Gricelda Castillo
West Dundee,IL
Summary
Compassionate Support Worker knowledgeable about diverse job proficiencies and necessary coping skills for social situations. Adept at working with individuals and ready to offer many years of experience to new role.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
ER Technician
Resurrection Health Care
Chicago, IL
08.2001 - 09.2023
- Provided emotional support for family members throughout difficult situations associated with illness or injury.Managed inventory levels of supplies ensuring adequate stock was available at all times.Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality patient care.Documented all procedures on patients' charts in accordance with hospital policy.Actively participated in department meetings providing feedback on process improvements for increased efficiency.Provided emergency life-saving measures as needed for cardiac arrest, respiratory failure and shock victims.Assisted physicians in the diagnosis of medical conditions.Operated a variety of diagnostic equipment such as EKG's, oxygen saturation monitors, blood pressure cuffs, glucometers and pulse oximeters.Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional competency.Maintained accurate records of patient data, treatments and medications.Ensured compliance with safety standards during transport of patients from one area to another.Assessed patient responses to treatments and communicated any changes to the physician or nurse supervisor.Conducted daily rounds on assigned units observing condition of patients and providing support when necessary.Provided patient care and monitored vital signs.Responded quickly to emergencies by utilizing appropriate assessment techniques, triage protocols and stabilization measures.Performed venipuncture, arterial puncture and IV insertion.Educated patients about their treatment plan including medications, diet modifications and follow up appointments.Filled in for unit secretaries, preparing paperwork and obtaining payments when needed.Triaged patients to award priority to patients with more severe complications.Coordinated with nurses to assess and prepare patients for tests and medical procedures.Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.Facilitated communication patients, visitors, nurses, physicians and other hospital personnel.Safely transferred patients to wheelchair or stretchers for transportation to other departments.Took blood pressure measurements and reported to nurse or physician if above or below normal levels.Stocked and replenished patient care areas with appropriate supplies.Maintained appropriate inventory levels and replenished treatment areas.Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.Conducted patient assessments under supervision of staff nurses and physicians.Monitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.Applied and educated patients on orthopedic devices like crutch walking.Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.Collaborated with healthcare teams to determine needs and support daily objectives.Maintained compliance with HIPAA protocols to safeguard patient privacy.Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.Escorted patients before and after surgical procedures.Performed basic, non-invasive medical assistant duties.Restocked supplies and cleaned equipment between patients.Collected and compiled data to document performance or assess program quality.Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.Worked on variety of projects to provide supplemental support to unit staff and enhance department.Attended training to validate or refresh basic professional skills.Organized work orders, maintenance repairs and other administrative duties.Greeted, guided and offered assistance to patients and visitors.Supported nursing staff in day-to-day operations.Assisted administrative departments with paperwork, errands and other clerical duties.Offered information, support and comfort to patient families.Assisted employees in scheduling computer and phone updates.Liaised with healthcare teams to deliver and manage care in patient homes.Received blood and bodily fluid samples and passed to employeesPulled and organized file charts, placing appointment reminder calls to patients.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies ensuring adequate stock was available at all times.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality patient care.
- Documented all procedures on patients' charts in accordance with hospital policy.
- Actively participated in department meetings providing feedback on process improvements for increased efficiency.
- Provided emergency life-saving measures as needed for cardiac arrest, respiratory failure and shock victims.
- Assisted physicians in the diagnosis of medical conditions.
- Operated a variety of diagnostic equipment such as EKG's, oxygen saturation monitors, blood pressure cuffs, glucometers and pulse oximeters.
- Maintained accurate records of patient data, treatments and medications.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during transport of patients from one area to another.
- Assessed patient responses to treatments and communicated any changes to the physician or nurse supervisor.
- Conducted daily rounds on assigned units observing condition of patients and providing support when necessary.
- Provided patient care and monitored vital signs.
- Responded quickly to emergencies by utilizing appropriate assessment techniques, triage protocols and stabilization measures.
- Performed venipuncture, arterial puncture and IV insertion.
- Filled in for unit secretaries, preparing paperwork and obtaining payments when needed.
- Triaged patients to award priority to patients with more severe complications.
- Coordinated with nurses to assess and prepare patients for tests and medical procedures.
- Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
- Facilitated communication patients, visitors, nurses, physicians and other hospital personnel.
