Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Heather Garcia

Kansasville

Summary

Dedicated and highly motivated newly graduate nurse, that has demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 14 years of healthcare experience. Through clinical experiences and academic achievements, possesses a strong understanding of patient care. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician/Cardiac Telemetry Technician

Ascension
02.2018 - Current
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Reduced stress for patients and families through effective communication and empathetic support.
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Telemetry monitoring, reading, measuring, and interpreting cardiac strips and notifying nurses of abnormal rhythm changes.

Med Tech/Unit Coordinator

Lakeview Specialty Hospital
01.2016 - 02.2018
  • Administered prescribed medications to patients.
  • Administered enteral tube feedings to patients.
  • Provided basic wound care procedures.
  • Enhanced unit efficiency by maintaining up-to-date patient information and coordinating interdisciplinary care.
  • Facilitated smooth shift transitions by preparing detailed nursing reports and ensuring complete handover of responsibilities.
  • Assisted patients with ADL's and transportation to doctor appointments.


Med Tech/Resident Assistant/Administrative Assistant

Lincoln Lutheran
08.2010 - 01.2016
  • Improved communication between residents and management through consistent updates and informative newsletters.
  • Mentored new Resident Assistants, providing guidance on effective strategies for managing various situations.
  • Assisted residents with daily dental and mouth care, bath functions, and hair care.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Bryant And Stratton College
Racine, WI
04.2024

Skills

  • EKG Interpretation
  • Basic Life Support
  • CPR Certification
  • Time Management
  • Emergency Response
  • Patient Observation

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
  • CPR/BLS
  • CMT - Certified Medication Technician

Timeline

Patient Care Technician/Cardiac Telemetry Technician

Ascension
02.2018 - Current

Med Tech/Unit Coordinator

Lakeview Specialty Hospital
01.2016 - 02.2018

Med Tech/Resident Assistant/Administrative Assistant

Lincoln Lutheran
08.2010 - 01.2016

Associate of Science - Nursing

Bryant And Stratton College

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Heather Garcia