Jerome Carter
Chicopee
Summary
Compassionate Patient Care Technician with expertise in vital signs assessment, electronic health records, and patient education. Committed to enhancing patient care and supporting multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Baystate Medical Center
Springfield
06.2017 - Current
- Supported nursing staff in monitoring patients and providing essential care.
- Maintained patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Prepared and transported patients for diagnostic tests and procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality patient care.
- Guided patients and families through care plans and procedures to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Responded promptly to patient needs and communicated concerns to nurses.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of patient care areas and equipment.
- Supported staff in training new employees on daily operations and protocols.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Observed changes in patients' conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure a safe environment for patients.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or stretcher as needed.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Conducted EKGs following the physician's or RN's instructions.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Offered emotional support to patients and families, fostering a compassionate care environment.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
Rehab Nurse Technician
Health South Rehab
Ludlow
06.2012 - 06.2017
- Assisted nurses in patient care and rehabilitation activities.
- Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Prepared and maintained rehabilitation equipment for therapy sessions.
- Educated patients on mobility exercises and safety techniques to promote recovery and prevent injury.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient care plans.
- Supported patients in daily living activities to foster independence and improve quality of life.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of rehabilitation areas for safety compliance.
- Engaged in continuous professional development through reading current literature, attending seminars, workshops, conferences.
- Provided education about self-care techniques related to physical disabilities or chronic illnesses.
- Assisted with rehabilitation activities including ambulation, range-of-motion exercises, and transfer training to enhance patient mobility and recovery.
- Maintained accurate records of patient assessment data, treatments administered, and any changes in condition or response to treatment.
- Reported changes in patient condition to supervising RNs or physicians.
- Monitored and recorded fluid intake and output levels according to established standards.
- Observed and documented patient behavior, reactions, and responses to treatments.
- Performed initial assessments of patients' physical and mental health conditions.
- Encouraged positive attitudes towards recovery during interactions with patients.
- Supported patients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing and dressing.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained according to established standards.
- Conducted daily rounds to monitor patient progress and vital signs.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations by following established protocols.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan further interventions.
- Assisted with the implementation of individualized patient care plans.
- Administered prescribed medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with medical protocols.
- Assisted family members in understanding the rehabilitative process for their loved ones.
- Monitored and measured clients' vital signs and recorded gathered data into patient charts.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Collected and disposed of patient bedpans to ensure cleanliness.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Excel Nursing Agency
Ludlow
05.2010 - 06.2012
- Provided compassionate care to patients in various healthcare settings.
- Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for care continuity.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to create individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness practices.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments under supervision of nurses.
- Supported mobility through safe transfer techniques and equipment use.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding, and safe ambulation to enhance patient well-being.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, ensuring timely intervention for patients experiencing sudden illness or injury.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Built strong relationships with patients, caregivers, and healthcare teams to effectively support achievement of individualized care plan goals.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
Education
GED -
Science of Technology
Springfield, MA09-2008
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapist
Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, MA03-2026
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Electronic health records
- Team collaboration
- Vital signs assessment
- Care plan development
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Emergency response
- ADL support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Emotional support
- Patient education
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient hygiene management
- Physical therapy support
- Patient positioning
- Data collection
- Feeding assistance specialist
- Patient observation
- Active listening
- End-of-life care
- Clinical training
- Basic life support
- CPR certification
- Oxygen therapy
- Acute care
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient monitoring
- Specimen collection
- Basic nursing care
- Bed preparation
- Vitals documentation
- Catheter care
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Acute care
- Wound care
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Baystate Medical Center
06.2017 - Current
Rehab Nurse Technician
Health South Rehab
06.2012 - 06.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Excel Nursing Agency
05.2010 - 06.2012
GED -
Science of Technology
Associate of Science - Respiratory Therapist
Springfield Technical Community College