Crystal Jennings
Waxahachie,TX
Summary
Ambitious student pursuing Bachelor's degree in Nursing, eager to contribute developed knowledge in Healthcare role. Skilled in IV placement and Catheters in Critical and stable settings. Adaptable and driven with strong work ethic and ability to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IV Technician
IV Nutrition
Dallas, TX
11.2020 - 11.2022
- Prepared and compounded IV therapy bags, verifying accuracy of dosage, side effects, interactions.
- Managed opening and closing duties for IV Clinic such as Stocking and cleaning facilities, along with verifying nutrients and efficacy of supplies.
- Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, regarding drugs, potential side effects and specified use in conjunction with IV therapies.
- Placement of peripheral IV catheters for IV therapy, charting of patient therapies and nutrients during treatments.
- Answering of phone and client admissions upon entry of clinic.
Critical Care Emergency Tech
Children's Medical Center
Dallas, TX
07.2014 - 01.2021
- Provided direct care in critical care units, including IVs, Catheters, and difficult sticks on units.
- Treated patients with broad range of diagnoses ranging from sepsis, renal failure, diabetic ketoacidosis, pulmonary embolism, myocardial infarction, pneumonia, acute respiratory distress syndrome, congestive heart failure and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
- Assessed patients, documented observations and reviewed patient charts to determine care needs.
- Administered care to Critical patients, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, dehydration and chronically ill patients.
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Emergency Room Technician
Charlton Methodist Hospital
Dallas, TX
10.2008 - 02.2015
- Monitored diagnostic medical equipment to measure and observe various aspects of patient's health.
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
- Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
- Stocked and replenished patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
- Monitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
- Collected blood and urine samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
- Took blood pressure measurements and reported to nurse or physician if above or below normal levels.
- Adhered to local, state and federal guidelines and accrediting agency regulations.
- Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.
- Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Bachelors of Nursing
Navarro College
Corsicana, TXSkills
- Peripheral IV catheters
- Blood draws and specimen collection
- Catheters
- Treating Critical and stable patients
- Taking Vitals
- Customer service
- Team building
- Supervision in training of new hire staff
- First Aid/CPR
- Project organization in interdepartmental groups
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Registered Dental Assist
- CPR certified/ Healthcare Provider
Timeline
IV Technician
IV Nutrition
11.2020 - 11.2022
Critical Care Emergency Tech
Children's Medical Center
07.2014 - 01.2021
Emergency Room Technician
Charlton Methodist Hospital
10.2008 - 02.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Bachelors of Nursing
Navarro College
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