Laela Walker
Columbus,OH
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with experience at Banner - University Medical Center South, adept in vital signs monitoring and medical supply management. Excelled in providing critical support and enhancing patient care through effective problem-solving and task prioritization. Proven track record in improving mission effectiveness and patient satisfaction by leveraging both hard and soft skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Combat Medic (68W)
US Army Reserve
03.2022 - Current
- Assisted in the development and execution of realistic training scenarios simulating battlefield injuries, honing both individual proficiencies and collective teamwork capabilities within the unit.
- Served as advisor for unit leaders on healthcare-related matters during training, leveraging medical knowledge to promote informed decision-making.
- Improved overall mission effectiveness by providing critical medical support in various environments.
- Completed patient care reports and checklists of daily duties per established military practices, guidelines, and regulations.
- Maintained operational readiness with thorough inventory management of medical supplies and equipment.
Patient Care Technician
Banner -University Medical Center South
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, providing direct patient care, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
EMT
American Medical Response
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Maintained a clean and organized ambulance, ensuring optimal readiness for emergency calls.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for effective emergency response.
- Improved patient care by efficiently assessing and stabilizing patients during medical emergencies.
- Increased patient comfort during transport by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Ensured patient safety by properly utilizing immobilization devices and administering appropriate treatments.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Tifflin University
Tifflin, OH05-2027
Emergency Medical Technician
Pima Joint Technical Education District (JTED)
Tucson, AZ05-2022
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Airway management
- Medical equipment maintenance
- Medical supply management
- Task prioritization
- Problem-solving aptitude
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Banner -University Medical Center South
12.2023 - 06.2024
Combat Medic (68W)
US Army Reserve
03.2022 - Current
EMT
American Medical Response
02.2022 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Tifflin University
Emergency Medical Technician
Pima Joint Technical Education District (JTED)
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