Brindalen Bloxham
Tahlequah,OK
Summary
Dedicated Healthcare Professional experienced in patient care within emergency settings. Achieved effective patient monitoring and support for medical teams through certification as EMT and CNA. Focused on advancing knowledge in patient care and emergency protocols through continuous education and training.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
ER Technician
Hastings Hospital
Tahlequah, OK
10.2024 - Current
- Facilitated emergency care by assisting medical staff with patient treatment and procedures.
- Prepared and maintained medical equipment for urgent procedures.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Collaborated with nurses to ensure timely treatment of critical cases.
- Enhanced triage processes by promptly assessing patient conditions upon arrival to prioritize care.
- Operated a variety of diagnostic equipment such as EKGs, oxygen saturation monitors, blood pressure cuffs, glucometers and pulse oximeters.
- Responded quickly to emergencies by utilizing appropriate assessment techniques, triage protocols and stabilization measures.
- Provided emergency life-saving measures for cardiac arrest, respiratory failure, and shock victims.
Medication Aide/Assistant
Muskogee County Jail
Muskogee, OK
- Pass prescribed medication to inmates, monitor glucose levels & administer insulin when needed.
- Assist Doctor with in-clinic procedures.
- Take Vital Signs, do wound care, triage new intakes, draw lab work when needed, handle emergency situations accordingly.
- Maintained inmate privacy.
ER Tech
Saint Francis Emergency Room
Muskogee, OK
- Connect patient to monitors in ER, do EKG's, draw lab work, do bladder scans, perform CPR, provide hygiene care for patient's, transport patients from ER to ICU, or Med-Surg.
- Place external catheters on patient's, provide comfort and care for patient while maintaining patient privacy.
Dental Assistant
Cherokee Nation Outpatient Health Center
Tahlequah, OK
- Seat Patient, take vitals signs, take Dental X-Rays, provide care and comfort for patient, assist the Doctor and Hygienist in setting up the Operatory for procedures.
- I have experience in the Operating Room while patient's were sedated.
- I also worked in pediatrics.
- I am certified to take dental X-Rays, and perform Coronal Polishing on patient's.
Education
Certified Dental Assistant - Oklahoma Dental Board
Dental Care
Tahlequah, OK 04.2023 - 12.2024
EMT - Cherokee Nation EMS Training
EMT Certified
Tahlequah, OK 03.2024 - 10.2024
High School Diploma -
Muskogee High School
Long Term Nurse Aide Certification -
ICTC
Skills
- Patient Care
- Patient Privacy
- Draw Blood
- Dental X-Rays
- CPR
- Epic
- Vital Signs
- Chairside Assisting
- HIPAA
- Pediatrics
- Infection Control
- Administering Injections
- Emergency care
- Team collaboration
- Patient transport
- Privacy maintenance
- Effective communication
- Care coordination
Timeline
ER Technician
Hastings Hospital
10.2024 - Current
EMT - Cherokee Nation EMS Training
EMT Certified
03.2024 - 10.2024
Certified Dental Assistant - Oklahoma Dental Board
Dental Care
04.2023 - 12.2024
Dental Assistant
Cherokee Nation Outpatient Health Center
ER Tech
Saint Francis Emergency Room
Medication Aide/Assistant
Muskogee County Jail
High School Diploma -
Muskogee High School
Long Term Nurse Aide Certification -
ICTC