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Hayley Eckhardt

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Dedicated care professional, committed to supporting patients of all abilities in feeling secure and comfortable in clinical and home settings. Responsible team player always willing to assume additional responsibility and learn new skills. Expertise in pre-hospital care and emergency department setting.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department

UPMC Presbyterian
06.2022 - Current
  • Assist nursing staff with completing rounds, obtaining vital signs, and answering calls
  • Perform Foley and straight catheter insertions
  • Perform EKGs, venipuncture, and ultrasound-guided IV starts
  • Perform Point-of-Care testing, such as capillary blood glucose, urine dipstick, urine pregnancy, iSTAT, and ABL radiometer tests

Emergency Medical Technician

Woodland Hills EMS
10.2021 - Current
  • Perform initial and secondary assessments to evaluate for injuries and complaints
  • Evaluate patient vital signs and condition to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and manual blood pressures
  • Conduct equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation
  • Assist with advanced life-support procedures

Emergency Medical Technician

Eastern Area Prehospital Services
11.2018 - 10.2021
  • Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks and provide medical care
  • Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation
  • Responded to both emergency calls and non-emergent transports

Caregiver

Comfort Keepers, Inc.
05.2017 - 07.2019
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living to maintain self-esteem and general wellness
  • Offered companionship to elderly clients in their homes
  • Encouraged a safe environment with patients with dementia and memory-loss

Home Health Aide

Care Unlimited, Inc.
06.2017 - 05.2019
  • Assist with activities of daily living for client with cerebral palsy
  • Encourage independence and guide activities and outings
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Allegheny College
Meadville
05-2018

Skills

  • Accurate Vital Sign Assessment
  • Basic Life Support Proficiency
  • Healthcare Privacy Compliance
  • Ultrasound-Guided IV Insertion
  • Effective Communication in Sensitive Scenarios

Certification

  • EMT - Emergency Medical Technician- Basic

Timeline

Patient Care Technician, Emergency Department

UPMC Presbyterian
06.2022 - Current

Emergency Medical Technician

Woodland Hills EMS
10.2021 - Current

Emergency Medical Technician

Eastern Area Prehospital Services
11.2018 - 10.2021

Home Health Aide

Care Unlimited, Inc.
06.2017 - 05.2019

Caregiver

Comfort Keepers, Inc.
05.2017 - 07.2019
  • EMT - Emergency Medical Technician- Basic

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Allegheny College
Hayley Eckhardt