Whitney C Seagraves
Wall,NJ
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician/Assistant with over 7 years of experience in hospital and home care settings, committed to delivering exceptional patient support and addressing daily needs. Proven ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and coworkers, fostering a collaborative environment that prioritizes patient satisfaction. Expertise in managing care for up to 15 patients per shift across various units, including Med Surg, ER, Telemetry, and ICU. Proficient in essential medical assisting skills such as EKG, phlebotomy, vital signs monitoring, charting, and activities of daily living (ADLs).
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCT
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
2022.04 - Current
- Achieved timely identification of abnormal blood sugar levels and EKG results through diligent monitoring. Enhanced patient safety by promptly notifying nursing staff of alarming readings. Contributed to accurate patient documentation, supporting effective healthcare delivery.
- Analyzed and reported changes in patient vital signs to nursing staff, ensuring prompt medical responses when necessary.
- Mentored new patient care technicians by imparting knowledge and best practices, ensuring uniformity in patient care delivery.
- Achieved high standards of patient safety and comfort through effective maintenance of clean environments—enhanced patient well-being by facilitating personal hygiene and maintaining organized, hazard-free rooms.
- Managed electronic health record (EHR) systems to maintain precise patient records and improve documentation processes.
- Monitored and encouraged patients in performing activities of daily living and ambulation to enhance overall well-being.
- Tracked and documented vital signs, notifying nursing staff of any alterations to ensure immediate medical response when required.
- Executed patient bed and equipment transfers, prioritizing compliance with established safety measures.
- Trained staff on infection control practices and effectively demonstrated policy adherence in clinical settings.
- Monitored adherence to HIPAA standards, promoting secure handling of patient records and information.
- Optimized healthcare workflows by providing critical assistance to nurses in daily operational tasks.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to assist in feeding and assess dietary intake for optimal patient nutrition.
- Implemented strategies to alleviate stress for patients and families by fostering open dialogue and providing empathetic care.following all hospital policy and guideline to ensure a safe and happy work place
Patient Care Technician/Assistant
JFK Medical Center
2015.07 - 2022.02
- Performed AM and PM care such as assisting with personal hygiene and helping keep patients clean. Kept patients’ room clean and clutter free. Changed bedding daily.
- Performed daily vitals, blood draws, EKGS, charting on patients and documenting.
- Performed ADLS, encouraged and assisted in ambulation and patient safety.
- Practiced and demonstrated infection control and HIPPA protocol.
- Performed transporting and moving patients when necessary.
- Reported any changes in patients’ health to RN
- Key Responsibility
Certified Home Health Aide
Bayada Home Care
2014.11 - 2018.08
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing, toileting.
- Assisted patients with ADLS, ambulation, exercise and transporting patient to doctor’s appointment.
- Performed light housekeeping, meal prepping meals and running errands.
- Maintained detailed documentation about patient. Daily vitals
- Reported and communicated with RN and Family with any changes in patients’ health.
- Practiced and performed infection control and HIPPA Protocol.
- Key Responsibility
Certified Home Health Aide
Ambient Home Care
2009.12 - 2015.04
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene such as bathing, dressing, toileting.
- Assisted patients with ADLS, ambulation, exercise and transporting patient to doctor’s appointment.
- Performed light housekeeping, meal prepping meals and running errands.
- Maintained detailed documentation about patient. Daily vitals
- Reported and communicated with RN and Family with any changes in patients’ health.
- Practiced and performed infection control and HIPPA Protocol.
- Key Responsibility
Education
Diploma -
Wall High School
Wall Township, NJ2006-06
Certified Nursing assistant / PCT -
LTC Career Training
Neptune City, NJ2019-05
CHHA -
VIA QUEST
Toms River, NJ2007-06
Skills
- Experience with HIPAA protocols
- Prompt documentation practices
- Infection management guidelines
- Strong written communication
- Vitals, Blood draws, EKGS
- Risk management in healthcare
- Safety protocol implementation
- Assisting in hygiene, toileting, Bedside Care, feeding
- Assisting in Ambulation/Exercise and ADLS
- Upholding clutter-free patient spaces
- Facilitating patient transfers
- Essential supply coordination
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
Certification
- CPR certified (current)
- Certified Home Health Aide (current)
- Certified Nursing Assistant (current)
Timeline
PCT
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
2022.04 - Current
Patient Care Technician/Assistant
JFK Medical Center
2015.07 - 2022.02
Certified Home Health Aide
Bayada Home Care
2014.11 - 2018.08
Certified Home Health Aide
Ambient Home Care
2009.12 - 2015.04
Diploma -
Wall High School
Certified Nursing assistant / PCT -
LTC Career Training
CHHA -
VIA QUEST
License
Current Clean Driving License, Automobile Insurance
Personal Information
- Title: Certified Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician
- Driving License: Current Clean Driving License