Terenasia Ward
Fort Wayne
Summary
Dedicated and industrious professional thriving in environments that foster a sense of belonging. Passionate about brightening people's days and making a positive impact on their lives. Natural inclination towards leadership with a special affinity for supporting individuals with mental and physical disabilities, as well as those requiring assistance. Combining a strong work ethic and genuine compassion to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Lutheran Hospital
10.2021 - 10.2024
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- 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.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- 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 precautions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
Site Supervisor (DSP)
ResCare Community Living
10.2017 - 11.2021
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands
- Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care
- Monitored client's well-being, safety and comfort under physician direction
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors and eating habits
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety
- Collected specimens or drew blood to assist with diagnostic and treatment protocols
- Helped patients adjust to hospital routines and thrive in structured environments
- Documented client progress in charts and logbooks
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care
- Served meals and assisted immobile or disabled individuals with eating
- Assisted client with personal hygiene, mobility and transportation
- Partnered with interdisciplinary teams to implement care plans
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones
- Prepared food and helped patients eat to support healthy nutrition
- Monitored heath and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes
- Changed bed linens, made bed and laundered soiled linens to keep patients' bed clean
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports
- Checked mail, shopped for groceries and handled bill payments
- Cared for wounds by changing bandages, dressings and binders to promote healing
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse and respirations (PRS) to evaluate and note basic health status
- Worked with patients and families to design meal, rehabilitation and other plans for long-term success
Education
High School -
New Haven Jr/Sr High School
New Haven, IN02.2018
Skills
- Communication
- Hard-work
- Longevity
- Time managing
- Microsoft word
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Patient education
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Lutheran Hospital
10.2021 - 10.2024
Site Supervisor (DSP)
ResCare Community Living
10.2017 - 11.2021
High School -
New Haven Jr/Sr High School
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