Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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St. John Externships
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Melany Rivas

Tulsa

Summary

Experienced Patient Care Technician with strong problem-solving and communication skills. Eager to develop critical skills in a high-intensity cardiovascular intensive care environment, including patient management and emergency response.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Ascension St. John Hospital
04.2024 - Current
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records for continuity of care.
  • Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.

Certified Medication Aide

Emerald Care Center, Clipboard Health
12.2023 - 12.2024
  • Prepared medication doses accurately by following the medication administration record (MAR) written by healthcare providers.
  • Performed respiratory treatments including nebulizer therapy, inhaler administration, and oxygen monitoring under RN supervision.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks of medications and supplies for timely replenishment.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Emerald Care Center, Clipboard Health
12.2021 - 05.2024
  • Assisted in daily living activities, promoting patient comfort and independence.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Oral Roberts University
Tulsa, OK
05-2026

Skills

  • CPR/AED Certified
  • Basic Life Support
  • Telemetry Monitoring
  • Collecting Vitals
  • ADL Assistance
  • Fluent in Spanish

St. John Externships

  • Telemetry/Renal - May-July 2024; September-November 2024
  • Operating Room - January-March 2025
  • Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) - May-July 2025; September - November 2025 (current)

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

Ascension St. John Hospital
04.2024 - Current

Certified Medication Aide

Emerald Care Center, Clipboard Health
12.2023 - 12.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Emerald Care Center, Clipboard Health
12.2021 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Oral Roberts University