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Education
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Certification
Accomplishments
Activities
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Kelly Lorenzo

Minneola,FL

Summary

Trustworthy caregiver experienced in hospital settings. Professional and empathetic attributes are my goals of service daily. Talented at assisting nurses to accomplish the best patient care and helping patients feel whole. I aim to become a firefighter/paramedic, enabling me to optimize my patient care in acute settings. Highly skilled in patient care, including specimen collection and preparation, patient ambulation, and vital sign measurement. Knowledgeable in infection control procedures and direct patient care best practices. A highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Proficient at working effectively and quickly in mastering new skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Endoscopy Technician

Advent Health Orlando
Orlando, FL
11.2022 - Current
  • Assisted physicians with endoscopic procedures such as bronchoscopies, esophagogastroduodenoscopies, colonoscopies, sigmoidoscopies, and enteroscopies, and collected fine needle aspirated specimens for review by the pathologist, cryotherapy biopsies, and polypectomies.
  • Communicating effectively with nursing staff about patient needs throughout procedure processes.
  • Debriefed with all staff in the procedures on what specimen was collected by effectively using closed-loop communication during and after the procedure.
  • Assisted in training new staff members on the proper operation of endoscopic equipment.
  • Prepared rooms for endoscopic procedures according to established protocols.
  • Adhered to operating and safety procedures during cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing endoscopes and Robotic/Cautery equipment.
  • Transported and helped patients prior to and following procedures.
  • Maintained accurate logs documenting maintenance performed on scopes and other equipment used in the Endoscopy Suite.
  • Use aseptic techniques to sterilize endoscopes, forceps, snares, and other endoscopic tools and equipment.
  • Ensured that all instruments used during endoscopic procedures were functioning properly before use.
  • Set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming operations.
  • Cared for patients undergoing endoscopy procedures and transitioned from pre- to post-procedure care.
  • Followed nurses' instructions and physicians' orders when administering endoscopically injected medications.
  • Maintained endoscopy equipment, including cleaning, sterilizing and troubleshooting.
  • Assisted nursing staff with obtaining vital statistics and applied monitoring equipment to prepare patients for procedures.

Virtual Connection Specialist

AdventHealth
Orlando, FL
09.2021 - 11.2022
  • Facilitated virtual connections between patients and their family members when patients were no longer able to use their devices due to severe hypoxia or being intubated in the COVID-19 critical care units.
  • Coached patients in preparation to see their family members, including children, to see their family member virtually or in person for the first time intubated or critically ill.
  • Instructed family on effectively donning the correct personal protective equipment when in-person visitation was permitted.
  • Minimized exposure by scheduling visitation to ensure the safety of non-COVID patients and staff.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure workflow processes regarding patient-family communication was efficient.
  • Created age-appropriate activities for hospitalized patients.
  • Facilitated group activities for hospitalized mothers in the high-risk OB unit.
  • Collaborated with medical staff to ensure patient safety during play and leisure activities.
  • Organized special events such as weddings, birthday parties, and holiday celebrations for hospitalized patients during the COVID-19 no-visitation policy.
  • Maintained professional relationships with other departments within the hospital setting.
  • Counseled patients who are experiencing grief due to illness or death of a family member.
  • Assisted families in understanding medical procedures and treatments such as ventilators and prone positioning in the ICU setting only after they discussed with the clinical staff that they needed further clarification or simplification for children.
  • Recruited, trained, evaluated, and supervised departmental personnel.

Patient Transporter

Advent Health Orlando
Orlando, FL
10.2019 - 09.2020
  • Transport patients within the campus at Advent Health Orlando
  • Responsibilities include ensuring a smooth transition from one department to the other while maintaining patient comfort in high regard.
  • Part of my duties as a patient transporter involves effective communication between myself and thenursing staff.
  • Working side by side with nurses to ensure the patient’s needs are addressed and taken care of before and after transport of the patient.
  • Lifted patients using proper body mechanics and lifting techniques.
  • Greeted patient and explained transport plan and destination.
  • Followed all safety guidelines while transporting patients in a wheelchair or bed.
  • Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations concerning the confidentiality of patient information.
  • Secured IV connections, tubing, and other medical devices for safe transport.
  • Performed routine maintenance, testing, and calibration of medical equipment such as wheelchairs, stretchers, and beds.

Volunteer

Advent Health Celebration Baby Place
Celebration
02.2017 - 09.2019
  • Transported patients from The Baby Place to their vehicles and/or the pharmacy located in the lobby at Advent Health Celebration
  • Assist patients with anything that they may need to ensure their stay was comfortable
  • Put together 'My Care' folders and discharge packets for the patients
  • Assist nurses in moving patients in beds from room to room as well as with basic patient care
  • Set up postpartum rooms
  • Breakdown, build, and organize patient charts.

Education

CNA -

Florida CNA Online
05-2021

AA Nursing -

Lake Sumter College

High School Diploma -

Penn Foster High School

Skills

  • Interpersonal communications
  • Good motivator
  • Empathetic Caregiver
  • Quick learner and goal-oriented
  • Strong work ethic
  • Work well as part of a team
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • System Troubleshooting
  • Customer Service in the patient care setting
  • Written/Verbal Communication
  • Works Well Under Pressure
  • Attention to Detail
  • Infection Control
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Vital Sign Monitoring
  • Specimen Collection
  • Basic Life Support
  • Direct Patient Care

Certification

  • EMT, Graduating in May 2024
  • BLS, October 2019 - current.

Accomplishments

  • Known to be a leader in my Virtual Connections role with Advent Health, I trained all new staff and helped troubleshoot when necessary.
  • My leadership and the pulmonary interventionalist selected me to be part of the endoscopic pulmonary intervention team, and I am currently a member.

Activities

I enjoy experiencing the outdoors on my time off, spending time with my family and close friends, and learning to play the Ukulele and guitar. It’s difficult to be self-taught, but I enjoy the challenge. Playing instruments is my go-to activity when I feel a need to be distracted, as it really calms me. Immersing myself in what I am playing is a total stress relief.

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Endoscopy Technician

Advent Health Orlando
11.2022 - Current

Virtual Connection Specialist

AdventHealth
09.2021 - 11.2022

Patient Transporter

Advent Health Orlando
10.2019 - 09.2020

Volunteer

Advent Health Celebration Baby Place
02.2017 - 09.2019

CNA -

Florida CNA Online

AA Nursing -

Lake Sumter College

High School Diploma -

Penn Foster High School

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