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Patient Care Technician

Location:
Gary, IN, 46404
Posted:
August 08, 2023

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ANGELA KNIGHT

Gary, IN *****

281-***-****

adysti@r.postjobfree.com

Proficient in nursing documentation, assessment and decision-making. Calm and effective in pressured and emergent situations. Efficient Patient Care Technician bringing proven direct support experience over 13-year career in healthcare. Team-oriented and adaptable to changing needs.

Clinical training

Broad medical terminology knowledge

Flexible

Medical device products and services

Infection control standards

Healthcare expertise

Performing patient intakes

Monitoring fluids

Able to lift 30 pounds

Patient relations

Catheter change and preparation

Collecting vital signs

Quick problem solver

Infection control procedures

Calm and level-headed under duress

04/2021 to Current

AMERICAN RENAL ASSOCIATES

Merrillville, IN

Patient Care Technician

Responded to patient emergencies and physically stressful situations to restore calm or administer treatments. Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care. Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.

12/2016 to 03/2021

DAVITA INC.

Humble, TX

Patient Care Technician

Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment. Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to note changes from prior measurements.

Supported nurses in daily patient care activities by taking vital signs, documenting patient observations,calculating and adjusting blood flow and fluid removal rates. 05/2006 to 01/2016

DAVITA INC.

Hammond, IN

Patient Care Technician

Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment. Delivered outstanding care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria for dialysis patients. Kept instruments and equipment clean and effectively sanitized. Kept unit well-stocked and efficient with necessary medical supplies. 06/2000 to 04/2006

MILLER'S MERRY MANOR

Hobart, IN

Certified Nursing Assistant

Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate. Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness. Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system. Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring. Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.

SUMMARY

SKILLS

EXPERIENCE

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified CCHT

CPR Certified

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE: NURSING 05/2014

ITT Technical Institute - Merrilliville, IN, Merrillville, IN EDUCATION AND TRAINING



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