Kristen Elwood
Highland,IN
Summary
Patient-focused Emergency Technican with 6 years of experience. Expert in all elements of patient care and successful in working as part of team to treat wide range of medical conditions. Skilled in prioritizing patients' needs within high-stress environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Department Technician
Community Health Systems, CHS
12.2021 - Current
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Assisted doctors with examinations of patients by taking vital signs and drawing blood.
- Applied orthopedic devices such as splints.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
Patient Care Technician
Franciscan Health Munster
09.2019 - 08.2022
- 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.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Patient Care Technician
Franciscan Health Dyer
02.2018 - 09.2019
- 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.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
Valparaiso, IN12.2023
Skills
- Patient Transport
- Patient Registration
- Wound Care
- Medical Terminology
- Orthopedic Splint Application
- 12-Lead EKG Monitoring
- Phlebotomy
- Collecting Medical Samples
- Basic Patient Care
- CPR
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
Emergency Department Technician
Community Health Systems, CHS
12.2021 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Franciscan Health Munster
09.2019 - 08.2022
Patient Care Technician
Franciscan Health Dyer
02.2018 - 09.2019
Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College
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