Gina Adaska
Ennis,TX
Summary
Patient-focused professional offers support in critical care, pre-op, medical-surgical and post-op cases in medical center environments. Delivers customized education to patients of diverse conditions and backgrounds. Excellent decision-making, time management and communication skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Baylor Heart And Vascular Hospital
Dallas , TX
10.2022 - Current
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Communicated with patients their understanding and explanation of cardiovascular procedures.
- Prepped patients following procedural requirements.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Patient Care Technician
Baylor University Medical Center
Dallas , TX
05.2021 - 10.2022
- Unit- Colorectal/Urology
- Vital signs, Intake/Output charted and communicated to nurse. Abnormalities in condition, blood pressure, urine and drain output immediately reported to nurse.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Patient Care Technician
Loyola University Medical Center
Maywood, Illinois
10.1998 - 05.2021
- Unit-Trauma-Surgical Intensive Care Unit
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
- Maintained inventory levels of stock items, supplies and equipment to foster smooth and cost-effective unit operations.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate assistance to staff.
Education
Associate of Science - Science
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL05-2017
Skills
- EKG administration
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient documentation
- Time management
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
ACLS/BLS Certification
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Baylor Heart And Vascular Hospital
10.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Baylor University Medical Center
05.2021 - 10.2022
Patient Care Technician
Loyola University Medical Center
10.1998 - 05.2021
Associate of Science - Science
College of DuPage