Compassionate and detail-oriented Patient Care Technician with experience at Texas Children’s Hospital. Skilled in healthcare operations and database coordination, I excelled in enhancing patient safety and comfort while effectively educating families on medication administration.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Spence and Becky Wilson Children’s Hospital
03.2019 - Current
Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Attended to patient and family's immediate needs and concerns by acknowledging and providing required attention.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Supported patient mobility needs with correct assistive devices and proper body mechanics to prevent injuries.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Desoto Healthcare Center
11.2016 - 03.2019
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Patient Care Technician
Texas Children’s Hospital
04.2010 - 09.2016
Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
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