Joey Koehler
Maricopa,AZ
Summary
Focused patient care professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering basic patient care. Offers 30 years of comprehensive experience in recording vital signs, collecting specimens and preparing accurate documentation. Recognized by patients for delivering five-star patient care. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Committed Emergency Medical Technician with comprehensive experience in pre-hospital emergency care. Strengths include ability to remain calm under pressure, adept at making critical decisions during emergencies, and skilled in administering lifesaving procedures while on the move. Demonstrated success in managing high-stress situations and providing patient-focused care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT -IV Certified
Medstar Solutions
Phoenix, AZ
10.2023 - Current
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Documented patient information, treatments provided, and changes in condition on appropriate forms.
- Assessed patients' conditions during transport and communicated findings to healthcare staff upon arrival at hospital.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during medical emergencies.
- Maintained equipment and supplies necessary for providing medical services in field settings.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding updates on location, estimated time of arrival, and any special needs of the patient.
- Operated ambulances safely under both normal and emergency conditions.
CPR Instructor
Lifework Education
Mesa, AZ
09.2023 - Current
- Instructed students in proper CPR techniques, including chest compressions and rescue breathing.
- Instructed students on the proper techniques for administering first aid in emergency situations.
- Developed and implemented a training program to educate students on the fundamentals of first aid.
- Provided guidance and instruction on how to recognize signs of shock, heart attack, stroke, and other medical emergencies.
- Developed instructional materials, including handouts and visual aids, to supplement classroom instruction.
- Conducted practice sessions with students to ensure comprehension of course content.
- Assessed student performance through written tests and practical demonstrations of skills.
- Maintained records of student attendance, grades, and other pertinent information.
Advanced Patient Care Technician
Banner Staffing Services
Multiple, AZ
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted in the maintenance of healthy skin through wound checks, integrity assessments, and bedbound bathing responsibilities.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed critical patient data for efficient treatment planning and care delivery.
- Ensured efficient preparation of specimens for lab testing through collection and transportation.
- Assisted patients in achieving nutritional objectives by monitoring intake and providing feeding assistance.
- Organized and restocked unit supplies to ensure team readiness for anticipated requirements.
- Documented and tracked patient progress using medical software.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Obtained and documented vital signs, including oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Promoted team productivity by supporting patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and provided qualified support.
- Facilitated personal tasks and mobility to enhance patient satisfaction.
- Provided immediate care and notified clinicians for comprehensive assistance during patient emergencies.
- Transported patients, beds, and patient care equipment to different rooms while following required safety measures.
- Educated patients and families on effective home care techniques for successful treatment.
- Ensured the provision of a clean and safe environment for enhanced patient safety and comfort.
- Provided age-specific treatment and care using principles of growth and development.
- Educated patients on procedures, addressed inquiries, and offered reassurance to alleviate anxiety and optimize outcomes.
Emergency Room Technician
Exceptional community hospital
Maricopa, AZ
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Provided patient care by taking vital signs, inserting IVs, drawing blood and administering medications.
- Assisted physicians with procedures such as intubations, chest tube insertions and central line placements.
- Maintained supplies in the Emergency Room including stocking shelves and disposing of outdated or expired items.
- Monitored patient conditions and communicated changes to nursing staff and physicians.
- Completed documentation for each patient encounter accurately and within established timeframes.
- Performed quality assurance activities related to emergency room processes, protocols and equipment maintenance.
- Assisted with resuscitation efforts in life-threatening situations such as cardiac arrest or trauma cases.
- Administered oxygen therapy, nebulizer treatments, wound dressings and splinting and casting per physician orders.
Certified Patient Care Technician, COVID Unit, ICU
Banner Healthcare
Casa Grande, AZ
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming and dressing.
- Provided basic patient care services such as changing bed linens and emptying drainage bags.
- Collected biological samples for laboratory testing.
- Recorded patient medical histories, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records system.
- Performed vital signs monitoring including temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure.
- Assisted nursing staff with treatments and procedures, such as wound care and catheterization.
- Ensured cleanliness of patient rooms by disinfecting surfaces and equipment regularly.
- Transported patients to different areas within the hospital using wheelchairs or stretchers, as needed.
- Maintained supply inventories by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies and placing orders when necessary.
- Observed physical characteristics of patients including skin coloration, respiratory rate and other indicators of condition changes.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving patient safety or well-being.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Answered call lights promptly while providing exceptional customer service.