- Safely transferred patients to wheelchair or stretchers for transportation to other departments.
- Took blood pressure measurements and reported to nurse or physician if above or below normal levels.
- Stocked and replenished patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
- Maintained appropriate inventory levels and replenished treatment areas.
- Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.
- Conducted patient assessments under supervision of staff nurses and physicians.
- Monitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
- Applied and educated patients on orthopedic devices like crutch walking.
- Took patients' vital signs, collected medical specimens and updated information in patient charts.
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
- Performed basic, non-invasive medical assistant duties.
- Restocked supplies and cleaned equipment between patients.
- Collected and compiled data to document performance or assess program quality.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Worked on variety of projects to provide supplemental support to unit staff and enhance department.
- Attended training to validate or refresh basic professional skills.
- Greeted, guided and offered assistance to patients and visitors.
- Supported nursing staff in day-to-day operations.
- Assisted administrative departments with paperwork, errands and other clerical duties.
- Offered information, support and comfort to patient families.
- Assisted employees in scheduling computer and phone updates.
- Received blood and bodily fluid samples and passed to employees
- Pulled and organized file charts, placing appointment reminder calls to patients.
ER Technician
Ascension
Elgin, IL
02.2008 - 02.2010
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure quality patient care.
- Documented all procedures on patients' charts in accordance with hospital policy.
- Actively participated in department meetings providing feedback on process improvements for increased efficiency.
- Provided emergency life-saving measures as needed for cardiac arrest, respiratory failure and shock victims.
- Assisted physicians in the diagnosis of medical conditions.
- Operated a variety of diagnostic equipment such as EKG's, oxygen saturation monitors, blood pressure cuffs, glucometers and pulse oximeters.
- Provided patient care and monitored vital signs.
- Performed venipuncture, arterial puncture and IV insertion.
- Filled in for unit secretaries, preparing paperwork and obtaining payments when needed.
- Triaged patients to award priority to patients with more severe complications.
Private Nanny
Micheld Lawson
Chicago, IL
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Maintained a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for the children in their home.
- Communicated with parents regularly to discuss progress, concerns and any other issues related to the care of their children.
- Prepared meals according to dietary needs of the family's children.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations using sound judgment and problem solving skills.
- Instructed proper hygiene habits such as brushing teeth or washing hands before meals.
- Assisted with bedtime routines such as bathing, changing clothes or reading stories.
Education
Emergency Medical Technician - EMT
Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL08-2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Assistance
Elgin Community College
Elgin, IL01-2010
Associate of Applied Science - Pharmacy Technician
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA07-2006
Associate of Applied Science - Phlebotomy
City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, IL08-2001
GED -
Roberto Clemente
1147 N Western ,Chicago Ill 06-2001
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Elgin Community College
Elgin, ILSkills
- Patient TransportGeriatric CareVital signs monitoringPediatric CareCardiopulmonary ResuscitationOrthopedic SplintingSanitizing proceduresAseptic TechniquesPhlebotomyTransportation CoordinationWound CareVenipunctureTaking and tracking vital signsEKG interpretation and monitoringBasic life support certifiedCPRReplenishing suppliesInformation documentationMedical sample collectionMedical TerminologyCardiopulmonary resuscitation certificationCardiac monitoringEMTVitals monitoringMultitaskingIV InsertionDirect Patient Care
- Patient Transport
- Geriatric Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Pediatric Care
- Orthopedic Splinting
- Sanitizing procedures
- Aseptic Techniques
- Phlebotomy
- Transportation Coordination
- Wound Care
- Venipuncture
- Taking and tracking vital signs
- EKG interpretation and monitoring
- Basic life support certified
- CPR
- Replenishing supplies
- Information documentation
- Medical sample collection
- Medical Terminology
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification
- Cardiac monitoring
- EMT
- Vitals monitoring
- Multitasking
- IV Insertion
- Direct Patient Care
Timeline
ER Technician
Ascension
02.2008 - 02.2010
Private Nanny
Micheld Lawson
01.2008 - 01.2010
ER Technician
Resurrection Health Care
08.2001 - 09.2023
Emergency Medical Technician - EMT
Elgin Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Assistance
Elgin Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Pharmacy Technician
Penn Foster Career School
Associate of Applied Science - Phlebotomy
City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College
GED -
Roberto Clemente
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Elgin Community College