Crystal Pruitt
Allen Park,MI
Summary
I am a mother and a wife, I completed MA school in 2018 and realized I wanted to further my education. I started with the PN program and finished now I’m planning on going back for RN. I’ve wanted to be a nurse since I was a little girl, I’ve had a few bad experiences with family members and nurses and that pushed me even more to thrive and be a great nurse. I will always advocate for my patients and treat them as if they was my own family. I’m looking forward to being a great nurse.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
ICU Technician
Trinity Health
Livonia, Michigan
10.2022 - Current
- Responded quickly and calmly during emergencies or crisis situations within the ICU unit.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure best patient outcomes.
- Assisted with intubations, chest tubes, central lines, arterial lines and other invasive procedures.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times for both patients and their families.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess patient status and responded promptly to any changes or alarms.
- Maintained cleanliness standards within the ICU unit according to established policies.
- Monitored changes in patient conditions using various equipment such as EKG machines.
- Observed and recorded vital signs and reported changes to physicians or nurses.
Dermatology Medical Assistant
Advanced Dermatology Center
Livonia, Michigan
04.2018 - 12.2021
- Prepared the exam room prior to patient visits by sterilizing instruments and stocking supplies.
- Ensured a safe environment at all times by monitoring infection control standards.
- Instructed patients on proper skincare techniques and provided education regarding skin diseases.
- Organized medical charts prior to provider review; entered notes into EHR system accordingly.
- Administered injections of medications prescribed by the physician according to protocol.
- Maintained accurate medical records for all patient visits using electronic health records software.
- Performed patient intake, including taking vital signs, medical history, and insurance information.
- Provided support to the dermatology team by answering phones, responding to emails, filing paperwork.
- Ordered lab tests for patients and collected specimens for analysis when necessary.
- Conducted follow-up calls with patients after their visit to ensure satisfaction with care received.
- Communicated effectively with other healthcare professionals regarding patient care plans.
- Reviewed laboratory results with physicians prior to informing the patient of findings.
- Assisted dermatologists in examining patients and performing minor procedures such as skin biopsies, suture removal, and cryotherapy.
- Scheduled appointments for patients with dermatologists or other healthcare providers as needed.
- Processed prescription requests from physicians and pharmacies while adhering to state regulations.
- Managed inventory of office supplies and medical equipment; ordered new items as needed.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Oversaw patient registration, insurance verification, form completion and appointment scheduling to maintain operational efficiency.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
- Supported administrative staff by processing payments.
Emergency Room Technician
Henry Ford Hospital
Dearborn, Michigan
02.2019 - 09.2021
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as intubations, chest tube insertions and central line placements.
- Monitored patient conditions and communicated changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Provided patient care by taking vital signs, inserting IVs, drawing blood and administering medications.
- Administered oxygen therapy, wound dressings and splinting and casting per physician orders.
- Managed the flow of patients through triage to ensure timely access to medical care.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to code blue calls in order to provide effective lifesaving measures.
- Prepared rooms for incoming patients by ensuring that necessary equipment was available.
- Transported patients from the ER to other departments or units throughout the hospital as needed.
- Assisted with resuscitation efforts in life-threatening situations such as cardiac arrest or trauma cases.
- Maintained supplies in the Emergency Room including stocking shelves and disposing of outdated or expired items.
- Provided emotional support to family members during a crisis situation or at end-of-life stages of care.
- Monitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
- Safely transferred patients to wheelchair or stretchers for transportation to other departments.
- Coordinated with nurses to assess and prepare patients for tests and medical procedures.
- Stocked and replenished patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
- Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
- Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
- Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.
- Applied and educated patients on orthopedic devices like crutch walking.
- Took blood pressure measurements and reported to nurse or physician if above or below normal levels.
- Triaged patients to award priority to patients with more severe complications.
- Maintained compliance with HIPAA protocols to safeguard patient privacy.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Supported nursing staff in day-to-day operations.
- Received blood and bodily fluid samples and passed to employees
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing
Dorsey College
Woodhaven 12-2023
Skills
- Airway Monitoring
- Seizure Precaution
- Foley Care
- Foley insertion and removal
- Blood work
- EKG
- Specimen Preparation
- Sanitation Procedures
- Antigen typing tests
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Phlebotomy functions
- Biohazard Waste Disposal
- Sterilization techniques
- Specimen handling
- Patient interaction
- Patient care documentation
- Patient Monitoring
- Maintaining inventory
- Specimen Collection
- Direct Patient Care
- POC testing glucose, strep, and Covid
- Suture removal
- BLS
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Vital signs monitoring
Timeline
ICU Technician
Trinity Health
10.2022 - Current
Emergency Room Technician
Henry Ford Hospital
02.2019 - 09.2021
Dermatology Medical Assistant
Advanced Dermatology Center
04.2018 - 12.2021
Licensed Practical Nursing
Dorsey College