- Reviewed charts prior to each shift to ensure accuracy in documentation.
- Assisted nurses with admission paperwork for new patients.
- Reported any changes in patient condition immediately to supervisor or nurse.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members regarding patient care plans.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to healthcare delivery systems.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
Lab Assistant/ Phlebotomist
Dignity Health Mercy Gilbert Hospital
Gilbert, AZ
08.2017 - 03.2021
- Collecting and receiving biological specimens to process in the lab.
- Use computer systems within HIPAA guidelines to maintain records and enhance patient care.
- Highlights: Excellent accuracy, data entry, laboratory skills, and confidentiality.
- Key accomplishments: Accurately entering specimens and requisitions in a high-volume environment.
- Correctly distributing specimens to other departments and for send-out.
- Directing staff to meet TAT and safety guidelines within the hospital.
- Preparing slides for technicians to decipher.
- Performed routine laboratory tests, such as cell culturing, PCR and ELISA assays.
- Maintained laboratory equipment and supplies, ensuring proper functioning of instruments.
Phlebotomy Float
Sonora Quest Laboratories, Float, WJO
Multiple, AZ
11.2015 - 04.2017
- Identified and provided solutions to problems, adapting quickly to new technology and software applications. Managed projects from start to finish with strong leadership skills.
- Performed venipuncture and skin puncture on patients of all ages.
- Obtained specimens from adults, children, and infants for laboratory tests.
- Collected blood samples in a safe and sanitary manner according to established procedures.
Team Lead
Sonora Quest Laboratories
Maricopa, Casa Grande, Arizona
10.2014 - 07.2015
- To get trained in day-to-day procedures of running PSC without assistance.
- Concurrently training in Sonora Quest's online learning.
- Greeted patients, entered requisitions into CARE 360 according to SOP, and collaborated with physicians to ensure patients' orders were correct.
- Filled out safety reports and inventory.
- Trained new hires in correct procedures for safe and effective specimen management. Collected blood and urine specimens.
- Verified specimen collection information in a laboratory setting.
- Followed established policies and procedures in patient verification and safety procedures.
- Processed specimens using proper lab protocols.
- Provided leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and to a high standard.
Education
Phlebotomy Training Program -Licensed/Certified Nursing Assistant -
Arizona Medical Training Institute
Mesa, AZNational Certification/AZ State Certification - Emergency Medical Technology
Unitek
Chandler, AZSkills
- Familiar with Medical terminology
- ASHI, AHA, ARC instructor for Basic and BLS CPR and First Aid
- Proficient working with all age groups in a healthcare setting
- Training newer employees in the procedures needed to ensure safe working conditions
- Taking vitals to include blood pressure
- Adept at managing office work relevant to the position
- Taking blood glucose levels as requested
- Special talent for instructing patients with
- Procedures
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Confident in dealing with a diverse population of all ages
- Proficient in venipuncture, dermipuncture, and primary processing of specimens
- Competent at working efficiently and independently in any situation
- Versed in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Office products
- Efficient in the use of search engines of all types and formats
- P>Analytical and Critical Thinking
- P>Active Listening
- P>Emergency patient triage
- Seizure Management
- Vital signs monitoring
- Ambulance operations
- Cultural Competency
- Trauma management
- Medical Equipment Operation
- Airway Management
- Radio communication
- Emergency medical care
- Safe Driving
- Direct Patient Care
- Emergency Management
Certification
BLS, NREMT,PBT (ASCP), Instructor- ASHI, AHA, ARC.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
EMT -IV Certified
Medstar Solutions
10.2023 - Current
CPR Instructor
Lifework Education
09.2023 - Current
Emergency Room Technician
Exceptional community hospital
05.2023 - 11.2023
Advanced Patient Care Technician
Banner Staffing Services
09.2022 - 12.2023
Certified Patient Care Technician, COVID Unit, ICU
Banner Healthcare
03.2021 - 09.2022
Lab Assistant/ Phlebotomist
Dignity Health Mercy Gilbert Hospital
08.2017 - 03.2021
Phlebotomy Float
Sonora Quest Laboratories, Float, WJO
11.2015 - 04.2017
Team Lead
Sonora Quest Laboratories
10.2014 - 07.2015
Phlebotomy Training Program -Licensed/Certified Nursing Assistant -
Arizona Medical Training Institute
National Certification/AZ State Certification - Emergency Medical Technology
Unitek