Kara Slaughter
Festus
Summary
I am writing to express my strong interest in joining your team and to share my passion for patient care. As a dedicated Patient Care Technician, I thrive in the dynamic hospital environment and am deeply committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care. My hands-on experience working closely with patients has only strengthened my desire to further my career in nursing.
What sets me apart is my genuine empathy and the satisfaction I find in making a difference in others’ lives. I believe in treating every patient with dignity, kindness, and respect, and I bring that mindset to every shift. My goal is to continue growing in this field, not only by expanding my clinical skills but by continuing to touch lives in a meaningful way.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
04.2023 - 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.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
Sales Associate
Target
11.2020 - 03.2023
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
Education
DeSoto Senior High School
De Soto, MO05-2016
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Certified in CPR
- Clinical patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- BLS certification
- Patient hygiene
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient transport
- Patient relationship building
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
Sales Associate
Target
11.2020 - 03.2023
DeSoto Senior High School
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