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Peter Abate
CNA / PATIENT CARE TECH. WITH A WIDE ARRAY OF EXPERIENCE.
Peter Abate
1043 E. Mitchell St.
Tucson, AZ 85719
Phone: (520) 302-0846
Personal:
Displays prompt and dependable work ethics, has excellent work rapport with both the individuals being served and fellow employees, is team oriented and enjoys constructive criticism, yet self motivated. Furthermore, Possesses skills in psychology (includes behavior modification), and PCT/ CNA skills, for example: vitals, applying topicals, CPR, peri-care, ADLs, turning patients, I&Os, proper patient documentation, applying splints, phlebotomy, running drug tests, performing I-Stats, stocking supplies, inventory of patient belongings, aiding in breaking down charts, transport of patients, and helping triage patients.
Collegiate Accomplishments:
1996 received an Associates Degree in General Studies from Mount Hood Community College in Gresham, OR.
1996 to 1999 Attended Western Oregon University, in Monmouth, OR as a Psychology Major.
Arcadia Health Care/ CNA / PCT 1/09 to current.
Health South Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson /CNA / Nurse Tech. 01/09 to 7/09
Checked patients vitals, peri-care, I&Os, performing ADLs, changing beds, putting on CPMs, transfering patients, using hoyer lifts, and helping out the nurse in any way possible.
Tucson Medical Center / Patient Care Tech. / CNA in the E.R. 03/25/07 to 09/15/08
Implemented basic patient care, phlebotomy, applying splints, performing wound care, transporting patients, monitoring patient vitals, working triage, collecting specimens than sending them to lab, performing I-Stat and urine tests, performing EKGs on the patient, helping out with codes, and helping doctors and nurses in any other way possible.
UPH at Kino / Behavioral Health Technician in the E.R. Annex. 05/006 to 11/06
Implemented basic patient care, supporting licensed personnel with minimum supervision. Furthermore, monitored patients closely, reporting any unusual behaviors to RN, properly documenting on patient, putting together patient charts, taking inventory of valuables and clothing, using crises intervention techniques. Additionally, collaborated in the development and implementation of patient treatment plans. Furthermore, demonstrated initiative by seeking and accepting additional responsibilities outside the realm of assigned duties. Identifies and troubleshoots potential system and departmental concerns, notifying the appropriate person with recommended solutions, displays knowledge of psychiatric medications. In addition, demonstrates the ability to work as an effective team member.
Sonora Behavioral Health Hospital / Mental Health Technician. 1/15/06 to 05/12/06
Worked with adolescent psychiatric patients. Trained and implemented crises intervention techniques, reported to RN any unusual behaviors associated with patients, lead patient groups directed at developing life skills, performed proper documentation associated with patient care.
DES / Department of Economic Security / Habilitation Technician 04/03/04 to 1/13/05
Worked in group homes helping to take care of individuals with developmental disabilities. Duties were associated with making and taking clients to Dr. appointments, passing meds, recording meds given in the MAR, implementing goals associated with individuals ISP, writing up I.R.s, using crises intervention techniques, recording behavioral data, cooking and cleaning, basic patient care.
Caregiver Connection / Patient Care Attendant 04/19/01 to 04/04/04. Tucson, AZ
Responsibilities included Working in both Hospital and Home Settings: performing all duties associating with basic patient care including cooking, cleaning, and shopping for home clients.
Crdentia / formerly: Arizona Home and Health/ Caregiver and Psych. Tech 02/17/03 to 04/30/08 Tucson, AZ
Work was performed in both hospital and home settings. Responsibilities included performing basic all duties associated with basic patient care, including cooking, cleaning, and shopping for home clients.
Shangri La Corp. / Assisted living trainer 1999 to 2000 Salem, OR
Responsibilities included: working with individuals with both physical and mental disabilities, both high and low functioning. Duties included helping clients with overall life skills , basic care needs, helping with budget issues, aiding in creating and implementing ISP (individual support plans), passing meds., driving clients to work, and helping to train clients to deal with overall life issues.
Ron Wilson Center / Caregiver 1997 to 1999 Monmouth, OR
Responsibilities included: working with individuals with both mental and physical disabilities in an independent living situation. Duties included helping clients with life skills and basic care needs, passing meds, and helping out with Special Olympics.
Hobbies:
Mountain biking, weight training, martial arts, motorcycles, camping, swimming, and traveling.
Skills:
Accomplished in Microsoft office, Windows Vista home premium, Epic programs, and medatech, and can type 50-60 words a minute.
