Duduzile (Dee) Mangena
Houston,TX
Summary
A highly accomplished and driven ER Tech with hands-on clinical experience, interested in a position which will allow further growth and development while providing exceptional patient care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ER Technician
HCA North Cypress/Copperfield
Houston, TX
08.2022 - Current
- Provided patient care and monitored vital signs.
- Performed venipuncture, arterial puncture and IV insertion.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality patient care.
- Maintained accurate records of patient data, treatments and medications.
- Provided emergency life-saving measures as needed for cardiac arrest, respiratory failure and shock victims.
- Operated a variety of diagnostic equipment such as EKG's, oxygen saturation monitors, blood pressure cuffs, glucometers and pulse oximeters.
- Responded quickly to emergencies by utilizing appropriate assessment techniques, triage protocols and stabilization measures.
- Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
- Conducted patient assessments under supervision of staff nurses and physicians.
- Filled in for unit secretaries, preparing paperwork and obtaining payments when needed.
- Maintained compliance with HIPAA protocols to safeguard patient privacy.
ER Tech and Unit Coordinator
Memorial Hermann Memorial Sugarland Hospital
Houston, TX
01.2015 - 08.2022
- Worked alongside ER doctors, registered nurses, and case managers as a first-line caregiver in a modern hospital setting to provide the best care possible for patients
- Drew blood for testing, started IVs, and helped set up any equipment in an exam room providing a more efficient environment
- Performed EKGs, splint, CPR when required to help doctors
- Assisted in coordinating and transferring patients within the hospital and different facilities as to avoid congestion of the ER
- Assisted the unit as a coordinator, calling and paging doctors so as to cut down patient wait time
- Also coordinated with house supervisor in admitting and securing beds for patients to avoid confusion.
- Assisted in the development of unit policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation for all patients in the unit.
- Provided support and guidance to nursing staff on patient care issues.
- Coordinated patient transfers between units and other facilities.
- Responded to patient call lights quickly and expedited appropriate follow-through.
Mental Health Tech, Intake Coordinator
St. Joseph Medical Center
Houston, TX
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Provided direct care to patients with psychiatric disorders under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
- Reported to Charge Nurse any observed changes in condition or behavior of patients and unusual incidents
- Monitored hallways, answered patient call lights, anticipated patient needs, and made rounds to assigned patients
- Obtained and recorded Vital Signs and immediately alerted the Charge Nurse of critical VS
- Maintained a safe, orderly, and therapeutic physical environment for patients
- Executed patient de-escalation methods both verbal and physical and set firm limits when safety issues are involved
- Ensured patient location logs, 1:1, and status-based check sheets are completed on a continuous basis.
- Coordinated the intake process for new clients, including scheduling initial assessments and providing necessary paperwork.
- Maintained accurate records of client intakes in electronic database system.
Trauma Tech II/ Mental Health Tech
Ben Taub General Hospital
Houston, TX
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Assisted in triaging patients in the ER and psych intake departments
- Obtained Vital Signs, blood samples, and EKG's as needed
- Performed assigned tasks in the ER as well as Psych intake and other areas of the facility as assigned
- Inserted and removed IV's and Foley's
- Monitored and documented patient intake and output into the hospital system
- Served as a preceptor and resource person for physicians, nurses, and patients on the unit
- Provided support to physicians, nurses, patients, family members, and other medical staff
- Answered patient call lights and intercom system to determine patient needs
- Assisted patients with ADL's as needed.
- Performed patient assessments, including vital signs and physical examinations.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes to physicians.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations and provided appropriate interventions.
- Performed CPR and other life-saving techniques when necessary.
Education
Associate in Science -
Houston Community College
01.2006
Skills
- IV Insertion
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Diagnostic Testing
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Airway Management
- Patient Transport
- Pediatric Care
- Patient Registration
- Sanitizing Procedures
- Seizure Management
- Phlebotomy
- Admissions and Discharge Processes
- Venipuncture
- CPR
- Cardiac Monitoring
- EKG Interpretation and Monitoring
- Basic Life Support Certified
Certification
- EMT
- CNA
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
ER Technician
HCA North Cypress/Copperfield
08.2022 - Current
ER Tech and Unit Coordinator
Memorial Hermann Memorial Sugarland Hospital
01.2015 - 08.2022
Mental Health Tech, Intake Coordinator
St. Joseph Medical Center
01.2013 - 01.2015
Trauma Tech II/ Mental Health Tech
Ben Taub General Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2013
Associate in Science -
Houston Community College
- EMT
- CNA
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