Catherine Branon

• Compassionate Cardiology Technician with 14 years of experience. Conducting treadmill and chemical stress tests provided continuous 12 lead monitoring , blood pressure, and o2 , and condition of patient and their safety .
• Participated in training to maintain technical expertise and proficiency on applicable equipment.
• Adjusted or modified equipment to enhance equipment performance or to respond to customer requests.
• Cleaned, maintained and properly stocked company vehicle to prepare for required duties.
• Updated logs and job reports for completed and pending service calls at shift end.
• Trained customers on proper operation, maintenance, and safety of newly installed equipment.
• Completed scheduled appointments on time to drive quality service.

• Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
• Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
• Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.

Also worked in Dyer .

• Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
• Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
• Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
• Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
• Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
• Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
• Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
• Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
• Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
• Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
• Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
• Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
• Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
• Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
• Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
• Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.