Kim Brison
Louisville,KY
Summary
Highly experienced Emergency Department Technician offering 30-year background in trauma and emergency unit. Proven leader successful in working as part of larger team to deliver high-quality care and achieve optimal patient outcomes. Passionate and possessing expert knowledge of medical terminology and medical equipment operations.Trustworthy and responsible professional comfortable working in fast-paced environment and adapting quickly to changes. Highly skilled in assisting physicians and nurses with wide range of bedside procedures, cleaning and restocking treatment areas and maintaining highest standards of safety. Devoted focused on delivering top-notch support. Reliable in handling personal and medical needs for diverse patients. Well-trained and always ready to learn new skills.Hardworkingand team player
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Room Technician
Baptist Health Medical Center 502.897.8100
Louisville, KY
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Monitored patients' comfort and safety during examinations and tests to alert physicians of abnormalities and changes in patient response.
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher or bed to other units.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
Intake
Louisville Orthopedic Clinic (502) 897-1794
Louisville, KY
08.2018 - 11.2021
- Completed intake assessment forms and filed clients' charts.
- Answered phone calls and provided new clients with required paperwork to initiate service.
- Offered compassionate and attentive guidance to patients during moments of crisis and trauma.
- Worked with clinical and operations teams to facilitate client placement and obtain appropriate services for clients.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions and direct calls to staff.
- Carried out front office duties utilizing data entry skills in framework of medical database.
- Greeted visitors and initiated triage processes for clients to streamline patient flow.
- Received and routed laboratory results to correct clinical staff members.
Emergency Medical Technician
St Marys And Elizabeth Hospital (502)361-6000
Louisville, KY
02.2005 - 08.2018
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Used [Equipment] to administer treatments in [Type] situations with accuracy, safety and speed.
CNA
Lehigh Valley Hospital (610) 402-8000
Allentown, PA
07.1999 - 08.2001
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in [Number]-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Education
CNA
Community College
Allentown Pa05.1999
High School Diploma -
William Allen High School
Allentown, PA06.1984
Skills
- Nursing Assistance
- Specimen Delivery
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Blood Pressure Measurement
- Emergency Room Care
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Orthopedic Traction
- Proper Waste Disposal
- Patient Medical Histories
- Pulse Oximetry
- Clerical Support
- Staffing Requirements
- Post-Mortem Care
- Medication Prescription
- Critical Care Unit (CCU)
- Emergency Patient Triage
- Medical Emergency Response
- Answering Questions
- Casting and Splinting
- Patient Data Management Systems
Accomplishments
Won a daisy award twice,Won Tech of the month twice throughout the years.Management and staff always compliment and recognize my hard work.
Timeline
Emergency Room Technician
Baptist Health Medical Center 502.897.8100
11.2021 - 07.2022
Intake
Louisville Orthopedic Clinic (502) 897-1794
08.2018 - 11.2021
Emergency Medical Technician
St Marys And Elizabeth Hospital (502)361-6000
02.2005 - 08.2018
CNA
Lehigh Valley Hospital (610) 402-8000
07.1999 - 08.2001
CNA
Community College
High School Diploma -
William Allen High School
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