Arlene Dominguez
El Centro,CA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
El Centro Regional Medical Center
10.2021 - Current
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Responded to emergency situations to help with lifting and transporting patients.
- Apply splints
- Perform EKGs
- Setting for procedure like central lines, lumbar punctures, sutures, etc
Nurse Assistant/Unit Secretary
Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District
12.2015 - 10.2021
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Nurse Assistant
Imperial Heights Healthcare & Wellness Center
03.2015 - 12.2015
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Education
Technical Degree - Patient Care Technician
Kaplan College
San Diego, CA03.2014
Associate of Science - General Science
Imperial Valley College
Imperial, CA05.2012
Skills
- Feeding Assistance
- Patient Positioning Understanding
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Vitals Documentation
- Equipment Disinfection
- Patient Safety
- Monitoring Patient Conditions
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
El Centro Regional Medical Center
10.2021 - Current
Nurse Assistant/Unit Secretary
Pioneers Memorial Healthcare District
12.2015 - 10.2021
Nurse Assistant
Imperial Heights Healthcare & Wellness Center
03.2015 - 12.2015
Technical Degree - Patient Care Technician
Kaplan College
Associate of Science - General Science
Imperial Valley College