Assists in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
Monitor patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Assists nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
Follows directions of licensed nurses to administer treatments.
Foster strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritizes teamwork among staff members.
Perform blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
Enhance patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Pain Management Technician
Gulf Breeze Hospital
05.2022 - 10.2023
Cleaned and maintained operating equipment to keep resources in good working condition and ready for use.
Supported successful procedures by anticipating physician needs and providing necessary assistance during procedures.
Anticipated physician needs and handed instruments and supplies to physicians during procedures.
Minimized potential infections by maintaining cleanliness and sterilization of procedure rooms before and after each procedure.
Sterilized instruments and equipment for specific procedures and arranged for physicians.
Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Completed continuing education units, staying up to date on surgical technology and meeting organizational requirements.
Prepared patients for procedures by cleaning and disinfecting surgical sites and positioning patients.
Protected privacy rights of patients by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations throughout all aspects of their surgical experience.
Procedure Technician
DYNAMIC Pain And Wellness
05.2020 - 01.2022
Educated patients on expected side effects and discomfort levels post-procedure.
Transported patients to and from procedures to promote timely procedure room turnover.
Supported successful surgeries by anticipating physician needs and providing necessary assistance during procedures.
Introduced new staff members to training protocols regarding procedure room procedures, infection control, safety standards, and overall facility policies.
Sterilized instruments and disposed of medical supplies and waste following OSHA guidelines.
Sterilized instruments and equipment for specific procedures and arranged for physicians.
Created safe operating environments for invasive and non-invasive procedures.
Prepared patients for procedures by cleaning and disinfecting procedure sites and positioning patients.
Facilitated efficient post-operative processes by promptly disassembling equipment, disposing of waste materials, and transferring patients to recovery units as required.
Kept accurate records of surgeries to maintain patient confidentiality.
Maintained records to document patient medical history and surgical procedure notes.
Protected privacy rights of patients by adhering strictly to HIPAA regulations throughout all aspects of their surgical experience.
Maintained sterile fields by following aseptic techniques and adhering to infection control protocols.
Performed radiographic imaging procedures according to established protocols during procedures.
Patient Care Technician, Cardiac Unit
Baptist Hospital
03.2019 - 05.2020
Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
Delivered high-quality care to cardiac and med-surge patients in hospital facility.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Enabled increased mobility for patients by assisting with ambulation exercises and transfers using proper body mechanics techniques.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
Education Director
USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park
12.2017 - 10.2018
Coordinated interdisciplinary initiatives that promoted collaboration between departments and enhanced overall learning experiences for students.
Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.
Oversaw development and implementation of quality educational programs.
Planned, administered and controlled budgets and produced financial reports.
Represented educational program at meetings and conferences to serve as subject matter liaison for array of services and activities assigned.
Developed engaging and effective curricula for students aged 5 to 18.
Gift Shop Associate
USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park
07.2011 - 05.2017
Handled phone inquiries professionally, directing calls as needed or providing accurate information regarding products or store and park policies.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
Collaborated with team members to create eye-catching merchandise displays, attracting customer attention and boosting sales.
Welcomed visitors warmly upon entering the gift shop, fostering a positive shopping experience from the outset.
Maintained an organized and visually appealing store environment.
Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
Processed transactions efficiently, ensuring accurate payment handling and minimal wait times for customers.
Staff Nurse – Medical & Surgical Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Baptist HospitalStaff Nurse – Medical & Surgical Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Baptist Hospital