Kristy Harrell
Ellijay,GA
Summary
Patient-focused and results-oriented with 20 years of medical field experience. All way's looking new challenges and learning new things.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Endoscopy Technician
Piedmont Hospital
02.2023 - Current
- Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
- Assisted physicians in performing upper and lower gastrointestinal examinations, esophageal dilation and biliary stent placements and Banding.
- Retrieved and disposed of specimens according to established protocols.
- Cleaned and disinfected endoscopic equipment and scopes according to infection control guidelines and standards.
Pct/Secretary
Piedmont Hospital
09.2022 - 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.
PCT/SECRETARY Behavioral Health/MedSurg
Northside Hospital Cherokee
02.2021 - 09.2022
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Documented observations and baseline measurements in medical records such as bp,blood sugar,temperature, heart rate, respiration. Also clean central lines, and do Foley care
- Assisted in providing patients with nutritional needs by transporting food trays and aiding with feeding.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing .
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently. Put charts together, answer phones, put orders in etc.
Endoscopy Technician/Anesthesia Technician
Orlando Health St Cloud Hospital
08.2016 - 11.2020
- Assists with patient preparation and positioning in Endoscopy suite
- Under direct supervision of endoscopy physician, assists with procedures ERCP'S, Bronchoscopies, Colonoscopies.Egds's
- Obtains tissue specimens for biopsy under direction of Endoscopy physician
- Handles, cleans, and processes endoscopes with knowledge of infection control policies
- Operates custom ultrasonic sterile processing system
- Collects and maintains records of scopes processed as well as quality assurance data
- Completes all competencies associated with position
- Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags. Help turn over or rooms etc
ER Technician
Orlando Health St Cloud Hospital
02.2009 - 08.2016
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher or bed to other units.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Administered basic wound care, insertion of Foley catheters and nasogastric tubes.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures.
- Collected basic samples such as blood, urine and stool, labeling specimens properly and transferring to laboratory for testing.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
Patient Care Technician
WellStar Health System
08.2004 - 12.2008
- 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.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Assisted in providing patients with nutritional needs by transporting food trays and aiding with feeding.
- Documented observations and baseline measurements in medical records.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity and bathing bedbound individuals. Draw Blood,etc.
Education
High School Diploma -
Osborne High School
Marietta, GA06.1996
No Degree - Cna
Chattahoochee Technical College
Marietta, GAPCT/CNA
Medix School
Smyrna, GA04.2004
SGNA (Society of Gastroenterology Nurses And Assoc
On Line Class
10.2016
Certification
- Patient Care Tech/Cna
- BLS
- (SGNA) Society of Gastroenterology Nurse and Associates
Timeline
Endoscopy Technician
Piedmont Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Pct/Secretary
Piedmont Hospital
09.2022 - Current
PCT/SECRETARY Behavioral Health/MedSurg
Northside Hospital Cherokee
02.2021 - 09.2022
Endoscopy Technician/Anesthesia Technician
Orlando Health St Cloud Hospital
08.2016 - 11.2020
ER Technician
Orlando Health St Cloud Hospital
02.2009 - 08.2016
Patient Care Technician
WellStar Health System
08.2004 - 12.2008
High School Diploma -
Osborne High School
No Degree - Cna
Chattahoochee Technical College
PCT/CNA
Medix School
SGNA (Society of Gastroenterology Nurses And Assoc
On Line Class
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