Ethan Bonner
Augusta
Summary
Compassionate and clinically trained healthcare professional with hands-on experience in hospital-based settings, including pulmonary, cardiovascular acute care, and burn units. Demonstrates a strong foundation in patient-centered care, assisting with activities of daily living, mobility support, range of motion exercises, and skin integrity maintenance. Experienced in monitoring vital signs and oxygen saturation, transporting laboratory specimens, and documenting accurately within Electronic Health Record systems while maintaining strict HIPAA compliance.
Recognized for maintaining high standards of infection control, supporting patients with complex respiratory and cardiac conditions, and providing attentive care in high-acuity environments. Brings strong therapeutic communication skills, emotional intelligence, and the ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to promote patient safety, comfort, and dignity.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA 2
Piedmont Healthcare (CVCC)
Augusta, GA
07.2025 - Current
- Provided high-quality patient care to individuals with acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions.
- Assist in assessment, monitoring, and treatment of patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures.
- Perform vascular access management, including safely pulling arterial and venous sheaths and monitoring for hemostasis and complications.
- Performed and documented vital signs, ECGs, and cardiac rhythm monitoring accurately and promptly.
- Supported physicians and advanced practice providers during cardiac exams, procedures, and emergency interventions.
Patient Care Technician
Wellstar Hospital (Cystic Fibrosis)
Augusta, GA
03.2025 - 10.2025
- Provided direct patient care to pediatric/adult patients with cystic fibrosis and complex pulmonary conditions.
- Assisted with airway clearance therapies, nebulizer treatments, and oxygen therapy under RN/RT supervision.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, oxygen saturation levels, respiratory status, and intake/output.
- Supported patients with chest physiotherapy (CPT) and other respiratory interventions.
- Maintained strict infection control precautions, including contact and droplet isolation protocols specific to CF patients.
- Assisted with ADLs, including bathing, grooming, ambulation, and mobility support.
- Collected and documented sputum samples, blood glucose readings, and other diagnostic specimens.
Patient Care Technician
Doctor's Hospital (2 Burn)
Augusta, GA
06.2024 - 01.2025
- Provided comprehensive care to patients with partial-thickness and full-thickness burns in an acute care setting.
- Performed detailed wound assessments and assisted in daily burn wound care, including dressing changes and topical medication application.
- Provided critical care to patients with severe, large-surface-area burns, inhalation injuries, and complex trauma.
- Performed advanced burn wound care, including large, complex dressing changes and bedside debridement procedures.
Clinical Aide, Physical Therapy, Med/Surg (HS)
University Hospital Mcduffie
Thomson, GA
08.2019 - 02.2020
- Completed a structured clinical rotation within a hospital setting, gaining direct exposure to patient care operations and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care activities, including ambulation, hygiene support, bed baths, and activities of daily living (ADLs), ensuring patient comfort and dignity.
- Facilitated timely transport of laboratory specimens, including blood samples, maintaining accuracy and adherence to hospital protocols.
- Supported clinicians during in-office procedures, observing sterile technique and workflow to enhance understanding of clinical practice.
- Documented and updated patient information within the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system while strictly maintaining HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality.
Nurse Aide
Marshall Pines Assisted Living (Augusta Technical College)
Evans, GA
08.2018 - 09.2018
- Participated in a clinical training experience through Augusta Technical College’s Dual Enrollment Program, gaining foundational hands-on healthcare experience.
- Assisted Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) with patient care activities, including range of motion (ROM) exercises, bathing, and activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Maintained clean and safe patient environments by regularly changing bed linens and monitoring for skin integrity concerns.
Education
Nurse Aide Certificate; ADN Program - Nursing
Augusta Technical College
Thomson, GA01-2027
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA05-2024
High School Diploma -
Thomson High School
Thomson, GA05-2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA05-2024
Skills
- Support of patients with chronic respiratory conditions
- Assistance with oxygen therapy setup (under supervision)
- Support of post-procedure cardiac patients
- Collaboration with interdisciplinary acute care teams
- Skin integrity monitoring and prevention of further breakdown
- Assistance with hygiene and wound-care preparation (under supervision)
Timeline
PCA 2
Piedmont Healthcare (CVCC)
07.2025 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Wellstar Hospital (Cystic Fibrosis)
03.2025 - 10.2025
Patient Care Technician
Doctor's Hospital (2 Burn)
06.2024 - 01.2025
Clinical Aide, Physical Therapy, Med/Surg (HS)
University Hospital Mcduffie
08.2019 - 02.2020
Nurse Aide
Marshall Pines Assisted Living (Augusta Technical College)
08.2018 - 09.2018
Nurse Aide Certificate; ADN Program - Nursing
Augusta Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Kennesaw State University
High School Diploma -
Thomson High School
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia Southern University