Lorretta Nwaneri
Dallas,TX
Summary
Skilled in microscopy and demonstrating exceptional attention to detail, I significantly enhanced patient care and research outcomes at UTSW Medical Center. My expertise spans clinical trials, laboratory management, and vital signs monitoring, complemented by strong communication skills. Achievements include streamlining organ preparation processes and advancing clinical research through meticulous data collection and analysis.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transplant Technician
UTSW Transplant Service Center
Dallas, TX
05.2024 - Current
- Responsible for recovering and preparing tissue, organs, and corneas for transplant, education and research.
- Collecting tissue from the body, ensuring that the donor is eligible, then document the process
- Organ, Tissue, and Cornea recovery technician.
EKG Technician
UTSW Medical Center
Dallas, TX
04.2023 - 02.2024
- Administered testing with electrocardiogram for patients experiencing events and as screening tool.
- Educated patients on testing and preparation steps prior to procedure.
- Supported clinical research efforts by collecting and organizing EKG data for use in scientific studies.
- Provided valuable assistance during emergencies, quickly setting up necessary equipment for life-saving interventions.
- Ensured compliance with hospital standards by following strict safety and sanitation guidelines during EKG tests.
- Contributed to a well-functioning medical team by providing timely updates on patient status and test results to physicians.
- Scheduled patients for testing and conducted follow up calls to confirm and answer questions.
- Monitored patient activity during stress test to record data.
Mental Health Technician
UBH Denton
Denton, TX
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Monitored patients'' progress, documenting changes in behavior and updating treatment plans accordingly.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
Education
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Administration
Centric Nursing
Garland, TX10.2018
Bachelors In Biology Pre Med - Biology
Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TXAssociates In Arts And Science - Cell Biology
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ07.2017
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Microscopy
- Laboratory management
- Research and development
- Clinical trials
- Microbiology (3 years)
- Laboratory experience
- Vital signs (8 years )
- Documentation review
- Clinical research
- Observation documentation, electronic record keeping , caregiver relation, EMR updating multitasking priorities
- Medical Terminology
- Written and verbal communication (7 years)
Certification
CNA Certification
CPR /AED Certification
BLS Certification
Timeline
Transplant Technician
UTSW Transplant Service Center
05.2024 - Current
EKG Technician
UTSW Medical Center
04.2023 - 02.2024
Mental Health Technician
UBH Denton
10.2022 - 04.2023
Associate Degree In Nursing - Nursing Administration
Centric Nursing
Bachelors In Biology Pre Med - Biology
Dallas Baptist University
Associates In Arts And Science - Cell Biology
University of Phoenix