Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nurse Technician
Covenant Medical Center
02.2021 - Current
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Ophthalmologist Technician
TTUHSC Ophthalmologist Department
08.2017 - 02.2020
Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
Conducted Goldman and Humphrey Visual Field Testing as part of overall vision evaluation.
Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
Used Lensometer to measure and record lens power of existing prescriptive spectacles.
Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans.
Conducted tonometry testing to measure pressure inside patient's eye to determine presence of glaucoma
Directed patients to exam rooms for initial evaluations and intake to aide physicians with carrying out efficient appointments.
Optometric Technician
Schneider Eyes
08.2009 - 08.2017
Helped patients with selecting and ordering glasses or contact lenses to encourage informed decisions.
Input patient information and exam findings into electronic medical records system to facilitate accurate record-keeping.
Instructed patients on contact lens insertion and removal and lens care guidelines.
Coordinated patient scheduling, monitored patient flow throughout office and properly communicated delays.
Assisted with dilating patients or using eye medications when directed by optometrist.
Conducted pretest procedures to gather data before exam and make eye appointments more efficient and productive.
Assisted with insurance questions, eligibility, and prior authorizations of medications and glasses.
Managed administrative duties with phone reception, appointment scheduling and payment processing.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
South Plains College
Levelland, TX
12-2024
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School
Lubbock, TX
05-2005
Skills
Healthcare Team Collaboration
Bedside manner
Physical assessments
Compassionate Care
Comfort care
Vital signs monitoring
Patient Care
Timeline
Certified Nurse Technician
Covenant Medical Center
02.2021 - Current
Ophthalmologist Technician
TTUHSC Ophthalmologist Department
08.2017 - 02.2020
Optometric Technician
Schneider Eyes
08.2009 - 08.2017
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
South Plains College
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt High School
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