Melissa Garcia
Las Cruces,NM
Summary
Patient-oriented professional bringing several-year background to growing organization having experience in both the outpatient setting as well as the hospital setting, looking to serve as company liaison to promote positive business relations with potential vendors and clients. Organized and experienced to complete reports. Strong skills in time management and prioritizing tasks.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
Las Cruces, NM
07.2021 - Current
- Assisted in the preparation of dialysis equipment and supplies for treatments.
- Monitored dialysis machine operation and patient vital signs during treatment.
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatments, fluid intake and output, and other pertinent data.
- Ensured that all safety guidelines were followed while providing treatment to patients.
- Calibrated dialysis machines according to established protocols prior to use.
- Conducted pre-dialysis assessments including measurements of weight, temperature, pulse rate and respiration rate.
- Discontinued dialysis treatment according to established procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to enhance patient care.
- Monitored patient reactions and machine operation during dialysis treatment.
- Provided excellent customer service by effectively communicating with patients, families, staff and staff in other hospital departments.
Emergency Room Technician
Mountain View Regional Medical Center
Las Cruces, NM
02.2015 - Current
- Provided patient care by taking vital signs, inserting IVs, and drawing blood.
- Maintained supplies in the Emergency Room including stocking shelves and disposing of outdated or expired items.
- Transported patients from the ER to other departments or units throughout the hospital as needed.
- Assisted with resuscitation efforts in life-threatening situations such as cardiac arrest or trauma cases.
- Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to determine needs and support daily objectives.
- Liaised with healthcare teams to deliver and manage care in patient homes.
- Responded to cardiac monitor alarms and other codes requiring immediate response.
- Facilitated communication patients, visitors, nurses, physicians and other hospital personnel.
Teacher's Assistant
The Children's Garden
Las Cruces, NM
03.2012 - 01.2015
- Helped teacher plan lessons utilizing various teaching strategies including hands-on activities and technology integration.
- Greeted parents at school events to provide information about curriculum and activities.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop instructional plans that meet individual student needs.
- Created visual aids such as bulletin boards or displays to enhance the learning environment.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Acted as a liaison between students and faculty, facilitating communication and understanding.
Education
EMT-ADVANCED - Emergency Medicine
New Mexico State University - Dona Ana Community College
Las Cruces, NM02-2018
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient relationship management
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Relations
- Family Education
- Equipment Setup
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compliance with regulatory guidelines
- Treatment Documentation
- Hemodialysis treatment
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Health Education
- Equipment Maintenance
- Emergency Response
Certification
- BLS
Timeline
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
07.2021 - Current
Emergency Room Technician
Mountain View Regional Medical Center
02.2015 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
The Children's Garden
03.2012 - 01.2015
- BLS
EMT-ADVANCED - Emergency Medicine
New Mexico State University - Dona Ana Community College
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