Griselda Medina
Lewisville,TX
Summary
Proactive Unit Technician with extensive experience in patient care, emergency response, and maintaining compliance with industry standards. Skilled in monitoring patient vitals, administering IVs, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Bringing strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to enhancing patient satisfaction and operational efficiency. Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 14 years of healthcare experience. Skilled at supporting transports, ambulating patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Cedarwood Surgery Center
Unit Tech
08.2020 - Current
- Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting workflow or schedule based on changing production demands or priorities set forth by management personnel.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives with proactive problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Maintained a clean work environment, adhering to strict industry regulations for employee health and safety.
- Aided in creating a positive work culture that emphasized teamwork, open communication, and accountability.
- Monitored and recorded patient vitals, providing critical data for healthcare professionals to assess patient health.
- Documented care in patient records.
- Prepared patient for radiology procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices and moving equipment into specified position.
- Managed orders and receiving operations and proper storage of incoming materials.
- Ordered medicines daily to replenish stock and increase inventory in anticipation of need.
- Inserted peripheral IVs and administered non-medication IV fluids.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive discharge instructions and resources for follow-up care.
- Provided administrative support to staff members, assisting with daily tasks as needed to promote productivity across the organization.
- Maintained functional knowledge of operational procedures to anticipate needs of surgeons.
- Streamlined workflow through effective communication with other healthcare professionals, coordinating timely delivery of sterilized instruments for surgical procedures.
- Maintained compliance with industry standards and regulations by staying up-to-date on advancements in sterilization techniques and best practices.
Unit Technician
Parkland Memorial Hospital (Emergency Room)
04.2016 - 08.2020
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring (EKG), and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Demonstrated adaptability in fast-paced environments by managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy under pressure.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Enhanced ER efficiency through proficient use of medical equipment like EKG machines, defibrillators, and vital sign monitors.
- Provided compassionate care to patients during their emergency room visit, addressing concerns and offering emotional support when needed.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Assisted in preparation and maintenance of patient charts, documenting all care given.
- Disinfected tools, equipment and surfaces between patients.
Unit Technician
Parkland Memorial Hospital
04.2015 - 08.2020
- Facilitated smooth daily operations in the NICU by scheduling appointments for procedures, tests, and follow-up visits as needed.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing and organizing medical records, charts, and documents for easy access by healthcare professionals.
- Reduced complications in newborns by closely monitoring vital signs.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, treatments administered, and ongoing assessments.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for NICU patients, adhering to strict infection control standards.
- Provided critical care for neonates requiring mechanical ventilation, closely monitoring and adjusting settings as needed.
- Assisted the nurses by feeding NICU Patients.
- Assisted with Discharges
- Assisted with POCT daily checks
Unit Technician
Doctors Hospital
12.2012 - 01.2016
- Maintained detailed documentation, facilitating seamless communication among healthcare providers.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Education
No Degree - Unit Tech
PCI
12.2012
High School Diploma -
North Garland High School
05.2012
Skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Adaptability to changes
- Time Management Capabilities
- Organizational abilities
- Scheduling Management
- New Admissions
- Supply Inventory
- Motivational Skills
- Medical Terminology
- Charting
- Paperwork Processing
- Supply Restocking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Machine Learning
- Computer Networking
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Safety Training
- Multitasking
- Inventory Management
- Emergency Response
- Staff Training
- Data Entry
- Remote Desktop Support
- Patient Care
- Blood Draw Techniques
- Specimen labeling procedures
- Specimen handling
- HIPAA
- Infection Control
- Patient preparation
- Health Education
- Customer Service
- Time Management
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Cedarwood Surgery Center
Unit Tech
08.2020 - Current
Unit Technician
Parkland Memorial Hospital (Emergency Room)
04.2016 - 08.2020
Unit Technician
Parkland Memorial Hospital
04.2015 - 08.2020
Unit Technician
Doctors Hospital
12.2012 - 01.2016
No Degree - Unit Tech
PCI
High School Diploma -
North Garland High School
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