Orlando Alvarez
1520 Estrella Noche Loop NE Rio Rancho
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Professional healthcare provider with strong expertise in patient care and support. Skilled in assisting medical staff, managing patient needs, and maintaining healthcare standards. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and reliability in fast-paced environments. Proficient in vital signs monitoring, patient mobility assistance, and medical documentation.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
SRMC
3001 Broadmoor Blvd NE Rio Rancho NM 87144
01.2023 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive healthcare environment, adhering to policies and procedures while advocating for the well-being of all patients.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
DSP
ADID Care
5115 Copper Ave NE Albuquerque NM 87108
05.2022 - 09.2024
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
Residential Instructor 1
ARCA
11200 Lomas Blvd NE
08.2016 - 10.2022
- Provided safe and compassionate assistance to those with intellectual, developmental and cognitive disabilities to live great lives.
- Taught residents life skills needed to function and provided positive reinforcement to boost confidence.
- Assisted with daily basics needs through the day with showering, feeding, doctors appointments and outings out in the community.
- Assisted with daily and scheduled medications through the day.
Education
Certificate - Medical Office Assistant
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM12.2012
GED -
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM05.2011
Certificate - CNA
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM05-2025
Skills
- Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
- Personal Care Support
- Adaptive Equipment
- Illness Adaptation
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- Basic life support
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
SRMC
01.2023 - Current
DSP
ADID Care
05.2022 - 09.2024
Residential Instructor 1
ARCA
08.2016 - 10.2022
GED -
Central New Mexico Community College
Certificate - Medical Office Assistant
Central New Mexico Community College
Certificate - CNA
Central New Mexico Community College