Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Volunteer Experience
Timeline
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Karen Dirocie

Laredo,TX

Summary

Focused patient care professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering basic patient care. Offers 12 years of comprehensive experience in recording vital signs, collecting specimens and preparing accurate documentation. Recognized by patients for delivering five-star patient care. Soon to relocate to Katy, TX , seeking for job opportunities. Currently working on getting my real estate license. I am passionate in everything I do, I am also self-motivated and a true team player.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Laredo Rehabilitation Hospital
Laredo, TX
08.2019 - Current
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.

Community Outreach Specialist

Texas A&M University
Laredo, TX
07.2017 - 07.2019
  • Acted as main point of contact between management, clinical staffs and external community.
  • Connected individuals with available and relevant resources.
  • Networked with local organizations, leaders and consumers, resulting in establishment of new and lasting partnerships and relationships.
  • Developed presentations for public events, community groups and school assemblies.

Nurse Assistant

Laredo Medical Center
Laredo, TX
11.2010 - 02.2018
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Utilized nursing knowledge to identify patient needs and offer appropriate remedies.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Cashier

Burger King
Laredo, TX
06.2006 - 04.2009
  • Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Martin High School
Laredo, TX
05.2008

Skills

  • Teamwork
  • Empathy
  • Time management
  • Adaptability
  • Communication
  • Customer Experience
  • Calm and Professional Under Pressure
  • Courteous with Strong Service Mindset
  • Active Listening

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Volunteer Experience

Volunteer Experience

  • Volunteered at The Night to Shine Event(Feb2019)
  • Annual Homeless Count(Jan2019)

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

Laredo Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2019 - Current

Community Outreach Specialist

Texas A&M University
07.2017 - 07.2019

Nurse Assistant

Laredo Medical Center
11.2010 - 02.2018

Cashier

Burger King
06.2006 - 04.2009

High School Diploma -

Martin High School
Karen Dirocie