April Distefano
Rockmart,GA
Summary
Dedicated EVS Technician at Piedmont Hospital with expertise in infection control and sanitation procedures. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through meticulous cleaning and a strong work ethic. Recognized for reliability and effective team collaboration, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for patients and staff alike.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
EVS Technician
Piedmont Hospital
Atlanta, GA
04.2010 - 01.2013
- Delivered exceptional customer service when interacting with patients, family members, visitors, and colleagues alike, fostering a positive atmosphere within the hospital environment .
- Promoted a healthy environment for patients, visitors, and staff through diligent maintenance of high cleanliness standards.
- Supported hospital operations through timely completion of cleaning assignments, contributing to a well-maintained facility.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by ensuring a clean and safe environment in all hospital areas.
- Demonstrated strong time management skills, ensuring the completion of all assigned tasks within designated deadlines while maintaining high-quality work standards.
- Contributed to effective communication among team members by participating in regular meetings and training sessions.
- Performed deep-cleaning projects as needed to maintain optimal cleanliness throughout the facility over time.
- Reduced the risk of infection by properly disposing of hazardous materials and maintaining strict hygiene protocols.
Private Caregiver
Crystal Womack
Rockmart, GA
03.2000 - 10.2009
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
- Handled household management tasks like laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping leading to a well-maintained living space.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, reducing the risk of infection or injury.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing for enhanced selfesteem.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Managed patient medications, ensuring accurate dosages and timely administration.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to healthcare providers promptly.
- Drove patients to appointments and errands, ensuring their transportation needs were met safely and punctually.
- Educated family members about caregiving techniques for continuity of care during caregiver absences or transitions between shifts.
Education
Medical Social Work
Rockmart High School
Rockmart, GA05.1991
Skills
- Patient room cleaning
- Reliability and punctuality
- Sanitation procedures
- Healthcare facility standards
- Infection control expertise
- Sterilization techniques
- Cross-contamination prevention
- Chemical handling
- Biohazard cleanup
- Quality control standards
- Safety protocol adherence
- Safety standards and protocols
- Strong work ethic
- Conscientious and Detail-oriented
- Checklists and recordkeeping
- OSHA compliance
- Team collaboration
Timeline
EVS Technician
Piedmont Hospital
04.2010 - 01.2013
Private Caregiver
Crystal Womack
03.2000 - 10.2009
Medical Social Work
Rockmart High School