Teccarra Franklin
DirectShift (Loretto Hospital)
Chicago,IL
1
Certification
18
years of professional experience
Established Patient Care Technician offering CPR certified, clinical training in acute care, medical-surgical, skilled nursing, psychiatric, geriatric and rehabilitation units. Administered and assisted with glucose testing, injections, feedings, and colostomy care. Proficient in nursing documentation, assessment, and decision-making. Calm and effective in pressured and emergent situations.
Work History
Patient Care Technician
1 Year 6 Months- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety in diverse medical environments.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily tasks, promoting efficient workflow and patient satisfaction.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes, contributing to accurate patient records and timely interventions.
- Supported patients with mobility needs, enhancing their independence and quality of life during recovery.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care, improving team performance and service delivery standards.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Patient Care Technician
3 Years 10 Months- Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care, and integrity checks.
- Coordinated patient care needs with healthcare team and delivered compassionate assistance with activities of daily living.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
- Registry
Patient Care Technician
8 Months- Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care, and integrity checks.
- Coordinated patient care needs with healthcare team and delivered compassionate assistance with activities of daily living.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
- Full Time
Patient Care Technician
3 Years 10 Months- Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care, and integrity checks.
- Coordinated patient care needs with healthcare team and delivered compassionate assistance with activities of daily living.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
Home Health Care Provider
6 Years 1 Month- Dressed, groomed, and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Furnished personal care to clients within private home settings and championed patient independence and well-being.
- Ran errands for clients and transported to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
Home Care Aide
4 Years 1 Month- Planned optimal meals based on established nutritional plans.
- Monitored and reported clients' progress.
- Dressed, groomed, and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
Education
Ascension Training
Patient Care Tech
Skills
Acute and rehabilitative care
Clinical training
Broad medical terminology knowledge
Mobility assistance
Medical device products and services
Infection control standards
Patient positioning understanding
Sterilization techniques
Feeding assistance specialist
Documentation procedures expert
Medical terminology knowledge
Certification
CPR
CPI
PCT
Timeline
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DirectShift (Loretto Hospital)
02.2025 - CurrentRead More
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07.2018 - 05.2022Read More
Home Health Care Provider
Chicago Commons Association
06.2012 - 07.2018Read More
Home Care Aide
Bethel New Life
05.2008 - 06.2012Read More
Chicago Community Learning Center
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Ascension Training
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