Martha Taylor
Riverdale,GA
Summary
Professional healthcare provider with strong expertise in patient care and support. Skilled in assisting medical staff, managing patient needs, and maintaining healthcare standards. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and reliability in fast-paced environments. Proficient in vital signs monitoring, patient mobility assistance, and medical documentation.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
MedStar Franklin Square Hospital
Essex, MD
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Monitored patient conditions and assisted with clinical assessments in a high-acuity hospital unit.
- Administered IV fluids under nurse supervision and ensured accurate documentation in EMR.
- Transported patients safely to procedures and diagnostic testing, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Responded to urgent patient needs, providing rapid support and maintaining patient comfort.
- Assisted with patient education and explained procedures to reduce anxiety and improve compliance.
- Supported discharge planning by preparing patients for safe transitions home.
- Maintained strict infection control standards and ensured patient safety during all procedures.
Personal Care Assistant
Rose & Lawrence Goldstein
Olney, MD
04.2019 - 03.2023
- Delivered individualized care in a home setting for patients with mobility and self-care limitations.
- Assisted with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, feeding, and ambulation.
- Organized and facilitated medical appointments, ensuring compliance with treatment plans.
- Monitored and reported changes in patient health to family members and supervising healthcare providers.
- Created and followed daily care schedules to ensure consistency and patient well-being.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance quality of life.
- Assisted with physical therapy exercises and mobility programs prescribed by healthcare providers.
Patient Care Technician
Providence Hospital
Washington, DC
02.2014 - 11.2018
- Supported nurses during emergency procedures, code responses, and patient assessments.
- Collected, labeled, and transported lab specimens while maintaining patient safety and accuracy.
- Assisted with patient transitions across departments, optimizing workflow and continuity of care.
- Documented patient care accurately in EMR and communicated key observations to nursing staff.
- Maintained medical equipment and ensured readiness for emergency procedures.
- Coordinated with multiple departments to streamline patient testing and diagnostic services.
- Trained new staff on patient care protocols and hospital procedures.
Home Health Aide
Bilos Megacare Home LLC
Hyattsville, MD
02.2012 - 10.2015
- Delivered daily in-home care for elderly and disabled clients, focusing on independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with ADLs, mobility, and safety interventions for clients with chronic conditions.
- Monitored vital signs and communicated health changes to supervising nurses.
- Supported patients and families during end-of-life care with compassion and dignity.
- Prepared nutritious meals and assisted with dietary needs to promote health.
- Implemented fall prevention and safety measures in clients’ homes.
- Maintained detailed records of patient care and progress for supervisory review.
Emergency Room Technician
Multiple Hospitals
Maryland
01.1992 - 01.2014
- Provided hands-on emergency care, assisting with CPR, airway management, and urgent interventions.
- Conducted advanced patient monitoring, including cardiac telemetry, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure.
- Administered IV fluids and assisted with medication delivery per RN direction in high-pressure ER settings.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to expedite patient care and improve outcomes.
- Developed expertise in rapid assessment, triage, and patient stabilization across multiple hospital environments.
- Responded to high-volume emergencies while prioritizing patient needs and safety.
- Mentored new ER staff on technical procedures and emergency protocols.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care processes.
- Facilities include: Washington Adventist Hospital, Providence Hospital, Suburban Hospital, Holy Cross Hospital, Montgomery General Hospital
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Washington Adventist University
Takoma Park, MD11.2013
Skills
- Direct patient care
- ADLs
- Emergency department support
- Triage
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- Catheter care
- Cardiac monitoring
- Pulse oximetry
- Phlebotomy
- Specimen collection
- IV insertion
- Non-medicated IV fluids
- Medication assistance
- Dementia care
- Alzheimer’s care
- Pain management
- Patient comfort
- EMR
- EHR documentation
- Patient transport
- Mobility support
- Infection control
- Safety compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
MedStar Franklin Square Hospital
02.2024 - 03.2024
Personal Care Assistant
Rose & Lawrence Goldstein
04.2019 - 03.2023
Patient Care Technician
Providence Hospital
02.2014 - 11.2018
Home Health Aide
Bilos Megacare Home LLC
02.2012 - 10.2015
Emergency Room Technician
Multiple Hospitals
01.1992 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Washington Adventist University
Additional Information
NCLEX candidate actively preparing for licensure