Patient Care Associate
Resume:
Objectives
To obtain a position as a Patient Care Assistant in a reputed hospital that will utilize my knowledge and skill set in a medical setting. I currently possess more than 20 years of experience with an excellent clinical background. History working with behavior health as a psych tech.
With my ability to handle emergency situations, maintain safety standards, knowledge of medical procedures and practices, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills I will be a great asset to your organization.
Experience
Adult Emergency Department at Kings County Health and Hospital
2022-Present
Patient Care Associate
●Take and record vital signs accurately, including temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and respiratory rate.
●Provide emotional support and companionship to patients, and respond to their needs and requests with empathy and compassion.
●Collaborate with other healthcare team members to ensure coordinated and efficient patient care delivery.
●Observe and report any changes in patient condition or behavior to the nursing staff promptly
●Assist nurses and medical staff with various procedures, such as wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection.
White Glove Agency at Bellevue Hospital
2016-2022
Patient Care Associate
●Vision Checks and Auto-Refractions
●Perform finger sticks, blood draw, and EKG’s.
●Help patients with tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding as needed.
●Assist staff and medical team with patient care.
●Clean, sterilize, and maintain medical equipment and supplies, ensuring they are readily available and in good working condition.
Horizon Agency at Elmhurst
2012-2017
Patient Care Associate
●Assist staff and medical team with patient care
●Maintain 1:1 and 2:1 observation with patients needing close and extended attention
●Perform finger sticks, blood draw, and lab runs when needed
Total Healthcare Staffing
2006-2010
Patient Care Associate
●Worked in various healthcare facilities including Queen Hospital, and Memorial Sloan Kettering.
●Prepare patients for examination and assist providers with procedures and treatment.
●Prepare exam rooms for procedures including cleaning instruments and equipment.
●Perform simple dressing changes, bandaging, as well as wound care.
●Monitor patients for response to therapy or change in condition and report such to RN immediately.
●Obtain Blood specimens for lab testing by venipuncture and/or finger stick, and retrieve lab reports.
●Perform 12 Lead EKG’s and present the cardiogram immediately to the physician for interpretation.
Education
2005 Hemodialysis Certification issued by BOCES
2000 Certified Patient Care Associate
1992 Certified Nursing Assistant
1990 Licensed & Certified Security Officer
References are available upon request
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