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Tavanda Spears

Chicago,Illinois

Summary

Proven Patient Care Technician with a track record of enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate care and efficient vital signs monitoring. At Shirley Ryan Ability Lab, I leveraged my expertise in patient transfers and empathy to improve care delivery. Skilled in Basic Life Support and demonstrating exceptional bedside manner, I consistently contribute to positive patient outcomes.

Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Agency CNA Staff

Clipboard Health
02.2024 - Current
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.

Patient Care Technician

Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
11.2021 - 01.2024
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Assisted nurses with vitals, blood sugar, EKG, bladder scan, straight catheterization and foley care
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
  • Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precaution

Patient Care Technician

Swedish Covenant Hospital
10.2019 - 12.2020
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Demonstrated adaptability while working alongside various medical teams including respiratory therapists, dietitians, case managers, and social workers to provide comprehensive patient care.
  • Aided in the stabilization of critical patients with emergency interventions such as CPR or AED usage under supervision of RNs or physicians.

Education

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Truman College
1145 W Wilson Ave Chicago IL
05.2018

Skills

Patient Care

Vital signs monitoring

Compassion and Empathy

Bathing Assistance

Feeding Assistance

Basic Life Support

Dressing assistance

Patient Transfers

Reliable team player

Recording vital signs

Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge

Safety Precautions

Collecting vital signs

Bedside manner

Timeline

Agency CNA Staff

Clipboard Health
02.2024 - Current

Patient Care Technician

Shirley Ryan Ability Lab
11.2021 - 01.2024

Patient Care Technician

Swedish Covenant Hospital
10.2019 - 12.2020

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Truman College

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