Healthcare Assistant (HCA)
Khoo Teck Puat Hospital (KTPH)
Singapore
2010.12 - 2021.12
- Responsible for patient care and management.
- Documented patient records and maintained confidentiality of records.
- Assisted physicians as a Ceptron during patient examinations, enhancing the efficiency of the diagnostic process.
- Educated patients on health management and procedures as instructed by healthcare professionals.
- Measured and recorded vital signs, including pulse rate, blood pressure, SPO2, and temperature, to perform health assessments.
- Performed specialized diagnostic tests such as ECGs, vision and hearing screenings, urine tests, and blood glucose measurements.
- Supported doctors in performing both minor and major medical dressings, completed inpatient care and wound care.
- Operated basic scan equipment and telemetry monitors to provide accurate and timely patient data.
- Skilled in the insertion and removal of urinary catheters, ensuring patient comfort and care protocols.
- Administered tube feeding (NGT) with precision, adhering to best practices and patient care procedures.
- Performed nasal pharyngeal swab tests (PCR) with full PPE, maintaining safety protocols.
- Contributed to infection control efforts.
- Contributing to needs by ordering meals and serving diets in accordance with patient nutritional plans.
- Maintained a safe and hygienic environment, adhering to infection control standards and promoting patient well-being.