Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Kristen Green

Middleboro,MA

Summary

Dedicated Endoscopy Technician at Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, skilled in infection control and patient-centered care. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and streamline procedures through effective collaboration with healthcare teams. BLS certified, with a strong commitment to continuous improvement and maintaining high standards in endoscopic practices.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Endoscopy Technician

Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital
12.2020 - Current
  • Advanced skillset through participation in specialized trainings on various types of endoscopic equipment, broadening capabilities as a technician.
  • Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
  • Collaborated with physicians and nurses to develop individualized patient care plans focused on maximizing comfort and minimizing anxiety levels.
  • Improved patient comfort during endoscopic procedures by providing attentive care and maintaining a calming environment.
  • Handled inventory and preparation for upcoming procedures by ordering supplies and ensuring rooms were stocked and set-up for patients.
  • Assisted in the collection of diagnostic specimens during endoscopic procedures, ensuring proper labeling and handling for accurate laboratory analysis.
  • Assisted physicians and nursing staff with various tasks and responsibilities during procedures.
  • Efficiently set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming procedures.
  • Transferred scopes to appropriate department for repairs and maintenance.
  • Ensured timely completion of endoscopic procedures by effectively assisting physicians with scope insertions, biopsies, and polypectomies.
  • Prepared patients for procedures to assist doctors, nurses and support staff.
  • Reduced risk of infection through meticulous cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance of endoscopes and accessories.
  • Supported physicians and nursing staff during procedures.
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement initiatives within the department, participating in regular staff meetings focused on enhancing performance standards.
  • Maintained all safety protocols and processes when cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
  • Streamlined workflow within the endoscopy unit by effectively coordinating room schedules and ensuring prompt turnaround times between procedures.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry best practices through ongoing professional development opportunities and training seminars.

Endoscopy Attendant

Beth Israel Deaconess
12.2018 - 12.2020
  • Kept facilities clean, neat, and organized to give areas professional and fresh appeal.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve overall service quality.
  • Clean and sterilize Endoscopes and other equipment: according to manufacturer guidelines and facility standards.
  • Maintain inventories: of endoscopic equipment and supplies.
  • Preform safety checks: on equipment to ensure proper functioning.


Certified Nursing Assistant

Beth Israel Deconess Hospital
06.2015 - 12.2018
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Streamlined communication between nursing staff, patients, and families to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.

Education

Liberal Arts And Sciences

Massasoit Community College, Brockton, MA

High School Diploma -

Blue Hills Regional Technical School, Canton, MA
06-1988

Skills

  • Demonstrating responsiveness to the needs of patients, their families and healthcare team obtaining vital signs, weight, wound care, daily activities, emotional resilience to support patient well-being Assist with daily hygiene and grooming Transferring patients from bed-chair, repositioning patients in bed
  • Infection Control: Preforming high-level disinfection, sterilization, and other infection control procedures for endoscopic instruments
  • Collaborating effectively with physicians, nurses, and other care providers
  • BLS Certified
  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Certified Nursing Assistant

Timeline

Endoscopy Technician - Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital
12.2020 - Current
Endoscopy Attendant - Beth Israel Deaconess
12.2018 - 12.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant - Beth Israel Deconess Hospital
06.2015 - 12.2018
Massasoit Community College - , Liberal Arts And Sciences
Blue Hills Regional Technical School - High School Diploma,
Kristen Green