Midori Alvarez Butler
Fresno,CA
Summary
Seasoned Emergency Medical Technician / LVN and Phlebotomist with a proven track record at Kaiser Permanente and Valley Children's Hospital Madera. Expert in vital signs monitoring and CPR, demonstrating critical decision-making skills. Trained new phlebotomists, enhancing care quality. Excelled in fast-paced settings, significantly reducing sample mislabeling.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Medical Technician / LVN
Kaiser Permanente
11.2013 - Current
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Enhanced patient care by providing assistance to nurses and physicians during medical procedures.
- Assisted doctors with examinations of patients by taking vital signs and drawing blood.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Enhanced patient comfort, adjusting beds and helping with mobility as needed.
Emergency Department Technician / Phlebotomist
Valley Children's Hospital Madera
06.1999 - 08.2016
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Improved patient care by efficiently performing emergency room procedures such as wound dressing, splinting, and CPR.
- Facilitated quick response to cardiac emergencies by proficiently operating EKG machines and monitoring results.
- Performed venipunctures, finger sticks and heel sticks for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Adhered to HIPAA standards and maintained patient confidentiality in all interactions.
- Identified veins suitable for venipuncture with precision, minimizing discomfort for patients.
- Ensured proper identification and documentation of samples, significantly reducing instances of mislabeling.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Verified patients' identification for proper sample collection.
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Participated in continuous education programs to stay updated on latest phlebotomy techniques and safety standards.
- Trained new phlebotomists in proper blood collection techniques and safety protocols, elevating overall quality of care.
Education
Certificate - Phlebotomy Technician
California Department of Public Health
Fresno, CA07-2024
Certificate - IV Therapy And Blood Withdraw
Central Valley Medical
Madera, CA11-2023
Certificate - License Vocational Nursing
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
Fresno, CA10-2023
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- CPR and First Aid
- Critical decision-making skills
- Vital signs monitoring
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- First Aid Certification
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Emergency Medical Technician / LVN
Kaiser Permanente
11.2013 - Current
Emergency Department Technician / Phlebotomist
Valley Children's Hospital Madera
06.1999 - 08.2016
Certificate - Phlebotomy Technician
California Department of Public Health
Certificate - IV Therapy And Blood Withdraw
Central Valley Medical
Certificate - License Vocational Nursing
Gurnick Academy of Medical Arts
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