Katy Everastico
Elgin
Summary
Compassionate, bilingual healthcare professional with 11 years of patient care experience in hospitals, memory care, long term and assisted living facilities. Currently working on a pediatric medical surgical floor, bringing strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and a team-first mentality. Recognized for excellent bedside manner.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Northwestern Medicine
12.2019 - 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.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- 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.
- Performed EKGs, Collected urine, stool and sputum samples.
- Worked with pediatric and geriatric patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Journey Care
03.2019 - 12.2019
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Garlands Of Barrington
03.2016 - 12.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Cared for residents in assisted living, long term care and memory care units. Delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Woods Of South Elgin
02.2014 - 03.2016
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
Education
No Degree -
Elgin Community College
Elgin, ILAssociate of Science - Cardiac Sonography
William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL05-2027
Elgin High School
Elgin, IL05-2013
Skills
- CPR certification
- Critical Thinking
- EKG interpretation
- Epic Computerized charting
- Bilingual: English and Spanish
- Strong work Ethic
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Northwestern Medicine
12.2019 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Journey Care
03.2019 - 12.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Garlands Of Barrington
03.2016 - 12.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Woods Of South Elgin
02.2014 - 03.2016
No Degree -
Elgin Community College
Associate of Science - Cardiac Sonography
William Rainey Harper College
Elgin High School
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