Carla Mares
Pena Blanca,New Mexico
Summary
Dedicated and self-motivated PCT with experience at Lovelace Medical Center, excelling in patient care and teamwork. Recognized for problem-solving abilities and strong organizational skills, effectively supporting surgical teams while fostering a friendly environment. Committed to continuous improvement and enhancing patient experiences through compassionate service and critical thinking.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
PCT 4th Med Surg
UNMH (SRMC)
3001 Broadmoor Blvd NE, Rio Rancho, NM 87144
05.2020 - Current
- Tend to ill and injured patients under the supervision of doctors and nurses.
- Duties to include taking vital signs, collecting specimens, assisting patients with personal hygiene and grooming, assist patients with eating and ambulating. Also assisting the nurses with catheterization, and womb dressing changes and advice the nurse to any change or decline in the patients health.
- Charting all needed documentation needed on a daily basis for each individual patient.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
PCT
Lovelace Medical Center
601 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE, Alb, NM 87102
11.2014 - 05.2020
- Tend to surgical and injured individuals under the supervision of doctors, nurses and medical professionals.
- Duties include taking vitals signs, collecting specimens, vein punctures for blood draws, assist in performing catheterizations, 12 lead EKG's, assisting patients with ambulating, eating, personal hygiene and grooming.
- Assist nurses and doctors with womb care dressing changes.
- Lead preceptor for student PCT's from CNM, Carrington college and new hire employees.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Site Manager
Sandoval County
HWY 22 Pena Blanca, NM 87041
09.1995 - 05.2011
- Conducted regular site meetings with team members, fostering open communication channels for efficient problem-solving and progress updates.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication of project updates and prompt resolution of concerns or issues.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Interviewed, hired, and trained new workers.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Created weekly and monthly reports and presentations for management team.
- Inspected cleanliness of common areas and offices.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bernalillo High School
Bernalillo, NM05-1981
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
PCT 4th Med Surg
UNMH (SRMC)
05.2020 - Current
PCT
Lovelace Medical Center
11.2014 - 05.2020
Site Manager
Sandoval County
09.1995 - 05.2011
High School Diploma -
Bernalillo High School