Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
Performed blood gas analysis, using blood gas analyzing and centrifuge equipment to monitor and determine carbon dioxide, sodium, pH and oxygen saturation in patients.
Assisted with transports of invasively monitored O.R. and I.C.U. patients.
Followed infection control procedures to maintain cleanliness of anesthesia monitors and apparatuses.
Accessed and reviewed safety data sheets (SDS) of hazardous materials and latex allergy items used in anesthetizing location.
Operated invasive hemodynamic monitoring equipment, intubation bronchoscopes and ultrasonic scanning devices under direction of licensed anesthesia provider.
Adjusted and monitored injectable and inhaled anesthesia and sedation by thoroughly assessing vitals and health of patients.
Maintained sterile anesthesia supplies within expiration date.
Assisted anesthesia personnel with insertion and setup of temporary pacemakers, catheters, invasive monitoring lines and central lines for hemodynamic monitoring.
Provided airway management interventions, tracheal intubation, and ventilatory support.
Positioned patients to achieve properly support for spinals, epidurals and other procedures.
Scheduled repairs for malfunctioning equipment and kept accurate records of all medical components and machines for optimal efficiency.
Provided high level of support and assistance to physicians and nursing staff.
Secretary
American Gasser Hot Rod Shop
02.2023 - 06.2023
Answered multi-line phone system and greeted callers enthusiastically.
Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.
Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing and filing documents.
Completed accurate daily report documents, memos and invoices.
Entered data into Excel system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
Anesthesia Technician
Covenant Health Systems
04.2011 - 02.2023
Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
Performed blood gas analysis, using blood gas analyzing and centrifuge equipment to monitor and determine carbon dioxide, sodium, pH and oxygen saturation in patients.
Assisted with transports of invasively monitored O.R. and I.C.U. patients.
Followed infection control procedures to maintain cleanliness of anesthesia monitors and apparatuses.
Accessed and reviewed safety data sheets (SDS) of hazardous materials and latex allergy items used in anesthetizing location.
Operated invasive hemodynamic monitoring equipment, intubation bronchoscopes and ultrasonic scanning devices under direction of licensed anesthesia provider.
Adjusted and monitored injectable and inhaled anesthesia and sedation by thoroughly assessing vitals and health of patients.
Maintained sterile anesthesia supplies within expiration date.
Assisted anesthesia personnel with insertion and setup of temporary pacemakers, catheters, invasive monitoring lines and central lines for hemodynamic monitoring.
Provided airway management interventions, tracheal intubation, and ventilatory support.
Positioned patients to achieve properly support for spinals, epidurals and other procedures.
Scheduled repairs for malfunctioning equipment and kept accurate records of all medical components and machines for optimal efficiency.
Provided high level of support and assistance to physicians and nursing staff in surgical facility.
Managed proper administration of prescribed anesthetics to patients ahead of surgical procedures.
Verified availability of operating room supplies, medications and gases.
Handled emergency situations by stepping in to perform CPR on patients until anesthesiologist arrived.
Obtained detailed health history from each patient and conducted physical examinations to calculate exact dosages prior to anesthetic administration.
Pretested and calibrated anesthesia delivery systems and monitors.
Nursing Care Assistant
Covenant Health Systems
03.2001 - 04.2011
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.