Aurey Meeker
Winfield,IA
Summary
Dedicated Emergency Department Technician with a strong focus on patient assessment, emergency response, and teamwork. Successfully collaborated with nursing staff to enhance patient care and workflow efficiency in high-pressure environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Emergency Department Technician
Mercy Medical Center Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted healthcare professionals in patient assessment and vital sign monitoring.
- Operated medical equipment and maintained cleanliness in the emergency department.
- Supported patient transport to various departments within the medical facility.
- Prepared treatment areas and ensured availability of necessary supplies and instruments.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to prioritize patient care and workflow efficiency.
- Participated in training new staff members on department protocols and procedures.
- Implemented infection control protocols such as hand hygiene techniques before entering any patient room.
- Conducted triage assessments on incoming patients to determine priority of care based on severity of condition.
- Answered call lights promptly to provide comfort measures or assistance with basic needs such as toileting needs.
- Operated medical equipment such as monitors, IV pumps, oxygen tanks, suction machines, and other emergency devices.
- Monitored all supplies within the department to ensure that they are adequately stocked and available when needed.
- Monitored patients for signs of distress or decompensation and alerted staff of emergency situations.
- Received blood and bodily fluid samples and passed to employees
- Attended training to validate or refresh basic professional skills.
- Greeted, guided and offered assistance to patients and visitors.
- Restocked supplies and cleaned equipment between patients.
- Applied and educated patients on orthopedic devices like crutch walking.
- Assisted with fitting patients for casts, crutches and other medical devices.
- Performed EKGs on patients to monitor heart rate and rhythm as requested by physician or nurse.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by initiating life-saving procedures such as CPR according to policy guidelines.
CNA
Sunrise Terrace Care Center
Winfield, Iowa
08.2021 - 11.2025
- Assisted residents with daily personal care and hygiene tasks.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents and staff.
- Collaborated with team members to provide quality patient care.
- Documented care provided in resident charts accurately and promptly.
- Supported residents during meals, ensuring proper nutrition intake.
- Engaged residents in activities to promote mental and social well-being.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
Education
BSN - Nursing
Coe College
Cedar Rapids, IA05-2027
Associate Of Arts (AA) -
South Eastern Community College
Burlington, IA05-2024
High School Diploma -
Winfield Mt. Union High School
Winfield, IA05-2024
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Infection control protocols
- Team collaboration
- Vital sign monitoring
- Emergency response
- Trauma management
- Orthopedic splinting
- Equipment operation
- Time management
- Patient transport
- Mental health care
- Wound cleaning
- Replenishing supplies
- Seizure management
- Cardiac monitoring
- CPR
Certification
CNA
Accomplishments
Deans List 2024
Affiliations
Reading
Timeline
Emergency Department Technician
Mercy Medical Center Cedar Rapids
09.2024 - Current
CNA
Sunrise Terrace Care Center
08.2021 - 11.2025
BSN - Nursing
Coe College
Associate Of Arts (AA) -
South Eastern Community College
High School Diploma -
Winfield Mt. Union High School