Patient Care Infection Control

MS

MA SMITH

*****.********@*****.*** 214-***-**** Plano, TX 75093

Methodical professional with an organized approach and good multitasking skills. Experienced in decontaminating, sterilizing and testing medical instruments. Friendly and positive team player with good planning and problem-solving abilities. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Restocking Supplies

Decontamination and Sanitation

Computerized Tracking

Instrument Sterilization

Case Cart Assembly

Sterilization Procedures

Diagnostic Testing

Pulling Case Carts

Inventory Rotation

Recording Test Results

Decontamination Procedures

Equipment Testing

Chemical Handling

Assembly and Packaging

Infection Control

Processing Instruments

Feeding Assistance

ADL Support

Vital Signs Monitoring

Specimen Collection

Basic Nursing Care

Information Protection

Catheter Care

Professional Bedside Manner

Patient Positioning Understanding

Infection Control Standards

Adaptable

Acute and Rehabilitative Care

Blood Glucose Monitoring

Patient Services

Texas Health of Plano Plano, TX

Patient Care Technician

07/2021 - Current

Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.

Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members. Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.

Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.

Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients. Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.

Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies. Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.

Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or strher as needed. Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.

Summary

Skills

Experience

Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers. Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs. Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.

Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.

Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns. Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.

Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.

Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.

Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.

Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies. Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.

Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.

Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.

Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks. Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.

Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized. Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care services.

Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.

Participated in quality improvement activities within the department. Lifecare Hospital of Plano Plano, TX

CNA

07/2019 - Current

Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.

Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.

Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.

Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.

Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.

Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.

Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician. Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.

Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.

Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff. Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times. Transported residents within the facility as needed. Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.

Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.

Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.

Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.

Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.

Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.

Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.

Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.

Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse. Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene. Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.

Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.

Medical City Alliance (Externship) Fort

Worth, TX

Sterile Processing Technician

01/2024 - 01/2024

Operated steam sterilizers, washer-disinfectors, ultrasonic cleaners, dry heat ovens, and other related equipment.

Inspected instruments for cleanliness, proper function and breakage by viewing instruments before assembly.

Maintained accurate records of all sterilized items, including item number, date, time, type of sterilizer used, and operator initials. Prepared trays, instrument packs and surgical sets. Packaged instruments into peel pouches and properly labeled pouches. Performed decontamination of medical instruments and equipment to prepare for sterilization.

Assembled instrument trays according to established protocols using aseptic technique.

Inspected and tested instruments after cleaning to ensure all particles were removed prior to sterilization.

Readied instruments for sterilization procedures and completed decontamination protocols.

Recorded results of biological and diagnostic tests. Validated the sterility of processed instruments by performing biological and chemical testing.

Ensured compliance with safety guidelines in accordance with OSHA regulations.

Monitored biological and chemical wash solution to determine quality and consistency for decontamination of instruments and medical equipment. Distributed sterile and non-sterile supplies and medical equipment upon request or case cart requisition.

Reported any malfunctions or discrepancies in equipment to management immediately.

Gathered and prepared instruments and surgical supplies. Evaluated incoming product packaging for damage or contamination prior to stocking shelves.

Transported sterile goods from the clean room into the operating room per procedure requirements.

Set proper temperature, pressure and parameters for steam machines to prepare for instrument cleaning.

Processed medical waste following hospital protocol for safe disposal. Changed autoclave charts daily by dating and initialing each chart load. Sorted incompatible sets of instruments, trays and medical equipment. Participated in quality assurance programs designed to identify areas needing improvement.

Verified that all documents were completed accurately before releasing items from the sterile processing area.

Baylor Scott & White Carrollton

Carrollton, TX

Patient Care Technician

07/2018 - 07/2019

Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.

Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members. Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.

Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients. Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.

Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.

Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies. Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.

Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or strher as needed. Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.

Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs. Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.

Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.

Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns. Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.

Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.

Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.

Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.

Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies. Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.

Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.

Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.

Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.

Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.

Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized. Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care services.

Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.

Participated in quality improvement activities within the department. McKinney Rehabilitation Center

McKinney, TX

CNA

11/2017 - 10/2018

Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.

Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members. Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients. Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.

Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies. Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.

Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or strher as needed. Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.

Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs. Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.

Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.

Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.

Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.

Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.

Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.

Identified and reported observations and clinical symptoms to appropriate healthcare professionals, driving timely intervention. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care services.

Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes. Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.

Participated in quality improvement activities within the department. Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.

Education and Training

Concorde Career College Grand Prairie, TX

None in Sterile Processing Technology

02/2024

Dallas Career of Institute Dallas

None in Patient Care Technician

09/2017

Leyte State University Phillippines

Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education

03/2005

Employee of the Year 2023(Orthopedic Unit)

English:

Professional

Tagalog:

Professional

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