Kada Teem-Burris
Alamosa,Colorado
Summary
Passionate Emergency Department Technician possessing expert knowledge of medical terminology and medical equipment operations. Offering 3+ year background providing assistance in routine patient care and administrative support activities in emergency department. Trustworthy and responsible professional comfortable working in fast-paced environment and adapting quickly to changes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
ER Technician / Clerk
San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center
08.2021 - Current
- Treat/ perform procedures on patients such as cleaning and prepping a wound, first hand experience making splints, helping patients use the restroom, perform EKG’s, getting swabs and samples from patients, assisting in Iv’s, assisting nurses with multiple procedures
- Using Meditech and other computer systems to chart on patients
- In charge of auditing charts, answering phones, organizing paperwork and communicating with other hospitals for inter-facility transports, communications between nurses and doctors, faxing and receiving.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and efficient care in a fast-paced emergency department setting.
- Assisted medical professionals with diagnostic procedures, contributing to accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans.
- Supported physicians during emergent procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and safety at all times.
- Collected vital signs accurately and consistently, allowing for timely interventions when necessary.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
Lab Aide/ Phlebotomist
San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring all equipment was properly sanitized and stored.
- Streamlined sample processing by developing an efficient system for labeling, organizing, and storing specimens.
- Managed inventory of lab supplies and chemicals to ensure timely replenishment without interrupting ongoing research projects.
- Working and interacting with patients
- Disposed of hazardous specimens in proper containers.
- Properly labeled specimens to help each be easily identifiable by lab staff.
- Oversaw items in inventory and reordered before supplies diminished.
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
Hostess
Evergreen Nursing Home
10.2019 - 08.2020
- Interacting with patients bringing them to the dining room and preparing them for dinner
- Feeding the patients and cleaning them up, bringing them to their rooms and answering call lights.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming atmosphere by quickly addressing spills and resetting tables after guest departure.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to communicate dietary restrictions or special requests from customers, ensuring accurate meal preparation.
General Worker
North River Greenhouse and Landscaping
03.2018 - 08.2019
- Assisting Customers with needs and questions
- Completing cleaning or maintenance task around the store
- Painting and cleaning making the store look presentable
- Increased productivity with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Assisted in the successful completion of various construction projects through diligent labor and attention to detail.
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Adapted quickly to new tasks or changes in project scope, demonstrating flexibility in skillset and problem-solving abilities.
Education
No Degree - Nursing, Emergency Medicine
Trinidad State Junior College
Nursing
Alamosa High School
Alamosa 05.2022
No Degree - Athletic Training
Adams State University
11.2021
Skills
- PPE use
- Recordkeeping
- Written Communication
- Analytical Thinking
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Team building
- Relationship Building
- Customer Relations
Awards
- Certified Nursing Assistant - Trinidad State Junior College
- Basic Athletic Trainer- Adams State University
- Emergency Medical Technician - Trinidad State Junior College
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
ER Technician / Clerk
San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center
08.2021 - Current
Lab Aide/ Phlebotomist
San Luis Valley Regional Medical Center
02.2021 - 07.2021
Hostess
Evergreen Nursing Home
10.2019 - 08.2020
General Worker
North River Greenhouse and Landscaping
03.2018 - 08.2019
No Degree - Nursing, Emergency Medicine
Trinidad State Junior College
Nursing
Alamosa High School
No Degree - Athletic Training
Adams State University
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