Keithen Parys
Little Rock
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Energetic Nurse Aide with 6 years of experience providing comprehensive support and care to patients. Committed to increasing treatment knowledge through hands-on learning for professional development. Skillful in solving complex problems and staying calm in emergency situations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Carle Foundation Hospital
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Patient Care Assistant
UAMS Hospital
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- 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.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Utilized hospital systems to monitor and report on individual patient care, including lab results, allergies, and vital signs
- Created and maintained an inpatient care log that noted patient medical history, medications, and diagnoses
- Educated patients on their conditions and prescribed medications
- Educated patients on their conditions and prescribed medications
Patient Care Technician, ICU
UAMS Hospital
08.2019 - 10.2023
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Infantryman
Army ROTC
08.2019 - 10.2023
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency, and knowledgeable assistance.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
Infantryman Squad Leader
United States Marine Corps
02.2013 - 10.2023
- Maintained property and equipment inventory and crew assignments.
- Provided thorough reports to superiors regarding squad's activities on patrol.
- Supervised engine crew and reviewed completed work for accuracy, safety and quality.
- Determined necessity and type of additional resources and change of approach and techniques.
- Supported Crew Supervisor in establishing and updating crew policies and implementing new procedures.
- Operated heavy equipment, fire equipment and mobile Incident Command Center vehicle.
- Coordinated fire suppression actions with air operations and local emergency response entities.
- Submitted work orders to have Military grade vehicles repaired and checked each one thoroughly upon return to service.
- Managed squad of [8-12] members engaged in fuels reduction projects and wild land fire situations.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Maintained secure communication systems to relay information to and from command teams.
- Established defensive positions to protect against enemy forces.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Trained over multinational partners, contractors and foreign nationals to develop war fighting and defense capabilities.
Education
Nursing -
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock, AR08.2021
ROTC - undefined
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR01.2023
High School Diploma -
Pine Bluff High School
Pine Bluff, AR08-2013
Skills
- Basic nursing care
- Healthy meal preparation
- ADL support
- Restocking supplies
- Infection prevention
- Bed preparation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Sterilization techniques
- Patient hygiene management
- Vitals documentation
- Wound care
- Team collaboration
- Patient positioning
- End-of-life care
- Safety protocols
- Healthcare expertise
- CPR certification
- Infection control
- Health monitoring
- Monitoring patient conditions
- Mobility assistance aptitude
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Mobility assistance
- Feeding assistance specialist
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Catheter care
- Basic life support
- Emotional support
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Carle Foundation Hospital
10.2024 - 06.2025
Patient Care Assistant
UAMS Hospital
08.2022 - 05.2024
Patient Care Technician, ICU
UAMS Hospital
08.2019 - 10.2023
Infantryman
Army ROTC
08.2019 - 10.2023
Infantryman Squad Leader
United States Marine Corps
02.2013 - 10.2023
ROTC - undefined
University of Central Arkansas
Nursing -
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
High School Diploma -
Pine Bluff High School
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