Zakkai Hull
Dallas,TX
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities.
Hardworking professional bringing proven direct support experience developed during healthcare career. Knowledgeable about paperwork procedures, mobility assistance and documentation requirements. Team-oriented and adaptable to changing needs.
Compassionate Patient Care Technician with experience in both hospital and long-term care environments. Strengths include providing empathetic patient support, conducting vital sign measurements, and assisting with daily living activities. Have consistently received positive feedback from patients and healthcare team members for commitment to high-quality patient-centered care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Banner Health
Sun City, Arizona
07.2022 - Current
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Explained treatment procedures to patients and their families.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or strher as needed.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Participated in quality improvement activities within the department.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
CNA
North mountain post acute
Phoenix , AZ
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
Activities Assistant
The Forum Assisted Living
Peoria, Arizona
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Assisted in the development of activity plans for residents on a weekly basis.
- Organized and implemented activities to meet the individual needs of each resident.
- Facilitated group activities such as bingo, arts and crafts, cooking classes.
- Encouraged residents to participate in leisure activities according to their abilities.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure that all programs were successful and enjoyable for all involved.
- Participated in special events such as birthday celebrations, holiday parties.
- Provided emotional support when necessary during recreational activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hope Online
Phoenix , AZ05-2022
Skills
- Feeding Assistance
- Basic nursing care
- Information Protection
- Patient Education
- Vital signs monitoring
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Observation
- Infection prevention
- Emergency Response
- Specimen Collection
- ADL support
- Sterilization techniques
- Bed preparation
- Healthy meal preparation
- Restocking supplies
- Patient hygiene management
- Adaptable
- Mobility assistance aptitude
- Clinical Training
- Healthcare expertise
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Patient positioning understanding
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Corrective Action Planning
- Customer service excellence
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Banner Health
07.2022 - Current
CNA
North mountain post acute
11.2021 - 11.2023
Activities Assistant
The Forum Assisted Living
10.2020 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Hope Online