Patient Care Technician/Lead Caregiver Resume Example
Highly skilled U.S. Navy licensed Hospital Corpsman/Veteran and Patient Care Technician with focus on Surgical Assisting and Operating Room experience. More than twenty four years combined intense training in multiple medical settings. Six years practical experience in an assisted living environment. Established in assessment, counseling, consulting on medications and treatment, lab work, documentation and administrating treatment. Skilled Medical Assistant/Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support. Proficient in transports, ambulation patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature. Proactive individual focused on delivering high-quality patient-centered care. Skilled in overseeing acute and chronic conditions and licensed/certified in Phlebotomy. Customer service oriented Medical Assistant skilled with greeting patients, scheduling appointments and preparing patient charts.
Dedicated and empathetic medical professional offering 24 years in direct patient care and medical office management experience. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction by ensuring regulatory compliance, privacy and adherence to practice standards. Documented ability to cultivate trust and rapport with patients and maintain strong relationships. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families and other healthcare professionals.
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- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support
- Organized and maintained general supply storage areas
- Answered over 120 light or bell calls per shift to respond to patient requests and needs
- Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements
- Assisted with respiratory, cardiopulmonary and physical therapies through strengthening exercises and daily ROM
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance
- Cared for patients by providing AM and PM, personal care and ambulation
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living under guidance of RN/LVN/Physicians
- Documented observations and baseline measurements in medical records
- Assisted in providing patients with nutritional needs by transporting food trays and aiding with feeding
- Transported elderly patients to and from facilities and performed essential ambulatory care
- Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to Patient Care Technician/Caregiver
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms
- Interacted effectively with patients, families, staff and other hospital department staff to deliver high level of customer service and teamwork
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bed bound individuals
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
- Assisted with general household activities, such as cooking, meal preparation and grocery shopping
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life
- Delivered assistance to elderly clients in daily activities including bathing, dressing, physical transfers and care for incontinence
- Performed basic household chores, including washing floors, washing dishes, vacuuming, garbage disposal and dusting
- Monitored progress and documented any patient health status changes, keeping healthcare team updated
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions
- Provided patients and families with emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness
- Checked vital signs on every 3 hours basis and contacted Physicians, RN, Hospice regarding any patient health concerns or behavioral changes
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising
- Provided personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations
- Maintained all schedules by delivering patients safely and on time to procedure rooms
- Moved patients in and out of vehicles and lifted on and off beds
- Provided patient transport using various equipment and adhered to safety protocols
- Picked up requested orders to move equipment and supplies to assigned treatment areas
- Cleaned, disinfected, and prepared 17 rooms for incoming patients
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with up to 67 patients daily to facilitate best possible care and assistance
- Facilitated games and other activities to engage clients and provide mental stimulation or entertainment
- Earned good attendance record, awarded Calif. St. Caregiver of the Year Award. Designed my own promoted-into position and built reputation for being on time and ready to work
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School Attended
- Phlebotomy Technician Specialists
- Southwestern College
- Uniformed School of Health Sciences
Job Titles Held:
- Patient Care Technician/Lead Caregiver
- Lead Home Health Aide
- Fleet Marine Force Hospital Corpsman
Degrees
- License/Certificate - Phlebotomy/Laboratory
Associate of Arts - General Studies/Healthcare
US Military/DoD Healthcare License/Certificates - Healthcare Management/Nursing
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