Kara Otto
Greentown
Summary
Offering caring and empathetic approach with strong desire to learn and grow in healthcare setting. Brings foundational knowledge in patient care principles and demonstrates ability in performing essential tasks such as taking vital signs and assisting with daily living activities. Ready to use and develop skills in communication and patient support in the student nurse extern role.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Float Patient Care Technician
Ascension St. Vincent
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and quality care.
- Documented vital signs
- Improved patient satisfaction by promptly responding to requests and concerns.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Supported nursing staff with patient care to enhance overall team efficiency.
- Enhanced safety and compliance by following established protocols and procedures.
- Assisted in transporting patients to various departments, ensuring timely care.
- Prepared patient rooms for admissions maintaining cleanliness and order.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
Food Service Worker
Hydration Station
05.2018 - 03.2024
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
- Strictly followed sanitation and food safety guidelines as required by regulatory agencies and company.
- Greeted customers at counter to fulfill requests and answer questions.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with colleagues and supervisors.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Operated cash register accurately, managing transactions efficiently while providing excellent customer service.
- Prepared and served various food and drink items to customer specifications in fast-paced environments.
Education
Bachelors of Nursing - Nursing
Indiana University Kokomo
Kokomo, IN05-2026
High School Diploma -
Eastern High School
Greentown, IN06-2022
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs
- Health documentation
- Patient safety
- Patient communication
- Specimen collection
- Patient hygiene
- Patient confidentiality
- Patient comfort
- Patient satisfaction
- Blood glucose testing
- Catheter care
- Patient positioning
- Feeding assistance
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Float Patient Care Technician
Ascension St. Vincent
04.2024 - Current
Food Service Worker
Hydration Station
05.2018 - 03.2024
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Bachelors of Nursing - Nursing
Indiana University Kokomo
High School Diploma -
Eastern High School
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