1043 E. Mitchell St.
Tucson, AZ 85719
Phone: (520) 302-0846
Personal:
Displays prompt and dependable work ethics, has excellent work rapport with both the individuals being served and fellow employees, is team oriented and enjoys constructive criticism, yet self motivated. Furthermore, Possesses skills in psychology (includes behavior modification), and PCT/ CNA skills, for example: vitals, applying topicals, CPR, peri-care, ADLs, turning patients, I&Os, proper patient documentation, applying splints, phlebotomy, running drug tests, performing I-Stats, stocking supplies, inventory of patient belongings, aiding in breaking down charts, transport of patients, and helping triage patients.
Collegiate Accomplishments:
1996 received an Associates Degree in General Studies from Mount Hood Community College in Gresham, OR.
1996 to 1999 Attended Western Oregon University, in Monmouth, OR as a Psychology Major.
Arcadia Health Care/ CNA / PCT 1/09 to current.
Health South Rehabilitation Institute of Tucson /CNA / Nurse Tech. 01/09 to 7/09
Checked patients vitals, peri-care, I&Os, performing ADLs, changing beds, putting on CPMs, transfering patients, using hoyer lifts, and helping out the nurse in any way possible.
Tucson Medical Center / Patient Care Tech. / CNA in the E.R. 03/25/07 to 09/15/08
Implemented basic patient care, phlebotomy, applying splints, performing wound care, transporting patients, monitoring patient vitals, working triage, collecting specimens than sending them to lab, performing I-Stat and urine tests, performing EKGs on the patient, helping out with codes, and helping doctors and nurses in any other way possible.
UPH at Kino / Behavioral Health Technician in the E.R. Annex. 05/006 to 11/06
Implemented basic patient care, supporting licensed personnel with minimum supervision. Furthermore, monitored patients closely, reporting any unusual behaviors to RN, properly documenting on patient, putting together patient charts, taking inventory of valuables and clothing, using crises intervention techniques. Additionally, collaborated in the development and implementation of patient treatment plans. Furthermore, demonstrated initiative by seeking and accepting additional responsibilities outside the realm of assigned duties. Identifies and troubleshoots potential system and departmental concerns, notifying the appropriate person with recommended solutions, displays knowledge of psychiatric medications. In addition, demonstrates the ability to work as an effective team member.
Sonora Behavioral Health Hospital / Mental Health Technician. 1/15/06 to 05/12/06
Worked with adolescent psychiatric patients. Trained and implemented crises intervention techniques, reported to RN any unusual behaviors associated with patients, lead patient groups directed at developing life skills, performed proper documentation associated with patient care.
DES / Department of Economic Security / Habilitation Technician 04/03/04 to 1/13/05
Worked in group homes helping to take care of individuals with developmental disabilities. Duties were associated with making and taking clients to Dr. appointments, passing meds, recording meds given in the MAR, implementing goals associated with individuals ISP, writing up I.R.s, using crises intervention techniques, recording behavioral data, cooking and cleaning, basic patient care.
Caregiver Connection / Patient Care Attendant 04/19/01 to 04/04/04. Tucson, AZ
Responsibilities included Working in both Hospital and Home Settings: performing all duties associating with basic patient care including cooking, cleaning, and shopping for home clients.
Crdentia / formerly: Arizona Home and Health/ Caregiver and Psych. Tech 02/17/03 to 04/30/08 Tucson, AZ
Work was performed in both hospital and home settings. Responsibilities included performing basic all duties associated with basic patient care, including cooking, cleaning, and shopping for home clients.
Shangri La Corp. / Assisted living trainer 1999 to 2000 Salem, OR
Responsibilities included: working with individuals with both physical and mental disabilities, both high and low functioning. Duties included helping clients with overall life skills , basic care needs, helping with budget issues, aiding in creating and implementing ISP (individual support plans), passing meds., driving clients to work, and helping to train clients to deal with overall life issues.
Ron Wilson Center / Caregiver 1997 to 1999 Monmouth, OR
Responsibilities included: working with individuals with both mental and physical disabilities in an independent living situation. Duties included helping clients with life skills and basic care needs, passing meds, and helping out with Special Olympics.
Hobbies:
Mountain biking, weight training, martial arts, motorcycles, camping, swimming, and traveling.
Skills:
Accomplished in Microsoft office, Windows Vista home premium, Epic programs, and medatech, and can type 50-60 words a minute.