Lauren Gauer
Clovis,CA
Summary
Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 15 years of healthcare experience at bedside. I am a dedicated healthcare professional, committed to helping others in their time of need. I am excellent at emergency care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician, ER
St. Agnes Medical Center
08.2020 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing attentive and compassionate care to individuals in the emergency room.
- Assisted nursing staff with various medical procedures, ensuring efficient and timely treatment for patients.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient vitals, symptoms, and medical history, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Facilitated smooth patient flow through the ER by efficiently organizing treatment spaces and coordinating with other departments as needed.
- Supported physicians during examinations, providing necessary information and assistance to ensure accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Reduced wait times for patients by effectively prioritizing tasks based on urgency and level of need.
- Improved patient outcomes by closely monitoring vital signs and reporting any significant changes to nursing staff or physicians promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive care for patients in the emergency room setting.
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills while interacting with diverse populations under stressful conditions in a fast-paced environment.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in emergency medicine and patient care techniques.
Patient Care Technician, ER
Kaweah Delta Medical Center
07.2020 - 09.2021
- Delivered high-quality care to trauma and medical patients in hospital facility.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
Patient Care Technician, ER
St. Agnes Medical Center
10.2010 - 10.2015
- Facilitated smooth patient flow through the ER by efficiently organizing treatment spaces and coordinating with other departments as needed.
- Supported physicians during examinations, providing necessary information and assistance to ensure accurate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Improved patient outcomes by closely monitoring vital signs and reporting any significant changes to nursing staff or physicians promptly.
Pathology Lab Assistant
St. Agnes Medical Center
09.2009 - 09.2010
- Enhanced lab efficiency by organizing and maintaining all pathology specimens and records.
- Assisted in the accurate diagnosis of diseases by preparing high-quality slides for pathologist review.
- Reduced turnaround time for test results by efficiently processing and staining tissue samples.
- Improved laboratory safety with strict adherence to proper specimen handling procedures and protocols.
- Assisted in developing new protocols for specimen handling, improving overall lab efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing workloads or priorities, consistently meeting deadlines without sacrificing quality or attention to detail.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
National University
Fresno, CA07.2024
Associate of Science - Biology
Fresno City College
Fresno, CA06.2013
Skills
- Pediatric Care
- Geriatric Care
- Behavioral health support
- Emergency Medical Training
- Infection prevention
- Emergency Response
- Information Protection
- Sterilization techniques
- Clinical Training
- Hospice and palliative care
- Culturally-competent care
- Professional Bedside Manner
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Patient Care Technician, ER
St. Agnes Medical Center
08.2020 - Current
Patient Care Technician, ER
Kaweah Delta Medical Center
07.2020 - 09.2021
Patient Care Technician, ER
St. Agnes Medical Center
10.2010 - 10.2015
Pathology Lab Assistant
St. Agnes Medical Center
09.2009 - 09.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
National University
Associate of Science - Biology
Fresno City College