Sheki Lewis
Pittsburgh
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician with strong skills in patient monitoring, documentation, and crisis management. Committed to delivering high-quality care and emotional support to enhance patient well-being.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
AHN West Penn Hospital
Pittsburgh
10.2020 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks and daily living activities.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during treatment procedures.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Assisted with mobility and transportation of patients within the hospital facility.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care plans.
Community Living Specialist
Mainstay Life Sevices
Pittsburgh
03.2003 - 03.2020
- Supported individuals in daily living activities and personal care routines.
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Implemented therapeutic activities to support patient treatment plans.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients and staff.
- Documented patient interactions and progress in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with nurses to develop individualized care strategies.
- Participated in crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques when necessary.
- Educated patients on coping skills and emotional regulation techniques.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
- Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
- Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding towards them.
- Provided excellent service to patients through personable communication.
- Monitored vital signs, including pulse, respiration and temperature, of psychiatric patients.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, counselors and nurses to coordinate quality care for each client.
Education
Associate of Science - Science
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PA06-2018
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
AHN West Penn Hospital
10.2020 - Current
Community Living Specialist
Mainstay Life Sevices
03.2003 - 03.2020
Associate of Science - Science
Community College of Allegheny County
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