John Cooper II
Alexandria,VA
Summary
Practiced Clinical Technician with 10 years of experience improving patient outcomes through quality care. Partners with diverse healthcare providers to develop training plans, optimizing use of systems and care. Contributes to effective implementation of physician orders.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Technician
Inova Fairfax Hospital
Falls Church, VA
11.2011 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
Patient Transporter
Crothall Healthcare, Inova Alexandria Hospital
Alexandria, VA
03.2011 - 11.2011
- Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs and stretchers.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
- Collaborated with CNAs, nurses and physicians to maintain stability during transport and facilitate event-free transport.
Companion Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care
Falls Church, VA
09.2010 - 03.2011
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
Customer Service Representative
Macy's Department Store
Arlington, Virginia
05.2009 - 03.2011
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
- Achieved monthly sales goals by promoting product benefits and enrolling new clients.
- Assisted in product placement and visual merchandising, maintaining attractive and inviting appearance.
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
Student Extern
Howard University Hospital
Washington , DC
02.2010 - 03.2010
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Collected histories, vitals and current complaints via patient interviews.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Report significant information and changes in patient condition to nurse supervisor.
Sonar Technician
United States Navy
09.1999 - 05.2009
- Conducted passive and active sonar searches for suspected targets.
- Calculated maneuvers and provided commander with operational and situational reports along with depth, range, and system statuses.
- Recommended evasive actions, course and speed changes, and silent running actions.
- Figured range predictions for targets and real time propagation changes.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA05.2022
Diploma-Medcial Assisting - Medical Assisting
Everest College
Arlington, VA03.2010
High School Diploma -
Washington-Lee High School
Arlington, VA06.1999
Skills
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Emergency Response
- Biohazard Policy Compliance
- Specimen Collection
- Information Gathering
- Vital Signs Collection
- CPR Certification
- EPIC Software Proficiency
Timeline
Clinical Technician
Inova Fairfax Hospital
11.2011 - Current
Patient Transporter
Crothall Healthcare, Inova Alexandria Hospital
03.2011 - 11.2011
Companion Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care
09.2010 - 03.2011
Student Extern
Howard University Hospital
02.2010 - 03.2010
Customer Service Representative
Macy's Department Store
05.2009 - 03.2011
Sonar Technician
United States Navy
09.1999 - 05.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Northern Virginia Community College
Diploma-Medcial Assisting - Medical Assisting
Everest College
High School Diploma -
Washington-Lee High School