Amy Plouffe
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Detail-oriented Anesthesia Technician. Offering 2.5 years of experience testing and calibrating job-related equipment, assisting in procedures and monitoring patients under anesthesia. In-depth knowledge of anesthetic and sterile techniques. Dedicated to contributing to safe, efficient anesthesia care.
Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in many medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
CommonSpirit Health
10.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Daffodil Award Nomination
- Preceptor Trained
- RQI BLS Certified through 4/26
- Basic Cardiac Rhythm Recognition Competency certificate of completion
CNA
Springs Village Care Center
11.2022 - 10.2023
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
CNA - Nurse Technician
Medical City
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Temporary contract only position.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Medical Assistant/Anesthesia Technician
ENT And Allergy Centers Of Texas
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Assist MD for in house procedures using general aesthesia and deep sedation.
CNA - Lead Anesthesia Technician
Baylor University Medical Center
06.2019 - 09.2021
- Provided high level of support and assistance to physicians and nursing staff in level I trauma center
- Independently ran rapid infuser, cell saver, nitric oxide, glucometer and EPOC.
- Assist anesthesia provider in procedures such as tap blocks, placing arterial/central lines and PA catheters.
- Proficient in assisting providers prepare and carry out traumas, cardiac, neuro and transplant cases (heart, lungs, liver)
CNA - Nurse Technician
UCHealth Memorial Hospital
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Assisted nursing staff on surgical/trauma inpatient unit at level I trauma center.
CNA - Nurse Technician
St Joseph Hospital
01.2016 - 05.2017
- Assisted nursing staff on cardiac inpatient unit.
Enlisted Soldier
US Army
06.2015 - 09.2015
CNA - Nurse Technician
Eastern Maine Medical Center
10.2013 - 06.2015
- Assisted nursing staff on medical/surgical inpatient unit at level I trauma center.
CNA
Stillwater Healthcare
10.2012 - 10.2013
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bangor High School
Bangor, ME05.2013
Health Occupations
United Technologies Center #4
Bangor05.2012
Timeline
CNA
CommonSpirit Health
10.2023 - Current
CNA
Springs Village Care Center
11.2022 - 10.2023
CNA - Nurse Technician
Medical City
02.2022 - 08.2022
Medical Assistant/Anesthesia Technician
ENT And Allergy Centers Of Texas
09.2021 - 12.2021
CNA - Lead Anesthesia Technician
Baylor University Medical Center
06.2019 - 09.2021
CNA - Nurse Technician
UCHealth Memorial Hospital
08.2017 - 06.2019
CNA - Nurse Technician
St Joseph Hospital
01.2016 - 05.2017
Enlisted Soldier
US Army
06.2015 - 09.2015
CNA - Nurse Technician
Eastern Maine Medical Center
10.2013 - 06.2015
CNA
Stillwater Healthcare
10.2012 - 10.2013
High School Diploma -
Bangor High School
Health Occupations
United Technologies Center #4