Zacaira Benjamin
Southfield
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented Patient Care Technician candidate with hands-on clinical training, one year of hospital experience as a Patient Sitter at the University of Michigan Hospital, prior exposure at Corewell Health – Royal Oak, and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science. Skilled in assisting patients with activities of daily living, obtaining vital signs, ensuring patient safety, and supporting nursing staff in fast-paced acute-care environments. Strong technical aptitude, accurate documentation skills, and a patient-safety–focused approach.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Sitter
University of Michigan Hospital
- Provided continuous observation for high-risk patients to ensure safety
- Supported fall prevention, behavioral monitoring, and suicide precautions as required
- Reported changes in patient behavior or condition to nursing staff promptly
- Maintained patient dignity, comfort, and a calm environment
- Collaborated with nurses and interdisciplinary care teams in an acute-care setting
Patient Care Technician
Alegria Community Living
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living under nursing supervision
- Obtained and documented vital signs; reported abnormal findings
- Supported nurses in acute-care environments
- Assisted with transfers, ambulation, and repositioning to reduce fall risk
- Maintained clean and safe patient areas
HOSA – Future Health Professionals
Corewell Health – Royal Oak Hospital
- Participated in hospital-based healthcare exposure and HOSA programming
- Observed patient care workflows and interdisciplinary teams
- Assisted with permitted unit support activities
- Developed early familiarity with hospital standards, professionalism, and patient-centered care
Substitute Teacher
Detroit Public Schools Community District
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained safe, structured environments for diverse student populations
- Demonstrated strong communication, adaptability, and professionalism
- Managed behavioral challenges calmly and effectively
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Science -
Yeswearecna
Skills
- Vital signs & patient monitoring
- ADLs: bathing, grooming, toileting, feeding
- Transfers & mobility assistance (gait belt, wheelchairs)
- Repositioning & skin integrity prevention
- Infection control, PPE, hand hygiene
- Intake & output tracking
- Patient safety & fall prevention
- Basic EMR documentation
- Call light response & patient rounding
- Communication with RN/LPN staff
Certification
- CNA Certification – Pending
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- HIPAA Compliance Training
Additional Strengths
- Strong technical literacy & accurate documentation
- Comfortable with EMR systems and hospital technology
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking
- Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented
- Calm under pressure in acute-care settings
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Detroit Public Schools Community District
08.2022 - Current
Patient Sitter
University of Michigan Hospital
HOSA – Future Health Professionals
Corewell Health – Royal Oak Hospital
Patient Care Technician
Alegria Community Living
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Science -
Yeswearecna