Emely Casicana
Queens
Summary
Patient care associate with extensive experience in vital signs monitoring and EKG interpretation at NYC Health + Hospitals/Ellmhurst. Achieved significant improvements in patient safety through effective communication and collaboration. Committed to delivering compassionate care while adhering to HIPAA guidelines and infection control standards. Proven ability to provide high-quality care to diverse populations, emphasizing patient satisfaction.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Associate (PCA)
NYC HEALTH + HOSPITALS/ELMHURST
QUEENS
05.2023 - 04.2026
- Assists with the unit’s admission and discharge processes
- Establishes good interpersonal relationships with families/visitors and hospital staff.
- Reports vital information to all levels of the healthcare team, as needed.
- Conveys needed information to patients and visitors.
- Maintains good communication with co-workers for proper team functioning.
- Communicates pertinent patient observations to members of the health care team.
- Performs direct patient care as assigned for designated group of patients.
- Obtained and documented patient vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, respirations, pulse, weight, height) to support effective patient monitoring.
- Apprised Registered Nurse and health care team of significant changes in patient condition to ensure timely intervention.
- Ensured clear communication of written and verbal information to enhance understanding.
- Responds to patient requests and/or call light.
- Maintained safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients and families, adhering to hospital standards.
- Functions in an emergency situation as a team member with guidance from supervisory personnel.
- Assists with restrained patients according to established policy.
- Administered grade I and II decubitus care.
- Performs activities of daily living appropriate to the patient's condition.
- Uses proper body mechanics, obtains help and/or uses appropriate equipment when lifting, moving or transferring patients from bed to chair, putting them on stretchers and assisting them into wheelchairs.
- Performs delegated patient care procedures.
- Collected and labeled specimens, and conducted diagnostic tests according to established procedures.
- Performs phlebotomy procedures.
- Performed telemetry and electrocardiograms.
- Uses clinical knowledge in the care and management of patients based on diagnoses and the unit assigned.
PHLEMBOTOMIST
OLGAM LIFE DONATION PLASMA CENTER
BROOKLYN
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Executed safe and efficient venipuncture procedures, enhancing donor comfort and reducing anxiety through effective education.
- Promoted donor safety by assessing hydration, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring adherence to fluid intake guidelines before and after donation.
- Closely observed donors throughout plasmapheresis for signs of hypotension, dizziness, or citrate reactions and escalated concerns promptly to medical staff.
- Ensured accurate labeling of plasma collection bottles and specimens using two-identifier verification to prevent errors and maintain regulatory compliance.
- Maintained chain of custody and proper storage protocols for plasma units in accordance with FDA and facility standards.
- Practiced strict infection control measures, including aseptic technique, PPE compliance, and equipment sanitation.
- Collaborated with nursing and medical personnel to support quality assurance initiatives and uphold patient safety standards.
- PHONE NUMBER: 347- 924-7026
EKG/ Telemetry Technician
Maimonides Medical Center
Brooklyn
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Utilized Epic Electronic Health Record (EHR) to verify physician orders prior to performing 12-lead EKG procedures.
- Accurately documented completion of EKG tests and uploaded cardiac tracings into Epic for provider review.
- Reviewed patient medical history, allergies, and cardiac diagnoses within Epic to ensure safe and appropriate testing.
- Maintained HIPAA compliance while accessing and documenting protected health information in Epic.
- Applied and configured Holter monitors for continuous 24–48 hour cardiac rhythm monitoring.
- Educated patients on proper Holter monitor usage, electrode care, and symptom diary documentation.
- Ensured correct lead placement and signal quality to obtain accurate cardiac rhythm recordings.
- Retrieved and prepared Holter monitor data for physician interpretation and analysis.
- Recognized and promptly escalated critical dysrhythmias including ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation, atrial fibrillation with RVR, second- and third-degree AV blocks, ST-segment elevation/depression, and symptomatic bradycardia.
- Communicated urgent rhythm changes to RNs, rapid response teams, and providers, enabling timely interventions.
- Maintained continuous surveillance of telemetry monitors to identify trend changes and early signs of patient deterioration, enhancing patient safety.
- Utilized Epic Electronic Health Record (EHR) to verify physician orders, document completed procedures, and ensure accurate electronic reporting of cardiac data.
- Assisted during code blue events by providing real-time rhythm interpretation and supporting advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) interventions.
- Ensured strict adherence to HIPAA, OSHA, and infection control standards while handling sensitive patient information and cardiac equipment.
Education
Associates - HEALTH SCIENCE
BOROUGH OF MANHATTAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
01-2023
High School -
WILLIAMSBURG CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL
BROOKLYN, NY06-2021
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient vital signs
- Patient monitoring techniques
- Telemetry monitoring
- EKG interpretation
- EKG analysis
- Rhythm monitoring
- Phlebotomy procedures
- Aseptic technique
- Clinical documentation
- Patient documentation
- Safety compliance
- Safety protocols
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- HIPAA guidelines
- HIPAA guidelines
Certification
- BLS Certification, 07/23, 07/25, 08/25 - 08/27
- EKG Telemetry Technician + Phlebotomy Certified, Active, 2021
- Patient Care Associate Certification, Active, 2022
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Patient Care Associate (PCA)
NYC HEALTH + HOSPITALS/ELMHURST
05.2023 - 04.2026
PHLEMBOTOMIST
OLGAM LIFE DONATION PLASMA CENTER
08.2022 - 12.2023
EKG/ Telemetry Technician
Maimonides Medical Center
12.2021 - 01.2023
Associates - HEALTH SCIENCE
BOROUGH OF MANHATTAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE
High School -
WILLIAMSBURG CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL