Cristan Bankston
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) with nearly one year of experience as an Emergency Room Technician in a high-volume Level II Trauma Center. Experienced in providing compassionate, high-quality patient care while assisting physicians and nurses with emergency procedures. Skilled in patient assessment, vital signs, cardiac monitoring, 12-lead EKGs, phlebotomy, specimen collection, wound care, splinting, and emergency response. Participates in Code Blue resuscitations, performs high-quality CPR, and excels in fast-paced, high-acuity environments through teamwork, adaptability, and strong clinical judgement.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Technician II
Baton Rouge General Medical Center
Baton Rouge, USA
01.2026 - Current
- Provide direct patient care in a fast-paced Emergency Department treating patients of all ages and acuity levels.
- Obtain and document vital signs, patient histories, and ongoing assessments.
- Perform 12-lead EKGs and cardiac monitoring.
- Perform venipuncture for laboratory specimens and blood cultures using sterile technique.
- Perform straight catheterizations and assist with Foley catheter placement.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with trauma activations, orthopedic reductions, splinting, wound care, laceration repairs, pelvic exams, and emergency procedures to ensure timely and effective patient care.
- Responded to Code Blue situations by performing high-quality CPR and assisting during resuscitations.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, EMS crews, laboratory, and radiology staff.
Server
La Carreta Mexican Restaurant
Baton Rouge, USA
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Balanced multiple priorities while ensuring professionalism and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance guest satisfaction.
Server
Sombreros Mexican Restaurant
Walker, USA
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Resolved customer concerns to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Collaborated with team members to manage customer service during busy shifts.
- Trained new employees on customer service standards and daily operations to enhance team performance.
Delivery Driver
Waitr
Walker, USA
10.2020 - 08.2022
- Delivered food and beverages to customers in a timely manner.
- Ensured on-time deliveries while fostering positive customer interactions.
- Exhibited reliability and effective time management to resolve delivery challenges.
- Communicated with customers to confirm orders and address concerns.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
Education
Emergency Medical Technician Certification -
South Louisiana Community College
Baton Rouge, LA 08.2025 - 12.2026
Phlebotomy Certificate -
Baton Rouge Community College
Baton Rouge, LA 11.2019 - 01.2020
GED -
Livingston Parish Adult Education
Walker, LA 01.2017 - 08.2017
Skills
- Emergency Department Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- Vital Signs
- 12-Lead EKG Acquisition
- Cardiac Monitoring
- Phlebotomy & Venipuncture
- Blood Culture Collection
- Specimen Collection
- Straight Catheterization
- Foley Catheter Assistance
- Trauma Support
- Wound Care Assistance
- Splinting
- Code Blue Response
- High-Quality CPR
- Team Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Patient Advocacy
- Time management
Certification
- Louisiana Certified EMT
- Nationally Registered EMT (if current)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- CPR
- AED
Timeline
Emergency Room Technician II
Baton Rouge General Medical Center
01.2026 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician Certification -
South Louisiana Community College
08.2025 - 12.2026
Server
La Carreta Mexican Restaurant
08.2024 - 04.2025
Server
Sombreros Mexican Restaurant
10.2022 - 12.2023
Delivery Driver
Waitr
10.2020 - 08.2022
Phlebotomy Certificate -
Baton Rouge Community College
11.2019 - 01.2020
GED -
Livingston Parish Adult Education
01.2017 - 08.2017