Gricelda Tovar
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Patient-focused professional offers support in critical care, pre-op, medical-surgical and post-op, and Postpartum care in medical center environments. Excellent decision-making, time management and communication skills.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
PACU Patient Care Technician/ Interim HUC
Sunrise Medical Center
Las Vegas, Nevada
04.2023 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient areas and ensured safety protocols.
- Assisted with ambulation of patients utilizing appropriate equipment safely.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during care.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems effectively.
- Assisted in communicating with healthcare providers regarding patient care needs.
- Provided support and guidance to nursing staff on patient care issues.
- Monitored supplies inventory levels and placed orders when necessary.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation for all patients in the unit.
- Participated in quality assurance activities to improve patient care and comply with healthcare regulations.
- Facilitated communication between medical staff, departments, and external entities to ensure efficient patient care.
- Answered and directed incoming calls, providing information or taking messages as appropriate for efficient communication.
- Compiled and submitted daily reports on patient admissions, discharges, and transfers for administrative use.
- Responded to emergency situations by following hospital protocols and assisting medical staff as needed.
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
CNA/Lead Patient Care Technician Medical ICU
Sunrise Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
02.2022 - 04.2023
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Provided ongoing care to patients requiring oxygen, CPAP and BiPAP setups.
- Calibrated equipment for optimal use and to obtain accurate diagnostic results.
Certified Nurse Assistant
St. Michael's Medical Center
Silverdale, WA
04.2018 - 01.2022
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff for immediate assessment.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to carry out doctor orders and treatment care plans.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Delivered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations.
- Assisted nurses with diverse functions, including IV management, catheters and telemetry.
Certified Nurse Assistant
Kaweah Delta Medical Center
Visalia, CA
04.2016 - 11.2017
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Turned or re-positioned bedridden patients to promote blood flow and prevent bedsores.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mt. Whitney High School
Visalia, CA06.2001
Nurse Assistant Certificate(Vocational) - Nurse Assistant
Tulare Adult School
Tulare, CASome College (No Degree) -
College of The Sequoias
Visalia, CASkills
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Quick problem solver
- Collecting vital signs
- Infection control standards and procedures
- Emergency response protocols
- Blood glucose testing
- Qualified in patient transport
- Specimen collection
- Adaptability
- Bilingual (Spanish)
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Glucose POC Analyst Certification
- CPI
- BLS (American Red Cross & AHA)
Timeline
PACU Patient Care Technician/ Interim HUC
Sunrise Medical Center
04.2023 - Current
CNA/Lead Patient Care Technician Medical ICU
Sunrise Hospital
02.2022 - 04.2023
Certified Nurse Assistant
St. Michael's Medical Center
04.2018 - 01.2022
Certified Nurse Assistant
Kaweah Delta Medical Center
04.2016 - 11.2017
Some College (No Degree) -
College of The Sequoias
Nurse Assistant Certificate(Vocational) - Nurse Assistant
Tulare Adult School
High School Diploma -
Mt. Whitney High School