Marianne Shauf
Addison,IL
Summary
Dynamic Endoscopy Technician with over 5 years of experience at Duly, skilled in streamlining procedures and enhancing patient comfort. BLS certified, I excel in inventory management and training staff, ensuring adherence to safety protocols while fostering a collaborative environment. Proven ability to reduce procedure times and improve care quality.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Endoscopy Technician
Northwest Healthcare (DuPage Medical Group, Duly)
08.2015 - Current
- Assists healthcare professionals during procedures, providing necessary instruments and support for optimal patient care.
- Implements process improvements that streamlined workflow within the endoscopy unit, reducing procedure times effectively.
- Conducts inventory management for endoscopy supplies, ensuring availability while minimizing waste and costs.
- Improves patient comfort during endoscopic procedures by providing attentive care and maintaining a calming environment.
- Ensures timely completion of endoscopic procedures by effectively assisting physicians with scope insertions, biopsies, and polypectomies.
- Maintains all safety protocols and processes when cleaning and disinfecting endoscopes.
- Communicates with other team members regarding delays and cancellations.
Endoscopy Technician
St. Alexius Medical Center
10.2008 - 07.2015
- Operated endoscopic equipment ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.
- Trained new staff on endoscopy protocols, fostering a culture of safety and excellence in care delivery.
- 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.
- Efficiently set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming procedures.
- Assisted in the collection of diagnostic specimens during endoscopic procedures, ensuring proper labeling and handling for accurate laboratory analysis.
- Reduced risk of infection through meticulous cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance of endoscopes and accessories.
- Ensured timely completion of endoscopic procedures by effectively assisting physicians with scope insertions, biopsies, and polypectomies.
- Maintained all safety protocols and processes when cleaning, disinfecting and sterilizing endoscopes and related equipment.
- Assisted physicians in performing colonoscopies, EGDs, bronchoscopies, and EUS( endoscopy ultrasound).
Patient Care Technician
Alexian Brothers Medical Center
09.2004 - 10.2008
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Prepared and maintained patient rooms for admissions, discharges, and transfers, ensuring readiness and comfort.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures to support patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs for early detection of medical issues, ensuring timely intervention.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Patient Care Technician
Swedish Covenant Hospital
01.2000 - 06.2004
- Assisted nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions for effective treatment planning.
- Supported patients with daily living activities, enhancing their overall well-being and independence.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and streamline care processes.
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care procedures and hospital policies.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Our Lady of Resurrection
07.1999 - 01.2000
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting comfort and hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and safety protocols.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient environments, ensuring compliance with infection control standards.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Education
Nursing
Truman College
Chicago, ILSkills
Certified Nursing Assistant
BLS certified
Endoscopy Lead technician- 4 years
Timeline
Endoscopy Technician
Northwest Healthcare (DuPage Medical Group, Duly)
08.2015 - Current
Endoscopy Technician
St. Alexius Medical Center
10.2008 - 07.2015
Patient Care Technician
Alexian Brothers Medical Center
09.2004 - 10.2008
Patient Care Technician
Swedish Covenant Hospital
01.2000 - 06.2004
Certified Nursing Assistant
Our Lady of Resurrection
07.1999 - 01.2000
Nursing
Truman College
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