Caitlin McDermott
San Marcos,Texas
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Certified Patient Care Technician with extensive experience at Ascension Seton Hays. Proven expertise in airway management and trauma resuscitation, complemented by strong interpersonal skills. Successfully supported high-acuity patients, enhancing recovery outcomes through effective care and collaboration with nursing staff. Committed to maintaining safety and comfort in critical environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Patient Care/Trauma Technician
Ascension Seton Hays
Kyle, TX
11.2021 - 03.2026
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Delivered care to a varied patient population with heavy acuity conditions at a stroke, STEMI and level II trauma center.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions accurately.
- Supported daily living activities for patients.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and medical equipment.
- Collected specimens for laboratory tests and preformed IV cannulation and phlebotomy.
Research and Development Lab Technician
University of Houston
Houston, TX
09.2015 - 05.2017
- Developed and implemented experimental protocols for various research projects.
- Conducted data analysis using statistical software to ensure research accuracy.
- Coordinated laboratory activities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices.
- Mentored junior technicians in laboratory techniques and equipment operation.
- Collaborated with researchers to design experiments that met project objectives effectively.
- Maintained inventory of laboratory supplies, optimizing procurement processes for efficiency.
- Presented findings at departmental meetings, contributing to strategic research discussions.
PACU/Day Surgery Volunteer
Valley Baptist Medical Center
Harlingen
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Facilitated patient recovery by assisting with activities of daily living post-surgery.
- Transported patients to other departments and assisted with discharge.
- Transferred patients in beds, stretchers and wheelchairs.
Education
Biology
University of Houston
Houston, TXSkills
- Orthopedic splinting
- Preparation and assistance with invasive bedside trauma procedures
- Airway management
- Wound care/Hemostatic dressing application and technique
- ACLS and trauma resuscitation experience
- Cardiac monitoring
- Stroke management
- Spinal immobilization
- Intravenous access
- Phlebotomy procedures
- Specimen collection/foley insertion
- Foreign body removal
- Dementia care
- Behavioral health/constant observation
- EKG
Timeline
Certified Patient Care/Trauma Technician
Ascension Seton Hays
11.2021 - 03.2026
Research and Development Lab Technician
University of Houston
09.2015 - 05.2017
PACU/Day Surgery Volunteer
Valley Baptist Medical Center
08.2013 - 08.2014
Biology
University of Houston