Patient care Technician

SONIA ALLEN

Patient Care Technician

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Professional Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Patient Care Technician with over 20 years of experience in diverse healthcare settings, including emergency departments, critical care, medical-surgical, and psychiatric units. Skilled in phlebotomy, EKG, patient monitoring, and assisting with daily living activities. Committed to delivering exceptional care in compliance with current regulatory standards while promoting patient comfort and safety.

Professional Experience

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital — Patient Care Technician

September 2022 – Present

●Perform phlebotomy to obtain Spike and COVID-19 antibody specimens

●Conduct anterior nasal swabs for PCR specimen collection

●Ensure specimen integrity by adhering to handling protocols

●Adhere to PPE guidelines to minimize COVID-19 transmission

●Support a positive patient experience during testing

●Perform administrative duties as needed

NYC Health + Hospitals / Kings County Hospital — Patient Care Technician, COVID-19 Testing Center

May 2020 – June 2022

●Collected Spike and COVID-19 antibody specimens via phlebotomy

●Performed anterior nasal swabs for PCR testing

●Maintained specimen integrity and strict compliance with PPE protocols

●Provided administrative support and ensured a patient-focused testing environment

NYU Langone Health, Cobble Hill — Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department

May 2020 – November 2021

●Recorded and documented vital signs (BP, pulse, temp, respiration)

●Performed specimen collection, venipuncture, and EKG procedures

●Maintained supply inventory and supported nursing staff in fast-paced ED

The Brooklyn Hospital Center — Patient Care Technician, Critical Care Unit

2014 – 2020

●Assisted patients with ADLs including mobility, feeding, bathing, and toileting

●Performed EKGs, venipuncture, and post-mortem care

●Documented intake/output and supported nurses during procedures

NYC Health + Hospitals / Kings County Hospital — Patient Care Technician, Medical-Surgical Unit

2016 – 2018

●Delivered direct patient care including hygiene, mobility, and safety monitoring

●Conducted venipuncture, EKGs, and skin integrity assessments

●Utilized EPIC EMR for charting vitals and intake/output

●Provided 1:1 patient observation to ensure safety

Long Island College Hospital — Patient Care Technician, Psychiatric Unit

2002 – 2014

●Assisted psychiatric patients with ADLs and clinical monitoring

●Conducted routine EKGs, specimen collection, and skin care

●Observed patients for behavioral changes and reported to RN.

Certifications & Education

●Patient Care Technician/Assistant Certification

●Certified Phlebotomy Technician

●EEG Technician Training

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