Catherine Gutierrez
Marshalltown,IA
Summary
Dedicated Culinary Professional experienced in food preparation and maintaining kitchen hygiene. Achieved enhanced kitchen efficiency through strong teamwork and commitment to sanitation standards. Focused on delivering high-quality care and support in both culinary and healthcare environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Unity point Marshalltown
Marshalltown, IA
05.2025 - 03.2026
- Monitored patient conditions and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Assisted nurses with vital signs, hygiene, and daily patient care at UnityPoint Marshalltown.
- Supported patient transfers, repositioning, and mobility using safe body mechanics.
- Documented care tasks accurately in electronic health records and unit charts.
- Collaborated with UnityPoint Marshalltown care teams during admissions, discharges, and routine rounds.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Responded to patient requests with calm, respectful bedside manner, enhancing patient comfort.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for patients. by following infection control policies.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing, and exercising, fostering a supportive care environment.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Collected specimens and prepared samples for lab processing and documentation.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
Kitchen Staff Member
Casey's
Marshalltown, IA, IA
02.2024 - 11.2024
- Maintained clean, organized workspace to ensure compliance with hygiene standards and uphold food safety.
- Kept workspaces clean and free of trash, supporting a safe and productive environment.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Fostered positive workplace culture through teamwork, open communication, and dedication to excellence.
- Contributed to positive workplace culture through strong teamwork, open communication, and a commitment to excellence.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marshalltown High School
Marshalltown, IASkills
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs
- Vital monitoring
- Patient safety protocols
- Infection control practices
- Patient allergy management
- Patient transport
- Bed preparation
- Safety inspections
- Workstation organization
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
Languages
- Spanish
- English
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Unity point Marshalltown
05.2025 - 03.2026
Kitchen Staff Member
Casey's
02.2024 - 11.2024
High School Diploma -
Marshalltown High School