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Dana Smith

Germantown,MD

Summary

Dedicated Patient Care Technician skilled in vital signs monitoring and providing empathetic support. Committed to ensuring patient comfort and safety while maintaining high standards of hygiene and infection control.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Suburban Hospital Healthcare System
Bethesda, MD
03.2020 - Current
  • Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities and ensuring comfort.
  • Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting to nursing staff promptly.
  • Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols consistently.
  • Assisted in transporting patients within hospital, ensuring safety and comfort throughout procedures.
  • Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Sandras Nursing Services
Gaithersburg, MD
02.2010 - 03.2020
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Visting Angels
Gaithersburg, MD
05.2013 - 09.2017
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering a compassionate environment.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop personalized care plans for residents.

Education

Surgical Tech

Health Tech Academy
Online
11-2027

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • CPR certification
  • Patient observation
  • Blood glucose testing
  • Basic life support
  • Infection control standards
  • Specimen collection
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Mobility assistance
  • Acute care
  • Vitals documentation
  • Body mechanics knowledge
  • Calm under stress
  • CNA certification

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

Suburban Hospital Healthcare System
03.2020 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Visting Angels
05.2013 - 09.2017

Certified Nursing Assistant

Sandras Nursing Services
02.2010 - 03.2020

Surgical Tech

Health Tech Academy
Dana Smith