Summary
Healthcare professional with 5+ years of experience in patient care, medical terminology, and equipment handling. Specialized knowledge in sterilization procedures and anesthesia guidelines to maintain patient safety and support efficient surgical operations. Skilled in anticipating clinical needs, managing stock levels, and ensuring equipment readiness and functionality. In previous roles, reduced equipment downtime by 15% through proactive maintenance and troubleshooting. Seeking to transition into an Anesthesia Technician role at Methodist Hospital Metropolitan, leveraging strong clinical protocols and team collaboration skills to support optimal perioperative experiences.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
CPR/First Aid
1
1
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Work History
Private Patient Caregiver
Self-employ
San Antonio, Texas
03.2023 - Current
- Provide in-home patient care, focusing on maintaining patient safety, monitoring vitals, and preparing medical equipment for daily use
- Implement sterilization protocols to ensure all home-use equipment is sanitized and compliant with healthcare standards
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to execute care plans, improving patient outcomes and ensuring adherence to care standards.
Lead Medical Assistant
Dr. Micheal Knott MD
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Assisted in patient preparation for procedures by setting up monitoring equipment and ensuring equipment was sterile and ready for use, complying with anesthesia and healthcare guidelines
- Responsible for the sterilization of medical instruments, contributing to a safe and sterile environment during procedures
- Maintained inventory and stock levels of supplies to ensure efficient clinic operations, anticipating physician and patient needs.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Annie's Angel Homecare
05.2017 - 01.2021
- Provided patient care support, including vital sign monitoring and assisting with non-invasive equipment setup, ensuring proper operation and compliance with safety protocols
- Applied knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare protocols to ensure effective communication with healthcare teams and accurate patient record-keeping
- Assisted with the sterilization and preparation of equipment, reducing contamination risks in the clinical setting.
Volunteer
Vassar Hospital
09.2011 - 12.2012
- Provided support in managing respiratory equipment and monitoring patient vital signs during treatments, helping to reduce treatment delays and ensure patient safety.
Timeline
Private Patient Caregiver - Self-employ
03.2023 - Current
Lead Medical Assistant - Dr. Micheal Knott MD
01.2021 - 02.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant - Annie's Angel Homecare
05.2017 - 01.2021
Volunteer - Vassar Hospital
09.2011 - 12.2012
Rio Salado College - Associate of Science,
Galen College of Nursing - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Nursing,
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Nursing -
12.2026
Associate of Science - undefined
08.2018
Skills
- Medical Terminology & Anesthesia Guidelines
- Patient Monitoring & Non-Invasive Equipment Setup
- Supply & Inventory Management
- Collaboration with Medical Teams
- Troubleshooting of systems
- Sterilization and Aseptic Technique
- Stock Management
- Preventative Maintenance
- Anticipation of Needs
- Attention to Detail
- AORN Standards Compliance
- Patient Safety Protocols
- Equipment Operation
- Supply Evaluation
- Care plan assessment
- Medication Administration
- Medical Records Management
- Time Management
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking and Organization
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Board of Nursing
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- CPR/First Aid
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