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patient safety companion resume example with 20+ years of experience

Jessica
Claire
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(555) 432-1000,
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Summary

Established Patient Care Technician offering CPR certified, clinical training in acute care, medical-surgical, skilled nursing, psychiatric, geriatric and rehabilitation units. Administered and assisted with glucose testing, feedings and colostomy care. Proficient in nursing documentation, assessment and decision-making. Calm and effective in pressured and emergent situations. Patient-focused professional providing support in critical care, pre-op, medical-surgical and post-op cases in medical center environments. Skilled at delivering customized education to patients of diverse conditions and backgrounds. Excellent decision-making, time management and communication capabilities well-honed in with high-performance healthcare teams.

Skills
  • Patient Safety
  • Patient Care
  • Dementia Knowledge
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Infection Control
  • Patient Transportation and Transfer
  • Patient Hygiene Assistance
  • Emotional Support
  • Surveillance
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Vital Signs Measurement
Education and Training
Trident Technical College Charleston, SC Expected in ā€“ ā€“ : Nursing - GPA :
  • Completed continuing education in massage therapy.
  • Dean's List Honoree for several different semesters.
  • Completed professional development in orthopedic care.
Experience
Upper Chesapeake Health - Patient Safety Companion
Forest Hill, MD, 10/2019 - Current
  • Coordinated patient care needs with healthcare team and delivered compassionate assistance with activities of daily living.
  • Improved patient care, safety and compliance by partnering with nurses.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
  • Secured qualified assistance for patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
  • Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
  • Delivered outstanding care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria for psych patients.
  • Conducted games and other activities to engage clients and provide mental stimulation and entertainment.
Cleveland Clinic - Patient Care Technician
Randolph, OH, 06/1999 - Current
  • Coordinated patient care needs with healthcare team and delivered compassionate assistance with activities of daily living.
  • Assisted doctors, nurses and support staff with preparation for and conducting patient procedures.
  • Conducted games and other activities to engage clients and provide mental stimulation and entertainment.
  • Collected lab specimens in adherence with safety protocols for patient tests.
  • Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
  • Administered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to note changes from prior measurements.
  • Responded to bell or light signal calls within maximum of 3 minutes to assist patients with needs
  • Ordered medical supplies from central supple to keep par levels in acceptable range.
  • Collected biological specimens and packages for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
  • Supported nurses in daily patient care activities by taking vital signs, documenting patient observations,inform RN of abnormal vital sign an and finger stick blood sugar out of range.
  • Assisted with patient admission, discharge and transfer to maximize facility efficiency.
  • Secured qualified assistance for patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
  • Collected and labeled blood and urine specimens to prepare for delivery to laboratory.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
  • Improved patient care, safety and compliance by partnering with nurses.
  • Used hospital devices, including Hoyer lifts and walker devices to transport and lift patients.
  • Used hospital devices, including dinamat vital sign machines and glucometer devices to transport and lift patients.
  • Safely transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
  • Delivered outstanding care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria for othopedic patients.
  • Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
  • Assisted and supported physicians performing bedside procedures.
  • Kept instruments and equipment clean and effectively sanitized.
  • Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
  • Performed minor housekeeping tasks, including removing dinner trays and picking up any trash in room to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
Crystal Springs Resort - Banquet Server
Hamburg, NJ, 05/1994 - 06/1999
  • Collaborated with host, bus person and cook to serve up food and beverages.
  • Served plated dinners, buffet-style dinners and passed hors d'oeuvres for parties.
  • Set up for events with up to 300 attendees, preparing serving and appetizer trays and setting tables.
  • Welcomed guests with personable attitude and smile, offering to bring beverage orders while reviewing menu options.
  • Operated and maintained cleaning equipment and tools, including dishwasher.
  • Collected dishes promptly after each course, cleared crumbs and glassware, and maintained customer satisfaction.
  • Verified food tray contents and transported each from kitchen to banquet hall.
  • Arranged place settings with fresh tablecloths, tableware and flowers to beautify table.
  • Carried appetizer and drink trays around many differant events, maneuvering around guests and furniture without spilling.
  • Applied safe food handling and optimal cleaning strategies to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
  • Addressed concerns or complaints quickly to improve service and escalated more advanced issues to management for resolution.
  • Walked among tables and refilled water and beverage glasses or took orders for more drinks and food.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain efficiency in food delivery, adapting service based on customer requests and kitchen readiness.
  • Prepared and maintained buffet and salad bar by checking temperatures, restocking food and monitoring potential avenues of contamination.
  • Washed buffet, restaurant and banquet items, including silverware, dishes, cooking utensils, equipment and displays.
US - 91-P (X-ray Tech)
City, STATE, 05/1987 - 05/1989
  • Observed patients' reactions and conditions to report any abnormal signs or discomfort to physicians.
  • Operated radiologic and magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of body.
  • Immobilized and positioned patients on examining table through foam pillows for proper alinement.
  • Utilized radiation safety measures and lead protection devices to guarantee safety of staff and patients.
  • Described and explained procedures to patients and observed patients during procedures to determine comfort levels.
  • Positioned radiological imaging equipment and adjusted controls to set exposure time and distance.
  • Positioned over head imaging equipment and adjusted controls to set exposure time and distance.
  • Provided assistance to physicians and other technologists during complex procedures.
  • Positioned patients properly for scans and procedures, calmly giving instructions on when to stay still to optimize scans.
  • Promoted commitment to patients by providing assistance, remaining professional and actively responding to questions and concerns.
  • Greeted patients with warm smile and promoted individual comfort throughout procedures and scans while being as discrete as possible.
  • Performed diagnostic imaging procedures, including x-ray.
  • Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient and medical record confidentiality.
  • Offered assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured and disabled patients.

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Trident Technical College

Job Titles Held:

  • Patient Safety Companion
  • Patient Care Technician
  • Banquet Server
  • 91-P (X-ray Tech)

Degrees

  • Some College (No Degree)

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