Kevin Vives Rodriguez
Clarksville
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician with expertise in vital sign monitoring, IV administration, and compassionate caregiving. Committed to ensuring patient comfort and safety, while effectively collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient care outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville
Clarksville
04.2023 - 07.2025
- Delivered direct patient care in a fast-paced hospital environment
- Monitored telemetry, obtained vital signs, and performed glucose checks
- Assisted with Foley catheter care, straight catheterization, and wound care
- Discontinued IVs and supported nurses with procedures and patient monitoring
- Reported changes in patient condition and documented in EMR
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hillcrest Healthcare Center
Ashland City
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted residents with ADLs, mobility, and daily care
- Monitored and reported changes in condition
- Maintained patient comfort, dignity, and safety
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance resident well-being.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
Resident Aide
Phoenix Senior Living
Hopkinsville
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in resident living spaces.
- Engaged residents in social activities to promote wellbeing.
- Documented resident care details in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure quality care delivery.
- Promptly answered call lights from residents seeking assistance or comfort needs.
Patient Aide
Western State Hospital
Hopkinsville
06.2017 - 03.2019
- Provided care in a psychiatric setting with focus on safety and observation
- Used de-escalation and therapeutic communication techniques
- Documented behaviors and supported structured patient care
- Monitored patient behavior and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted in daily living activities and personal care for patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in electronic systems.
- Conducted safety checks to ensure a secure environment for patients.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Hopkinsville Community College
Hopkinsville, KY05-2022
Associate of Science -
Hopkinsville Community College
Hopkinsville, KY12-2021
High School Diploma -
Christian County High School
Hopkinsville, KY06-2014
Skills
- Vital sign monitoring
- IV administration
- Electronic health records
- Wound care assistance
- Catheter care
- Patient assessment
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Patient documentation
- Environmental safety
- Compassionate caregiving
- CPR/AED
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant - Kentucky (2018 - Current)
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville
04.2023 - 07.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant
Hillcrest Healthcare Center
10.2021 - 06.2022
Resident Aide
Phoenix Senior Living
08.2021 - 10.2021
Patient Aide
Western State Hospital
06.2017 - 03.2019
Associate of Arts -
Hopkinsville Community College
Associate of Science -
Hopkinsville Community College
High School Diploma -
Christian County High School