Amber Torrence
Eatonton,GA
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with proven expertise in patient care and HIPAA compliance, honed at Piedmont Newton Hospital. Excelled in IV insertion and effective communication, enhancing patient satisfaction and streamlining care processes. Recognized for training peers and managing medical emergencies, significantly contributing to efficient and compassionate healthcare delivery.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Piedmont Newton Hospital
11.2023 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Provided care for 32-pateint unit, coordinating day-to-day hygiene, feeding and quality of life functions.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
Unit Coordinator
Putnam General Hosptial
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Handled confidential patient information with discretion, adhering to HIPAA regulations to protect privacy rights.
- Achieved appropriate patient flow by admitting, transferring and discharging patients in computer system and notifying appropriate personnel of patient status verbally and through signage.
- Managed medical emergencies calmly and effectively while activating appropriate codes according to hospital policy; ensuring prompt response from specialized personnel.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Central Georgia Technical College
Macon, GA12-2024
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Survival Kit of Phlebotomy Training
Milledgeville, GA08-2023
High School Diploma -
Putnam County High School
Eatonton, GA05-2019
Skills
- IV insertion
- EKG interpretation
- Oxygen therapy
- HIPAA compliance
- Basic life support
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Vital signs
- Patient care
- Effective communication
- Pediatric phlebotomy
- Geriatric phlebotomy
- Order of draw
Timeline
Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department
Piedmont Newton Hospital
11.2023 - Current
Unit Coordinator
Putnam General Hosptial
08.2021 - 11.2023
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Central Georgia Technical College
Certificate - Phlebotomy
Survival Kit of Phlebotomy Training
High School Diploma -
Putnam County High School
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