ABIGAIL MENSAH
Laurel
Summary
Diligent Patient Care Technician with solid background in patient care. Known for providing compassionate support and ensuring patient comfort. Demonstrated ability in monitoring vital signs and assisting with daily living activities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Medical Care NA
08.2015 - Current
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in patient care technology advancements.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and post-discharge instructions, empowering them to take control of their own health maintenance.
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients through diligent observation and reporting of changes in condition.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, offering comfort and dignity to patients in their final stages.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate bedside care and support.
- Streamlined patient check-in process, enhancing efficiency of care delivery.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
Patient Care Technician
Davita Inc.
12.2011 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
Patient Care Technician
Dimensions Health
08.2006 - 12.2011
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
- Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
- Contributed to team meetings, offering insights on patient care improvements based on direct observations.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures to support patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention.
- Facilitated patient mobility and recovery with guided exercises and ambulation support.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Education
Nursing
Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MD05-2027
High School Diploma -
Chemu Secondary High School
Ghana08-2002
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Feeding assistance
- Patient positioning
- Professional bedside manner
- Emergency response
- Data collection
- Mobility assistance
- Infection prevention
- Qualified in patient transport
- Active listening
- Compassionate care
- Patient assistance
- Vitals documentation
- Basic nursing care
- Bed preparation
- HIPAA compliance
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Recording vital signs
Certification
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
- CCHT - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Medical Care NA
08.2015 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Davita Inc.
12.2011 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Dimensions Health
08.2006 - 12.2011
Nursing
Anne Arundel Community College
High School Diploma -
Chemu Secondary High School
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