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PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
Summary

Patient focused professional patient care technician providing care and support in a critical care unit. I handle heavy patient volumes while providing customized care to each patient and family. I respond to patients with promptness and empathy while meeting the critical needs of the nurses and patients. I am skilled at collecting specimens, helping with sterile procedures, as well as the cleaning of patient rooms and equipment. I am able to communicate with families along with the patient and have a compassionate and dedicated attitude to all of my patients. I have 14 years experience of being a patient care technician in the cardiac ICU at Children's Medical Center which has taught me a great deal about how to be patient centered and be efficient in my daily care of all of my patients in a 32 bed unit. I have also learned to anticipate what the providers need in procedures since I assist in all the sterile procedures that are preformed on the unit. I am dedicated to my profession and my unit and have help to precept other patient care technicians to work and dedicate themselves to my unit as well. I am dedicated and want to provide optimal care to all of my patients.

Skills
  • Broad medical terminology knowledge
  • Flexible
  • Cultural awareness and sensitivity
  • Healthcare expertise
  • Collecting vital signs
  • Patient relations
  • Infection control procedures
  • Collecting specimens
  • Quick problem solver
  • Quality assurance controls
  • Able to lift 50 pounds
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
Experience
June 2006 to Current
Company NameCity, StatePatient Care Technician
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
  • Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.
  • Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
  • Coordinated patient care needs with healthcare team and delivered compassionate assistance with activities of daily living.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
  • Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
  • Assisted and supported physicians performing Sterile and invasive procedures.
  • Monitored and charted fluid intake and output to stay current on patient conditions.
  • Used hospital devices, including Hoyer lift and different types of beds, wheelchairs and wagons to transport and lift patients.
  • Supported nurses in daily patient care activities by taking vital signs, documenting patient observations, documenting patient intake and output and helping with activities of daily living.
  • Facilitated games and other activities to engage clients and provide mental stimulation or entertainment.
  • Kept instruments and equipment clean and effectively sanitized.
  • Kept unit well-stocked and efficient with necessary medical supplies.
  • Improved patient care, safety and compliance by partnering with nurses.
  • Collected and labeled blood and urine specimens to prepare for delivery to laboratory.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to note changes from prior measurements.
  • Safely transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
  • Administered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
  • Ordered medical supplies from distribution to keep par levels in acceptable range.
  • Delivered outstanding care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria for pediatric patients.
  • Facilitated flow of patients through facility by accurately transferring and discharging patients in appropriate systems with Epic.
  • Responded to bell or light signal calls within maximum of two minutes to assist patients with needs
  • Collected lab specimens in adherence with safety protocols for patient tests.
  • Assisted doctors, nurses and support staff with preparation for and conducting patient procedures.
  • Performed minor housekeeping tasks, including cleaning high touch areas and removing dirty equipment to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
  • Assisted with patient admission, discharge and transfer to maximize facility efficiency.
  • Responded promptly to patient call lights to provide physical and emotional support.
  • Secured qualified assistance for patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
February 2012 to July 2013
Company NameCity, StateEmergency Medical Technician Basic
  • Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
  • Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
  • Provided direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
  • Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
  • Asked patients questions regarding ingestion or intake of over-the-counter, prescription and illicit medications.
  • Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
  • Assessed incident scene upon arrival to determine level of safety for all first responders.
  • Documented all calls in reports detailing type of incident and course of treatment.
  • Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
  • Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
July 2004 to May 2006
Company NameCity, StateEmergency Medical Technician Basic
  • Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
  • Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
  • Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
  • Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
  • Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
  • Provided direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
  • Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
  • Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
  • Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
  • Asked patients questions regarding ingestion or intake of over-the-counter, prescription and illicit medications.
  • Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
  • Assessed incident scene upon arrival to determine level of safety for all first responders.
  • Documented all calls in reports detailing type of incident and course of treatment.
  • Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
  • Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
  • Trained newly hired EMTs by offering insight into job duties and assessing shift performance.
Education and Training
Expected in August 2020
West Coast University
City
Nursing
Bachelor of Science
Brookhaven College
City
Emergency Medical TechnologySome College (No Degree)

Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic Education

Brookhaven College
City, State
Emergency Medical TechnologySome College (No Degree)

Emergency Medical Technician Basic

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • West Coast University
  • Brookhaven College

Job Titles Held:

  • Patient Care Technician
  • Emergency Medical Technician Basic

Degrees

  • Nursing Bachelor of Science
    Emergency Medical Technology Some College (No Degree)
    Emergency Medical Technology Some College (No Degree)

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