Giovanni Mendez
South Gate,CA
Summary
Passionate Emergency Department Technician possessing expert knowledge of medical terminology and medical equipment operations. Offering 5-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. Currently in Nursing school with an expected graduation date with BSN in April 2023.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
ER Technician
Martin Luther King Jr Hospital
Los Angeles, CA
01.2017 - Current
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- 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.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Liaised between nurses, physicians, patients, and visitors.
Rescue Technician
Total Safety Inc
Signal Hill, CA
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Conducted thorough tests and inspections of gear, equipment and tools to stay ready for every type of fire.
- Prepared incident reports detailing personnel, location and results of each call.
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
- Participated in confined space training exercises and in-class training to improve confined space knowledge.
- Low-angle and High-angle rescue certified
- Atmospheric monitoring
EMT
Ameripride Ambulance
Gardena, CA
05.2013 - 03.2014
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
EMT
American Professional Ambulance
Van Nuys, CA
12.2012 - 05.2013
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Education
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CABachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
Anaheim, CA04.2023
Skills
- Medical Equipment Maintenance
- Vital Sign Assessment
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Work Coordination
- Medical Procedure Prioritization
- Emergency Medical Team Coordination
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Equipment Inspection
- Medical Supply Replenishment
- Protocol Management
Timeline
ER Technician
Martin Luther King Jr Hospital
01.2017 - Current
Rescue Technician
Total Safety Inc
01.2014 - 01.2017
EMT
Ameripride Ambulance
05.2013 - 03.2014
EMT
American Professional Ambulance
12.2012 - 05.2013
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Rio Hondo College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Coast University
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