Hi, I’m
REGINA SINGLETON
Fairburn,GA
Summary
Passionate Emergency Department Technician possessing expert knowledge of medical terminology and medical equipment operations. Offering 12-year background providing assistance in routine patient care and administrative support activities in emergency department. Trustworthy and responsible professional comfortable working in fast-paced environment and adapting quickly to changes.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
ER Technician/Surgical Technologist
01.2022 - 11.2023
Job overview
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Administered basic wound care, insertion of Foley catheters and nasogastric tubes.
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
- Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records.
- Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments.
- Maintained clean and sanitary environment in emergency department to meet hygiene measures.
- Liaised between nurses, physicians, patients and visitors.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Assisted in preparation and maintenance of patient charts, documenting all care given.
- Inserted peripheral IVs and administered non-medication IV fluids.
- Provided triage, first-aid and referral to outside medical providers during workplace injury or medical emergency.
- Supported patients and family members, actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate care.
- Disinfected tools, equipment and surfaces between patients.
- Answered patient inquiries and provided information about healthcare services.
- Took and recorded patients' vital signs, documenting in medical charts.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation on time and to specifications.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to provide patients with comprehensive care.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Cleaned and set up rooms in preparation for patient appointments.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits and treatments in patient medical files.
- Prepared and delivered meals to patients, assisting with feeding when necessary.
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further testing.
- Supported office operations by expertly handling administrative needs.
- Transported patients to and from appointments, assisting with getting in and out of vehicles.
- Administered medications and injections as directed by healthcare professionals.
- Inspected equipment for defects and completed basic repairs.
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
Surgical Technologist
07.2021 - 04.2023
Job overview
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines.
- Created and maintained unobstructed operative fields using diverse range of tools.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Provided comprehensive support to surgeons specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement, spine, and orthopedic trauma treatment.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
- Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
- Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
- Transported patients to and from surgeries to promote timely operating room turnover.
- Provided wound care post-operatively to promote healing and reduce risk of infections.
- Educated patients on expected side effects and discomfort levels post-surgery.
Grady Memorial Hospital
Surgical Technologist
09.2019 - 11.2022
Job overview
- Setup operating and surgery rooms by preparing equipment and supplies for upcoming procedures.
- Maintained high infection control standards.
- Delivered exemplary assistance and support to surgeons during general, gynecological, orthopedic, neurological, and plastic surgery procedures.
- Evaluated procedure needs and set up equipment, tools, supplies, and instruments.
- Maintained daily workflow, coordinating with operating room staff to prepare for scheduled and emergency cases.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines.
- Created and maintained unobstructed operative fields using diverse range of tools.
- Managed operating room setup by cleaning and sterilizing instruments and surfaces, maintaining supply inventories, and organizing surgical tools.
- Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding operating room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
- Operated, adjusted, and monitored diagnostic equipment and other machines used during procedures.
- Maintained specialty equipment, implant, and instrumentation inventories.
- Decontaminated, cleaned, assembled, packaged, sterilized, stored, and distributed reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Supported surgeons during cosmetic surgeries, gynecological and orthopedic procedures and general appointments.
- Provided comprehensive support to surgeons specializing in sports medicine, total joint replacement, spine, and orthopedic trauma treatment.
- Passed instruments and supplies to surgical team members to provide surgeons with necessary tools to complete procedures.
- Gathered and set up equipment, tools, and supplies and arrange instruments according to surgeons' preferences or instruction.
- Reduced infection risks and protected patients by maintaining sterile fields during procedures.
- Positioned patients and set up drapes to create comfortable surgical environment for patients.
- Handled and prepared specimens for laboratory analysis to provide surgeons with relevant information.
- Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
North Florida Medical Centers
ER Technician/OR Patient Care Technician
02.2009 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
- Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records.
- Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments.
- Maintained clean and sanitary environment in emergency department to meet hygiene measures.
- Liaised between nurses, physicians, patients and visitors.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Assisted in preparation and maintenance of patient charts, documenting all care given.
- Inserted peripheral IVs and administered non-medication IV fluids.
- Provided triage, first-aid and referral to outside medical providers during workplace injury or medical emergency.
- Disinfected tools, equipment and surfaces between patients.
- Answered patient inquiries and provided information about healthcare services.
- Took and recorded patients' vital signs, documenting in medical charts.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation on time and to specifications.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to provide patients with comprehensive care.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Cleaned and set up rooms in preparation for patient appointments.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits and treatments in patient medical files.
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further testing.
- Provided family members with general health education and tips for patient care.
- Transported patients to and from appointments, assisting with getting in and out of vehicles.
- Scheduled patients for appointments and maintained master calendar.
Education
Florida Gateway CollegeLake City, FL
Associate of Science from Nursing Education
06.2010
Columbia High SchoolLake City, FL
GED
06.1983
Skills
- Patient Registration
- Patient Transport
- Sanitizing Procedures
- Orthopedic Splint Application
- Phlebotomy Procedures
- Collecting Medical Samples
- Airway Management
- Patient Health Education
- Regulatory Compliance
- Orthopedic Fitting
- Wound Care
- 12-Lead EKG Monitoring
- Phlebotomy
- Patient Admissions
- CPR
- Medical Terminology
- Basic Patient Care
- Technical Support
- Aseptic Techniques
- Cardiac Monitoring
- Transportation Coordination
- Information Documentation
- Measuring and Monitoring Vitals
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- Surgical Technician
- EKG TECH
- PHLEBOTOMIST
Timeline
ER Technician/Surgical Technologist
U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs
01.2022 - 11.2023
Surgical Technologist
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
07.2021 - 04.2023
Surgical Technologist
Grady Memorial Hospital
09.2019 - 11.2022
ER Technician/OR Patient Care Technician
North Florida Medical Centers
02.2009 - 03.2022
Florida Gateway College
Associate of Science from Nursing Education
Columbia High School
GED
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