Mary Struthers

· Monitor, assess, and document vital signs; perform point-of-care testing including blood glucose, phlebotomy, bladder scans, and 12-lead EKGs

· Implement rigorous infection control and patient safety protocols – including hourly rounds, fall prevention, alarm response, and strict PPE adherence

· Collaborate dynamically with interdisciplinary teams – communicating critical changes, supporting patient flow, and contributing to emergent care plans

· Demonstrate rapid critical thinking and composure in high-pressure scenarios, optimizing care during trauma activations and unexpected emergencies.

· Crisis and emergency readiness – support physicians, nursing, and behavioral health staff in high-acuity medical and psychiatric emergency settings.

· Adapt communication and care approaches to provide respectful, culturally competent care to a diverse patient population, effectively supporting individuals across varied backgrounds.

· Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.

· Administered daily and emergency medications per physician instructions - monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.

· Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.

· Utilized American Sign Language and PODD communication devices to support nonverbal patients