Sabrina Cameron
Tucson
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with over 15 years in patient care and special needs support. Skilled in problem-solving, team collaboration, and developing care plans tailored to individual needs, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1994
1994
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Banner University Medical Center
Tucson
10.2010 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care activities and basic needs.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in patient care practices.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Provided personal care and support for individuals with special needs.
- Developed individualized care plans to meet specific client needs.
- Implemented therapeutic activities to promote social interaction and engagement.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients at all times.
- Educated clients on personal hygiene and health maintenance practices.
- Supported clients in community integration activities such as recreational outings, shopping trips and social gatherings.
- Administered medication when needed according to doctor's instructions.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to client care such as laundry, changing bed linens or preparing meals.
Caregiver, Special Needs
Catholic Community Services
Tucson
06.2000 - 10.2010
- Provided personal care and support for individuals with special needs.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including bathing and grooming.
- Developed individualized care plans to meet specific client needs.
- Supported clients in community integration activities such as recreational outings, shopping trips and social gatherings.
- Administered medication when needed according to doctor's instructions.
Dental Assistant
Dr.Bill Ardito
Nogal
06.1993 - 07.2000
- Assisted with patient examinations and dental procedures in a busy practice.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems efficiently.
- Prepared treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and ensuring cleanliness.
- Supported the dentist during procedures by anticipating needs and providing tools.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices to promote better dental health.
- Provided chair-side assistance during dental procedures, including passing instruments to the dentist and holding suction devices.
- Sanitized equipment, cleaned treatment rooms and restocked supplies after each patient's treatment to maintain cleanliness and prepare for next patient.
- Took digital X-rays of teeth using radiographic equipment.
Education
Nogales High School
Nogales, AZSkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- EKG administration
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Patient care coordination
- Healthcare documentation
- Personal hygiene education
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Blood glucose testing
- Healthcare expertise
- Infection prevention
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Banner University Medical Center
10.2010 - Current
Caregiver, Special Needs
Catholic Community Services
06.2000 - 10.2010
Dental Assistant
Dr.Bill Ardito
06.1993 - 07.2000
Nogales High School