Rhonda Hudson
Norwood
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician with extensive experience at Crozer Chester Medical Center, excelling in vital signs monitoring and specimen collection. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through compassionate assistance and effective communication. Certified in CPR/AED and phlebotomy, I thrive in fast-paced environments, ensuring optimal patient care and safety.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Crozer Chester Medical Center
Upland
02.1998 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Performed minor housekeeping tasks to keep patient areas clean and sanitized.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or stretcher as needed.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chester High
9th And Barcley06-1988
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient charting
- Specimen collection
- Patient transportation
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Certified phlebotomy technician
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Certified nursing assistant
- Patient assistance
Certification
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH DIVISION OF NURSING CARE FACILITIES
NEUMANN UNIVERSITY CERTIFIED PCT PHLEBOTOMY TRAINING
EMERGENCY ROOM CERTIFIED CPR AT CROZER CHESTER MEDICAL CENTER
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Crozer Chester Medical Center
02.1998 - Current
High School Diploma -
Chester High
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