Caitlin Petcu
San Diego
Summary
Professional in patient care with solid experience and strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in providing compassionate support, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with daily living activities. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effectively responding to changing needs in fast-paced healthcare environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas
11.2024 - Current
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Aided in the prevention of bedsores through regular repositioning of patients according to care plans.
- Assisted in meal preparation and feeding support for patients with various dietary restrictions or swallowing difficulties.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Caregiver
Pine Grove RCFE
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Assisted six patients with ADLs, including personal hygiene (bathing, oral care, grooming), dressing for the day, eating, and ambulating.
- Performed housekeeping duties like laundry, cleaning, and meal preparation.
- Managed bed-to-chair transfers utilizing gait belts as needed.
- Implemented group activities (Sudoku, reading, puzzles, movies) to aid in improving the morale and cognitive function of residents.
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
05.2017 - 07.2021
- Collected histories, vitals, and current complaints via patient interviews into EHR systems and scheduled appointments for 30+ patients per day to include front desk operations.
- Administered injections, medications, and vaccinations and prescribed laboratory testing as directed by the physician.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Anaheim, CA01.2026
Associates of Arts - General Studies
American Public University System
Charles Town, WV07.2020
Skills
- Bilingual: Romanian and English
- Infection control standards
- Patient Scheduling
- Medical Terminology
- Proficient with Epic
- Catheter care
- ADL support
- Written and verbal communication
Student Rn Clinical Rotations
- Med Surg II, St. Joseph's Hospital- Providence, Inpatient Care, 90 hours, 10/2024, 12/2024
- Mental Health, Orange County Global Medical Center, Adult Psychiatric Inpatient Care, 90 hours, 08/2024, 10/2024
- Med Surg I, Regent’s Point Senior Living Community, Irvine, Long-Term Memory Care, 90 hours, 06/2024, 08/2024
- Nursing Fundamentals, MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center, Inpatient Care, 90 hours, 04/2024, 06/2024
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas
11.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Pine Grove RCFE
08.2021 - 08.2023
Hospital Corpsman
US Navy
05.2017 - 07.2021
Associates of Arts - General Studies
American Public University System
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
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