Heather Grigsby
Penn Valley,CA
Summary
Dedicated Hospital Transporter at Common Spirit, recognized for exceptional patient care and effective communication. Skilled in patient safety and HIPAA compliance, I fostered a compassionate environment, receiving consistent positive feedback. My teamwork and problem-solving abilities ensured seamless patient transfers, enhancing overall hospital experiences while adhering to safety protocols.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hospital Transporter
Common Spirit
11.2005 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness of transport vehicles, ensuring compliance with hygiene standards.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare team members to coordinate patient movements efficiently.
- Monitored and reported any changes in patient conditions during transport to appropriate staff.
- Trained new transporters on operational procedures and safety measures for effective service delivery.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure smooth transfers of patients between units or departments.
- Received consistent positive feedback from patients and families for compassionate care during transport.
- Fostered a positive working relationship with other healthcare professionals through clear communication regarding patient transportation requirements.
- Safeguarded confidential patient information by diligently adhering to HIPAA regulations throughout all aspects of job responsibilities.
- Participated in ongoing training and workshops to stay current on best practices in patient transport and safety measures.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients, families, and healthcare team members for optimal service delivery.
- Supported a positive and welcoming atmosphere for patients, families, and hospital staff by exhibiting exceptional professionalism and courteous behavior at all times.
- Handled sensitive medical equipment carefully during transport, minimizing the risk of damage or loss.
- Provided emotional support to patients during transfer processes, reducing anxiety levels and promoting positive experiences within the hospital setting.
- Ensured patient safety during transport by adhering to proper lifting and handling techniques.
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Collaborated with CNAs, nurses, and physicians to maintain stability during transport and facilitate event-free transport.
- Assisted with lifting and handling patients using appropriate patient safety equipment such as lift swings, stand-up lifts and overhead lifts.
- Transported patients safely between departments, ensuring comfort and adherence to safety protocols.
- Enhanced departmental teamwork by willingly assisting colleagues in completing their transport assignments as needed.
- Responded to emergency situations to help with lifting and transporting patients.
Education
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician
Yuba College
Marysville, California, CAAllied Health Biology
College of The Redwoods
Eureka, CANo Degree - Cardiac Monitoring
Dignity Health
Sacramento, CASkills
- Compassion and empathy
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient safety
- Bedside manner
- Patient transport
- Medical equipment handling
- Wheelchair assistance
- Hospital navigation
- Customer service
- Patient communication
- Patient confidentiality
- Transportation
- Emotional support
- Medical terminology
- Patient transportation
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Basic life support
- Vital signs monitoring
Team collaboration
Certification
Cardiac Monitoring Certification
Timeline
Hospital Transporter
Common Spirit
11.2005 - Current
No Degree - Emergency Medical Technician
Yuba College
Allied Health Biology
College of The Redwoods
No Degree - Cardiac Monitoring
Dignity Health