Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Tessa Miller

Creston,Iowa

Summary

Compassionate Patient Care Technician with experience at DaVita, Inc. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and client documentation, I enhanced patient satisfaction through attentive care and effective communication. Adaptable and committed to maintaining a safe environment, I supported clients in achieving personal goals while ensuring dignity and privacy.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Davita, Inc & American Renal Associates
08.2022 - 06.2024
  • 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.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.

Direct Support Professional

Circle of Life Rehabilitation Services
07.2021 - 06.2022
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.

Education

High School Diploma -

Creston High School
Creston, IA
05-2014

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient observation
  • Blood glucose testing
  • CPR certification
  • Adaptable
  • Data collection
  • Information protection
  • Time management
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Client documentation
  • Electronic recordkeeping

Certification

  • NCPCT - Patient Care Technician

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

Davita, Inc & American Renal Associates
08.2022 - 06.2024

Direct Support Professional

Circle of Life Rehabilitation Services
07.2021 - 06.2022

High School Diploma -

Creston High School
Tessa Miller