Alaina Mares
Yucca Valley,USA
Summary
Dedicated and hard-working individual, with 7 years of medical experience, providing skills to prioritize and multi-task in fast-paced working environment. Successfully works as part of team to reach personal and business goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Anesthesia Technician
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital
San Antonio, TX
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
- Demonstrated professionalism and attentiveness while responding to urgent situations involving anesthesiology requirements or emergencies swiftly.
- Followed infection control procedures to maintain cleanliness of anesthesia monitors and apparatuses.
- Promoted patient-centered care through empathetic interactions with patients and their families throughout the perioperative experience.
Anesthesia Technician
Methodist Northeat Hospital
Live Oak, Texas
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted anesthesiologist with transporting and monitoring patients to operating rooms.
- Participated in assisting anesthesiologist with intubating and extubating the patient in operating rooms.
- Calibrated monitoring devices to ensure accurate readings of patient vitals.
- Followed strict infection control protocols to maintain sterile environment.
- Responded immediately to OR room calls for assistance with supplies, pharmaceuticals and blood products.
- Stocked operating rooms, carts and equipment rooms with supplies used by anesthesia.
Surgical Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
Biloxi, MS, USA
04.2020 - 10.2023
- Kept track of expiration dates on sterile items used in surgeries.
- Ensured that all specimens were collected properly according to hospital protocol.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding patient needs during operation times.
- Assisted in post-operative wound care including changing dressings, cleaning incision sites, and administering antibiotics when needed.
- Monitored patient's condition during surgery and reported any changes to medical staff members immediately.
- Maintained a clean, organized work environment throughout the day.
- Monitored inventory levels and identified opportunities for cost savings through improved inventory management.
- Answered phone calls from patients, physicians and other healthcare providers in a professional manner.
- Created patient charts, entered data into electronic health records system, and verified insurance information.
- Resolved any scheduling conflicts that arose between patients and providers in a timely manner.
- Assisted with preparing weekly reports on patient volume trends for management review.
- Responded to inquiries regarding appointment availability and provided accurate information about services offered.
- Monitored daily schedules to ensure accuracy of all bookings according to provider availability.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
- Processed cancellations and rescheduling requests promptly while maintaining high customer satisfaction levels.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Assisted physicians with finalizing reports, speeches or presentations.
- Prepared reports, invoices, letters, or medical records using word processing, spreadsheet, or other software applications.
- Ordered and maintained supply inventory for medical office.
CNA
Spine Team Texas
Southlake, TX
07.2019 - 04.2020
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
CNA
Cook Children's Medical Center
Fort Worth, TX
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
CNA
Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Worth
Fort Worth, TX
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Joshua High School
Joshua, TX05.2018
Certified Nurses Assistant Course -
05.2018
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Adaptable
- Calm and Level-Headed Under Duress
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- HIPAA Proficiency
- Workplace Safety
- Supply Management
- Patient Relations
- Compassionate
- Family Support and Assistance
Timeline
Anesthesia Technician
Christus Santa Rosa Hospital
12.2024 - 04.2025
Anesthesia Technician
Methodist Northeat Hospital
08.2024 - 12.2024
Surgical Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
04.2020 - 10.2023
CNA
Spine Team Texas
07.2019 - 04.2020
CNA
Cook Children's Medical Center
01.2019 - 06.2019
CNA
Texas Rehabilitation Hospital of Fort Worth
07.2018 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Joshua High School