Michelle Morris
Elbridge,NY
Summary
Certified EMT with over 20 solid years of experience in pre-hospital care. Eight-year background in a Level one trauma and emergency unit. Highly skilled at assessing vitals, performing venipuncture, and cardiac monitoring. Capable of working on a team or individually while unsupervised to accomplish goals in a timely and efficient way. Focused on delivering high quality care and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Proven ability to bring talent and expertise to growing medical communities, while using knowledge and skills to meet department needs in a demanding and fast paced environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Technician
St Joseph Hospital
06.2024 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
ER Technician
Complete Emergency Care
12.2022 - 05.2024
- Performing various procedures such as EKG’s, Peripheral IV’s, and phlebotomy running labs of patients for various medical staff
- Administer oral, medication, and intramuscular Injections
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Inserted peripheral IVs and administered non-medication IV fluids.
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further testing.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Applied critical thinking skills in various situations such as prioritizing tasks based on severity level or recognizing potential life-threatening conditions.
- Educated patients on discharge instructions comprehensively, empowering them in their own health management efforts upon leaving the facility.
- Assisted with wound care and dressing changes, promoting proper healing and preventing potential complications.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Managed inventory of supplies within the ER unit assuring proper stocking levels for daily operations.
ER Technician
Baptist Neighborhood Hospital
05.2019 - 03.2023
- Performing various procedures such as EKG's, Peripheral IV's and phlebotomy
- Running POC testing and running labs on Piccolo chemistry and Sysmex machine
- Maintaining an organized and clean environment with appropriate supplies
- Prepping examination areas prior to patient exams
- Using PICIS to maintain records of patient care, condition and progress
- Reporting and discussion of observations
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Collected vital signs accurately and consistently, allowing for timely interventions when necessary.
- Managed inventory of supplies within the ER unit assuring proper stocking levels for daily operations.
- Applied critical thinking skills in various situations such as prioritizing tasks based on severity level or recognizing potential life-threatening conditions.
- Assisted with wound care and dressing changes, promoting proper healing and preventing potential complications.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Supported physicians during emergent procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and safety at all times.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Operated medical equipment proficiently, optimizing its use for diagnostic purposes or patient monitoring.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Cleaned and set up rooms in preparation for patient appointments.
ER Technician
John Peter Smith Hospital
04.2014 - 05.2019
- Transported patients to different locations for treatments and examinations
- Precepted new EMT students to help them acclimate to the demanding environment
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Collected vital signs accurately and consistently, allowing for timely interventions when necessary.
- Performing various procedures such as EKG's, Peripheral IV’s, and phlebotomy
- Member of the Hospitals Unit Based Counsel
- Managed inventory of supplies within the ER unit assuring proper stocking levels for daily operations.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Applied critical thinking skills in various situations such as prioritizing tasks based on severity level or recognizing potential life-threatening conditions.
- Assisted with wound care and dressing changes, promoting proper healing and preventing potential complications.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Assisted medical professionals with diagnostic procedures, contributing to accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Inserted peripheral IVs and administered non-medication IV fluids.
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further testing.
- Took and recorded patients' vital signs, documenting in medical charts.
- Cleaned and set up rooms in preparation for patient appointments.
ER Technician
Cooper University Hospital
11.2005 - 06.2010
- Supported doctors with examinations of patients by taking vital signs, including blood pressure, height, and weight and drawing blood
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms
- Ensuring rooms and work areas properly stocked for medical staff
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently, minimizing discomfort to patients while obtaining necessary samples.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Assisted with wound care and dressing changes, promoting proper healing and preventing potential complications.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Took and recorded patients' vital signs, documenting in medical charts.
- Assisting doctors and nurses during numerous procedures
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
Education
Nursing
Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX11.2024
Diploma -
Overbrook High School
Pine Hill, NJ01.1993
Skills
- 12-lead EKG monitoring
- CPR
- Vital signs monitoring
- Splinting techniques
- Orthopedic splint application
- Phlebotomy
- Venipuncture
- Advanced life support
- EMT
- Multitasking
- Electronic medical record software
Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician Texas, 05/31/28
- American Heart Association CPR, 05/25
- Advanced Life Support ACLS, 05/25
Medicalskills
- Read and interpret rhythm strips
- Intravenous therapy
- Phlebotomy
- Laboratory testing
- Taking and recording vitals
- CPR
- Wound care and treatment
- Splinting
- Drawing blood
- Nursing
- Patient care
- Orthopedic splint application
- Orthopedic fitting
- 12-lead monitoring
Employee of the Month
was recognized by co-workers and Manager for Patient care and loyalty .
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
St Joseph Hospital
06.2024 - Current
ER Technician
Complete Emergency Care
12.2022 - 05.2024
ER Technician
Baptist Neighborhood Hospital
05.2019 - 03.2023
ER Technician
John Peter Smith Hospital
04.2014 - 05.2019
ER Technician
Cooper University Hospital
11.2005 - 06.2010
Diploma -
Overbrook High School
Nursing
Tarrant County College
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