Patient Care Technician-InPatient Oncology/Medsurg Resume Example

Personal caregiver to my husband who was a Non-Hodgkin's cancer patient. Acted as his patient advocate.

• Monitored clients' progress to report necessary changes.
• Maintained a clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety.
• Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
• Administered all necessary medications as directed by care plan.
• Supervised frequent activities such as medication and personal hygiene to ensure safety.
• Tracked and escalated compliance, care and quality issues.

• Performed the following essential functions in direct patient care which fall within the scope of LNA practice as defined by the NH State Board of Nursing in accordance with regulations established by Joint Commission.
• Utilized basic knowledge of growth and development and awareness of age-appropriate care for patients across the life span.
• Assisted physician, registered nurse, or licensed practical nurse in selected ADLS or tasks as appropriate to unit assigned and in accordance to the policies and procedures. Reported all observations, symptoms, any deviations from baseline to RN.
• Assisted in admitting/discharging patients and patient transport throughout the hospital, as well as obtaining medications, specimens, blood samples (blood glucose CBGs), and patient care supplies as needed for the unit assigned. Performed 12-lead EKG directed in the Emergency room and all Cardiac floors.
• Stocked carts and patient rooms as needed and ensure equipment was cleaned after each use. Participated in routine unit-based quality monitoring activities such as crash cart/defibrillator checks, blood glucose monitor QC, and group huddles. Participated in orientation training of new LNA staff.

Ensured a safe environment for children from ages 6 weeks -13 years old. Applied day-to-day stimulating activities appropriate for child development. Prepared meals for infants, and snacks for toddlers. Provided assistance in toilet training including changing of diapers, while using appropriate PPM(personal protective equipment). Other duties included effective cleaning and maintenance of toys and equipment that followed hospital disinfecting protocols.