ADRIAN HUMPHRIES
Silver Springs,MD
Summary
Pediatric healthcare professional with strong track record in providing high-quality care to children and adolescents. Proven ability to handle diverse medical conditions and emergencies with precision and calm. Effective team collaborator, reliable in adapting to dynamic clinical environments. Proficient in care coordination.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pediatric Emergency Room Technician
John’s Hopkins Suburban Hospital
Bethesda, MD
01.2024 - Current
- Administered first aid and emergency care to patients in high-pressure situations.
- Assisted medical staff in triaging patients, ensuring timely treatment prioritization.
- Monitored vital signs and recorded patient information accurately for medical review.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient flow and care delivery processes.
- Monitored patient vital signs, identifying changes in condition for timely interventions.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and confidence in the nursing team''s abilities.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through compassionate and empathetic communication with children and families.
EMERGENCY ROOM TECHNICIAN
Holy Cross Hospital
Silver springs, MD
07.2022 - Current
- Skilled at recognizing life-threatening situations requiring immediate intervention or transfer to a higher level of care.
- Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate communication techniques.
- Used computers to complete necessary patient charts and documentation on patients' progress.
- Informed physician of patient's condition during procedures.
- Documented patient care by charting and following physician orders.
- Assisted physicians with examinations, procedures and other medical tasks.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize patient care and ensure timely triage of patients in the Emergency Room.
- Proven ability to remain calm under pressure while making critical decisions in emergency situations.
- Highly skilled in monitoring vital signs, documenting changes in patient condition, initiating resuscitation efforts as needed and responding promptly to code blue calls.
- Provided emotional support for families dealing with difficult situations or diagnoses.
- Provided nursing care and services within standards and scope of policies, procedures and protocols.
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems.
EMERGENCY ROOM TECHNICIAN
Doctors community Hospital
Lanham, MD
04.2020 - 06.2022
- Skilled at recognizing life-threatening situations requiring immediate intervention or transfer to a higher level of care.
- Provided emotional support for families dealing with difficult situations or diagnoses.
- Assisted physicians with examinations, procedures and other medical tasks.
- Developed strong relationships with patients through compassionate communication techniques.
- Proven ability to remain calm under pressure while making critical decisions in emergency situations.
- Provided nursing care and services within standards and scope of policies, procedures and protocols.
- Highly skilled in monitoring vital signs, documenting changes in patient condition, initiating resuscitation efforts as needed and responding promptly to code blue calls.
- Prepared examination rooms with sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies.
EMERGENCY ROOM TECHNICIAN
University of Maryland Capital region Health
Bowie, MD
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Assisted physicians during emergency procedures such as suturing lacerations, intubation, cardioversion, and chest tube placement.
- Checked vital signs and recorded intake information to monitor patient stability.
- Answered patient call signals, signal lights or bells to determine patient needs.
- Assisted nurses and physicians in operation of medical equipment and provision of patient care.
- Provided compassionate support for patients experiencing distress due to their illness or injury.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to rapidly identify and respond to emergent situations in the ER.
- Performed laboratory tests such as blood draws and urine analysis using approved techniques.
- Facilitated transfer of critically ill patients from the ER to ICU or other specialty units when necessary.
EMERGENCY ROOM TECHNICIAN
University of Maryland Medical center
Baltimore, MD
06.2010 - 08.2019
- Responded to critical situations quickly and efficiently by following established protocols for resuscitation efforts.
- Trained new staff members on proper techniques for handling emergency room cases.
- Administered first aid treatment or life support care to sick or injured persons.
- Assisted patients with bathing and grooming.
- Assisted physicians with patient exams and treatments, including wound cleaning and dressing changes.
- Prepared examination rooms for incoming patients.
- Assisted with admitting procedures by taking vital signs of incoming patients and collecting relevant information from them or their family members.
- Prepared patient refreshments and food trays.
- Updated and entered patient information into computer system.
- Safeguarded medical records to secure patient information and maintain patient confidentiality.
- Helped with safely transferring patients in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
- Maintained accurate medical records for all patients seen in the ER, including documentation of test results, diagnoses, and treatments.
- Escorted patients to examination rooms to prepare for physician exams.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during stressful situations.
- Performed medical laboratory tests such as urinalysis, blood sugar level tests, and hemoglobin levels.
- Prioritized tasks based on urgency so that those requiring immediate attention could be attended first.
- Answered call lights promptly while providing comfort measures to alleviate pain or anxiety of waiting patients.
Education
CNA/GNA - Patient Care Tech
Wor-Wic Community College
Salisbury, MD05.2010
GED - undefined
Maryland GED
Maryland09.2008
Skills
- Executed regular monitoring and documentation of vital signs to facilitate timely medical interventions
- Achieved improved patient recovery rates through effective management of wound care procedures Enhanced team efficiency by streamlining communication regarding patient treatment plans Fostered a culture of continuous improvement in wound care practices, leading to higher patient satisfaction
- Administered venipuncture techniques to ensure safe and effective blood draw for laboratory analysis
- Achieved improved patient stabilization through effective application of splinting techniques Enhanced treatment efficiency by collaborating with healthcare teams on best practices Contributed to patient care excellence by mentoring staff in splinting procedures
- Achieved rapid response to medical emergencies through effective CPR administration Enhanced team performance in crisis situations by implementing training programs Contributed to improved patient outcomes by fostering a culture of preparedness and support
- Administered blood draws with precision, adhering to safety protocols and patient comfort standards
- Executed 12-lead EKG monitoring procedures, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and patient safety standards
Certification
A00107723
AWARDS
Tech of Year 2022 at Holy cross Hospital
Timeline
Pediatric Emergency Room Technician
John’s Hopkins Suburban Hospital
01.2024 - Current
EMERGENCY ROOM TECHNICIAN
Holy Cross Hospital
07.2022 - Current
EMERGENCY ROOM TECHNICIAN
Doctors community Hospital
04.2020 - 06.2022
EMERGENCY ROOM TECHNICIAN
University of Maryland Capital region Health
09.2019 - 03.2020
EMERGENCY ROOM TECHNICIAN
University of Maryland Medical center
06.2010 - 08.2019
CNA/GNA - Patient Care Tech
Wor-Wic Community College
GED - undefined
Maryland GED