April Hall
Lexington,NC
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adapt at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Supply Technician
W.G. (Bill)Hefner Salisbury VA Medical Center
Salisbury, NC
12.2023 - Current
- Operated and maintained steam autoclaves, keeping records of loads completed, items in loads and maintenance procedures performed.
- Cleaned instruments to prepare for sterilization.
- Assembled and wrapped trays of instruments for operating rooms and clinics.
- Maintained accurate records of all supplies received, stored, and distributed throughout the facility.
- Processed requisitions for medical equipment and supplies in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Certified Nursing Assistant
W.G.(Bill) Hefner Salisbury Medical VA Center
Slaisbury, NC
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
Surgical Technologist
Atrium Health Charlotte,NC
Charlotte, NC
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Prepared dressings or bandages, applying or assisting with application following surgery.
- Prepared patients for surgery by positioning on operating table and covering with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
- Set up equipment, tools and supplies for procedures and organize instruments as directed in surgeons' preference cards.
- Communicated effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, scrub techs., while performing duties in the OR environment.
- Provided assistance to surgeons during operations by passing instruments and other supplies.
Psychiatric Technician
Atrium Health Billingsley
Charlotte, NC
02.2014 - 11.2019
- Provided direct patient care and monitored patients' physical, mental, and emotional status.
- Assisted psychiatrists in the assessment of patient behavior and provided feedback to the treatment team.
- Administered oral medications following physician's prescriptions and instructions.
- Conducted intake interviews with new patients to complete forms, assess mental health condition or obtain treatment history.
- Collaborated with doctors, psychologists or therapists in working with patient treatments.
Logistics Specialist
United States Army/Reserve
Fort Gordon, Georgia
05.2008 - 06.2017
- Automated office operations, managed client correspondence and supplied record tracking and data communication services.
- Logged, processed and followed up on merchandise authorization shipments in databases.
- Aided senior leadership with report generation to utilize process improvements.
- Coordinated import and export operations, adhering to tight schedules and deadlines.
Instrument Technician
Atrium Health Mercy/Main Campus
Charlotte, NC
09.2014 - 11.2016
- Performed maintenance and repairs on a variety of process control instrumentation including transmitters, controllers, valves, switches, recorders and indicators.
- Set up and operated specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test or analyze performance of electronic components, assemblies or systems.
- Maintained system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment.
- Operated automated testing equipment to diagnose system failures or identify operational anomalies.
- Attended regular training sessions to stay up-to-date with current technologies related to instrumentation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Troy University
Troy, AL09-2012
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Augusta Technical College
Augusta, GA09-2005
High School Diploma -
Burke County High School
Waynesboro, GA06-1999
Skills
- Preparing for Surgeries
- Equipment Set up and Operation
- Surgical Assistance
- HIPAA Proficiency
- Aseptic and Sterilization Techniques
Affiliations
- Charlie Norwood Veterans Affairs, Award for volunteering over 400 hours, September 2012
- Orthopedic Surgery Mission, Nigeria, Africa 2015-2018
- Laparoscopic Surgery Mission, Nigeria, Africa 2018
- Orthopedic Surgery Mission, Tegucigalpa, Honduras 2017-2018
- Carolinas Breast Friends Volunteer, Breast Cancer Awareness, 2016-2022
- American Academy pf Physician Assistants Member
- Troy University Alumni Association
- Association of Surgical Technologist Member
- African Heritage Physician Caucus Member
- Association of American Medical Colleges Member
- American Medical Association Member
Accomplishments
- United States Army Achievement Medal, July 2016
- United States Army Component Achievement July 2011
- United States Army Combat Lifesaver Trained, August 2013
Timeline
Medical Supply Technician
W.G. (Bill)Hefner Salisbury VA Medical Center
12.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
W.G.(Bill) Hefner Salisbury Medical VA Center
07.2023 - 11.2023
Surgical Technologist
Atrium Health Charlotte,NC
12.2020 - 03.2021
Instrument Technician
Atrium Health Mercy/Main Campus
09.2014 - 11.2016
Psychiatric Technician
Atrium Health Billingsley
02.2014 - 11.2019
Logistics Specialist
United States Army/Reserve
05.2008 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Troy University
Diploma - Surgical Technology
Augusta Technical College
High School Diploma -
Burke County High School
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