Jenny Van
Peoria,IL
Summary
Dynamic Emergency Room Technician with a proven track record at Carle Health Pekin, enhancing patient care through effective teamwork and critical thinking. Streamlined processes to reduce wait times and improved patient outcomes by implementing safety protocols. Known for a friendly demeanor and exceptional communication skills, ensuring compassionate support in high-pressure situations.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency
Carle Health Pekin
03.2024 - Current
- Assisted in managing patient flow by coordinating timely bed assignments and transfers to other departments.
- Boosted team morale and maintained positive work environment, even under stressful conditions.
- Streamlined patient intake process to reduce wait times and optimize ER operations.
- Enhanced patient safety with strict adherence to sanitation protocols and infection control measures.
- Enhanced patient comfort, adjusting beds and helping with mobility as needed.
- Ensured rapid patient assessment by accurately taking vital signs and gathering medical history.
- Enhanced overall efficiency of ER department, identifying and implementing process improvements.
- Disinfected tools, equipment and surfaces between patients.
- Supported patients and family members, actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate care.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to provide patients with comprehensive care.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation on time and to specifications.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits and treatments in patient medical files.
- Supported office operations by expertly handling administrative needs.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient information accurately to support treatment decisions.
- Prepared and maintained sterile instruments and equipment for various emergency procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure timely communication of critical patient information.
- Assisted medical staff in patient assessments and triage procedures in fast-paced emergency room environment.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, providing initial care and support during high-pressure situations.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a clean and organized work area, improving overall efficiency.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures, fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement in care delivery.
- 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, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Improved patient care by efficiently performing emergency room procedures such as wound dressing, splinting, and CPR.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- 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.
- Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records.
- Provided compassionate care to patients during their emergency room visit, addressing concerns and offering emotional support when needed.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Maintained a clean and organized emergency room environment to ensure optimal patient safety and comfort.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as training sessions or workshops to stay current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Provided exceptional service by maintaining a professional demeanor and exercising excellent interpersonal skills when interacting with patients, families, and colleagues alike.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
- Maintained clean and sanitary environment in emergency department to meet hygiene measures.
- Streamlined emergency department processes by working closely with other ER technicians, nurses, physicians, and ancillary staff members to coordinate seamless patient care transitions within the hospital setting.
- Liaised between nurses, physicians, patients and visitors.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Conducted routine inventory checks of medical supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for efficient ER operations.
- Supported successful code responses by quickly delivering necessary medications and supplies as needed during critical situations.
- Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Assisted physicians with patient assessments, contributing to accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols through rigorous adherence to proper hand hygiene practices and sanitization of equipment after each use.
- Assisted in preparation and maintenance of patient charts, documenting all care given.
- Contributed to the overall success of the emergency department by actively participating in team meetings, sharing insights, and suggesting improvements for optimal patient care outcomes.
- Ensured adequate supply levels, ordering and restocking medical supplies to maintain readiness for emergencies.
- Facilitated quick response to cardiac emergencies by proficiently operating EKG machines and monitoring results.
- Improved patient outcomes with timely and compassionate emergency care.
- Played key role in emergency response teams, participating in drills and actual events to enhance preparedness.
- Alleviated patient anxiety, providing clear explanations of procedures and answering questions.
Emergency Room Technician
Unity Point Methodist
06.2012 - 01.2017
- Assisted in managing patient flow by coordinating timely bed assignments and transfers to other departments.
- Boosted team morale and maintained positive work environment, even under stressful conditions.
- Streamlined patient intake process to reduce wait times and optimize ER operations.
- Enhanced patient safety with strict adherence to sanitation protocols and infection control measures.
- Enhanced patient comfort, adjusting beds and helping with mobility as needed.
- Ensured rapid patient assessment by accurately taking vital signs and gathering medical history.
- Enhanced overall efficiency of ER department, identifying and implementing process improvements.
- Disinfected tools, equipment and surfaces between patients.
- Supported patients and family members, actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate care.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to provide patients with comprehensive care.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation on time and to specifications.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits and treatments in patient medical files.
- Supported office operations by expertly handling administrative needs.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient information accurately to support treatment decisions.
- Prepared and maintained sterile instruments and equipment for various emergency procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure timely communication of critical patient information.
- Assisted medical staff in patient assessments and triage procedures in fast-paced emergency room environment.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, providing initial care and support during high-pressure situations.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a clean and organized work area, improving overall efficiency.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures, fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement in care delivery.
- 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, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Improved patient care by efficiently performing emergency room procedures such as wound dressing, splinting, and CPR.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- 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.
- Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records.
- Provided compassionate care to patients during their emergency room visit, addressing concerns and offering emotional support when needed.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Maintained a clean and organized emergency room environment to ensure optimal patient safety and comfort.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as training sessions or workshops to stay current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Provided exceptional service by maintaining a professional demeanor and exercising excellent interpersonal skills when interacting with patients, families, and colleagues alike.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
- Maintained clean and sanitary environment in emergency department to meet hygiene measures.
