Venessa Gordon
Queens
Summary
Compassionate Patient Care Technician skilled in patient education, vital signs assessment, and effective communication. Committed to enhancing patient safety and comfort in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Patient Care Technician (Emergency Department)
Lincoln Hospital Center
Bronx
08.2025 - Current
- Performed ECGs and EKGs, supporting timely diagnosis and treatment under supervision of nursing staff.
- Conducted patient education regarding health maintenance topics such as diet modification, disease prevention strategies, medication management plans, and lifestyle modifications.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records system according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Assisted nursing staff with admissions and discharge paperwork, facilitating efficient patient flow in ER.
- Verified completion of all discharge forms, ensuring compliance and smooth transition for patients leaving ER.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical team promptly.
Patient Care Technician (prison psych med surg)
Bellevue Hospital
New York
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Assisted patients during meals and hydration, promoting proper nutrition and well-being.
- Engaged with patients to address concerns and needs, fostering trust and communication.
- Worked with team members to improve patient comfort and safety, ensuring a supportive environment.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure a safe environment for patients.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Herkimer County Community College
Herkimer, NY08-2018
Skills
- Vital signs assessment
- Vital signs monitoring
- ECG monitoring
- EKG interpretation
- Basic life support
- CPR certification
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Infection control standards
- Patient positioning
- Patient support
- Patient education
- Electronic medical records
- Health documentation
- Crisis management
- Safety protocols
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Emotional intelligence
- ADL support
Certification
BLS
Timeline
Patient Care Technician (Emergency Department)
Lincoln Hospital Center
08.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician (prison psych med surg)
Bellevue Hospital
07.2024 - 04.2025
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Herkimer County Community College