
- Patient assistance
- Oxygen therapy
- Data collection
- Wound care
- Bed preparation
- CPR certification
- Corrective action planning
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Emotional support
- Medical equipment operation
- Restocking supplies
- Patient hygiene management
- Emergency response
- Patient positioning
- Patient mobility training
- Physical therapy support
- Safety protocols
- Monitoring patient conditions
- Patient advocacy
- Blood glucose testing
- Patient services
- ADL support
- Health monitoring
- Team collaboration
- Adaptable
- Information protection
- Sterilization techniques
- Vital signs monitoring
- Multitasking Abilities
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Pediatric emergency assessment, recognition and stabilization
- Diabetes management
- Personal care aide (PCA)
- First aid certification
- Family communication
- Reliability
- Observation documentation
- Respiratory Assistance
- Transporting patients
Honors/Rewards
9th Grade renaissance (2015-2016), Great leadership certification (Field Hockey)
Community Involvements
Donated Clothes for the poor, Girls/Boys Scouts (charity, granted holiday gifts to children, granted abandoned animals food, and shelter), Volunteered to read bible for daily mass
Leadership
- Field hockey- Goalie (2015)-(2019)
- Lacrosse- Mid-field player (2015)-(2016)
- Indoor Track- Thrower (2015)-(2016)
- Theatre- Stage II club organization
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Emergency Department
04.2024 - Current
Certified Medication Aide
Belle Reve Senior Living Center
07.2021 - 03.2024
Caregiver
Associate of Science - Nursing
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Specialized Diploma - Medical Assistant
Northampton Community College
Highschool Diploma -
Mount Olive Highschool