- Streamlined emergency department processes by working closely with other ER technicians, nurses, physicians, and ancillary staff members to coordinate seamless patient care transitions within the hospital setting.
- Liaised between nurses, physicians, patients and visitors.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Conducted routine inventory checks of medical supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for efficient ER operations.
- Supported successful code responses by quickly delivering necessary medications and supplies as needed during critical situations.
- Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Assisted physicians with patient assessments, contributing to accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols through rigorous adherence to proper hand hygiene practices and sanitization of equipment after each use.
- Assisted in preparation and maintenance of patient charts, documenting all care given.
- Contributed to the overall success of the emergency department by actively participating in team meetings, sharing insights, and suggesting improvements for optimal patient care outcomes.
- Ensured adequate supply levels, ordering and restocking medical supplies to maintain readiness for emergencies.
- Facilitated quick response to cardiac emergencies by proficiently operating EKG machines and monitoring results.
- Improved patient outcomes with timely and compassionate emergency care.
- Played key role in emergency response teams, participating in drills and actual events to enhance preparedness.
- Alleviated patient anxiety, providing clear explanations of procedures and answering questions.
- Assisted in life-saving procedures, supporting medical teams during critical emergencies.
- Improved patient flow through ER by efficiently preparing rooms and organizing medical supplies.
- Took and recorded patients' vital signs, documenting in medical charts.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further testing.
- Transported patients to and from appointments, assisting with getting in and out of vehicles.
Emergency Room Technician
Proctor Hospital
12.2008 - 01.2016
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient information accurately to support treatment decisions.
- Prepared and maintained sterile instruments and equipment for various emergency procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure timely communication of critical patient information.
- Assisted medical staff in patient assessments and triage procedures in fast-paced emergency room environment.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, providing initial care and support during high-pressure situations.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a clean and organized work area, improving overall efficiency.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures, fostering a culture of teamwork and continuous improvement in care delivery.
- 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, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Improved patient care by efficiently performing emergency room procedures such as wound dressing, splinting, and CPR.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- 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.
- Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records.
- Provided compassionate care to patients during their emergency room visit, addressing concerns and offering emotional support when needed.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Maintained a clean and organized emergency room environment to ensure optimal patient safety and comfort.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as training sessions or workshops to stay current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Provided exceptional service by maintaining a professional demeanor and exercising excellent interpersonal skills when interacting with patients, families, and colleagues alike.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
- Maintained clean and sanitary environment in emergency department to meet hygiene measures.
- Streamlined emergency department processes by working closely with other ER technicians, nurses, physicians, and ancillary staff members to coordinate seamless patient care transitions within the hospital setting.
- Liaised between nurses, physicians, patients and visitors.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Conducted routine inventory checks of medical supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for efficient ER operations.
- Supported successful code responses by quickly delivering necessary medications and supplies as needed during critical situations.
- Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Assisted physicians with patient assessments, contributing to accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols through rigorous adherence to proper hand hygiene practices and sanitization of equipment after each use.
- Assisted in preparation and maintenance of patient charts, documenting all care given.
- Contributed to the overall success of the emergency department by actively participating in team meetings, sharing insights, and suggesting improvements for optimal patient care outcomes.
- Reduced wait times by effectively triaging patients to prioritize treatment based on the severity of their conditions.
- Performed quality assurance checks on medical equipment, promptly identifying and reporting any malfunctions or maintenance needs.
- Ensured adequate supply levels, ordering and restocking medical supplies to maintain readiness for emergencies.
- Facilitated seamless collaboration among medical staff by acting as liaison between doctors, nurses, and specialists.
- Contributed to reduction in cross-contamination by diligently sterilizing equipment and patient areas.
- Enabled more effective treatment plans by promptly relaying lab results to attending physicians.
- Facilitated quick response to cardiac emergencies by proficiently operating EKG machines and monitoring results.
- Improved patient outcomes with timely and compassionate emergency care.
- Played key role in emergency response teams, participating in drills and actual events to enhance preparedness.
- Alleviated patient anxiety, providing clear explanations of procedures and answering questions.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by attentively listening to concerns and ensuring they felt heard and cared for.
- Assisted in life-saving procedures, supporting medical teams during critical emergencies.
- Improved patient flow through ER by efficiently preparing rooms and organizing medical supplies.
- Took and recorded patients' vital signs, documenting in medical charts.
- Monitored patient progress and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further testing.
- Transported patients to and from appointments, assisting with getting in and out of vehicles.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL07.2026
High School Diploma -
Farmington Central High School
Farmington, IL05.2007
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Calm under pressure
- Active listening
- Problem resolution
- Verbal communication
Timeline
Emergency
Carle Health Pekin
03.2024 - Current
Emergency Room Technician
Unity Point Methodist
06.2012 - 01.2017
Emergency Room Technician
Proctor Hospital
12.2008 - 01.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Illinois Central College
High School Diploma -
Farmington Central High School