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On-SiteLocation: Garland, TX, USDallas, TX
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Teresa Carey
Garland,TX
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Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician with expertise in vital signs monitoring, crisis intervention, and infection control. Proven ability to ensure patient safety and comfort while supporting emotional well-being.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
Dallas, TX
12.2003 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff in monitoring patient vital signs and reporting changes promptly.
- Provided direct patient care, ensuring comfort and safety throughout treatment procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Trained new technicians on best practices for patient care and hospital protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Conducted crisis intervention to de-escalate high-risk situations and ensure client safety.
- Administered therapeutic interventions to support patients' emotional and psychological well-being.
- Monitored patient behavior and reported significant changes to interdisciplinary team members.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
Education
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
E And K CNA School
Dallas, TX1992
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Humanities And Communication Magnet
Dallas, TX05.1990
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- Basic life support
- Infection control standards
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Specimen collection
- Infection control
- Phlebotomy techniques
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior observation
- Stress reduction techniques
- Suicide prevention
- Crisis intervention
- Substance abuse awareness
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital
12.2003 - Current
No Degree - Certified Nursing Assistant
E And K CNA School
High School Diploma -
Lincoln Humanities And Communication Magnet