Jade Denison
Urbana
Summary
GI Technician professional with significant experience in performing and assisting with endoscopic procedures. Known for reliability and ability to adapt to dynamic clinical environments while maintaining high standard of patient care. Strong focus on teamwork and achieving optimal clinical outcomes, leveraging skills in equipment handling and patient communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Rehabilitation Technician
Mercy Medical Center Cedar Rapids
11.2024 - Current
- Built trusting relationships with patients and families, fostering a supportive atmosphere for recovery.
- Supported patients during physical therapy sessions, providing encouragement and motivation for continued progress.
- Maintained a clean and organized therapy environment, promoting safety and efficiency.
- Answered telephones and performed light clerical duties to maintain smooth operations while attending to various program needs.
- Demonstrated proper body mechanics and patient handling techniques for patient transfers and positioning.
- Assisted physical therapists with patient examinations using manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercise instruction.
- Checked physical therapy supplies, assisting with ordering and restocking.
- Educated patients on proper use of assistive devices, reducing the risk of injury or further complications.
- Created therapists schedules with new or updated patient related treatments.
GI Technician Specialist
Mercy Medical Center Cedar Rapids
02.2022 - Current
- Contributed to the improvement of patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing a compassionate and professional care experience.
- Mentored new technicians joining the team, fostering an environment conducive to learning and professional growth.
- Supported physicians during complex procedures, anticipating needs and assisting with critical tasks.
- Advanced team collaboration by sharing valuable insights from experience as a GI technician at regular staff meetings.
- Assisted in the diagnosis of gastrointestinal disorders through accurate collection and processing of biopsy specimens.
- Handled inventory and preparation for upcoming procedures by ordering supplies and ensuring rooms were stocked and set-up for patients.
- Coordinated scheduling for both routine and emergency GI procedures, optimizing resource utilization within the department.
- Maintained safe working environments by adhering to strict infection control policies and procedures.
- Efficiently set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming procedures.
- Prepared patients for procedures by measuring vital statistics, applying necessary monitoring equipment and assisting to and from procedures.
- Assisted physicians in performing upper and lower gastrointestinal examinations, esophageal dilation and biliary stent placements.
- Assisted physicians and nursing staff with various tasks and responsibilities during procedures.
- Maintained all safety protocols and processes when cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Views of Marion
06.2019 - 02.2022
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Linn-Mar High School
Marion, IA05-2016
Skills
- Administrative support
- Human anatomy expertise
- Patient transportation
- Physiology Proficiency
- Patient advocacy
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Rehabilitation services
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Patient safety
- Certified in CPR/AED
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Outdoor Recreation
- Bicycling
- Riding motorcycles
- Hiking
- Reading
- Road Trips
- Farming
Timeline
Rehabilitation Technician
Mercy Medical Center Cedar Rapids
11.2024 - Current
GI Technician Specialist
Mercy Medical Center Cedar Rapids
02.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Views of Marion
06.2019 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
Linn-Mar High School
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