Rachel Jaramillo

• Implemented uses of new technology for transporters, computer updates and changes within Epic.
• Interviewed numerous potential candidates for transport and knowledgeable in the interview process and questionnaire.
• Worked alongside management for any concerns or room for improvement in patient care within the hospital and within transport.
• Responsible for assuring that each shift was adequately staffed.
• Calaborated with director for performance evaluations.

• Provided assistance to nursing staff within the surgical unit and recovery unit.
• Assisted in the preparation of surgery which includes charting of patient vital signs, nasal prep, chlorehexidine surgical site prep, depilatory over necessary surgical sites.
• Transport patients as needed to and from restroom, during discharge from hospital, IV removal, safe keeping of belongings.
• Responsible for updating nursing staff on patient changes before and after surgical procedure.
• Receiving calls from units and family members regarding patient status and care plans.
• Acquired patient weight, height and personal information prior to surgical preparation. .

• Responsible for dialysis machine tubing set up, patient charting, cleaning and following orders regarding dialysate fluid bath.
• Knowledgeable in water safety testing and measurement prior to patient treatment.
• Worked in a fast paced manner in assessing adequate bruit and thrill in fistulas, patient cannulation, sudden machine malfunctions and maintenance before, during and after treatment.
• Assessed blood pressures, heart rate and patient status and reported to the nurse unless treatable by technician.
• Required to assess any blood draw needed from patient to update physician on their ongoing care.

• Provided care and comfort for numerous patients on assigned hospital floor.
• Responsible for timely charting of patient activities as well as communication between nurses and doctors of patient status.
• Knowledgeable in proper perineal care, patient ambulation, mental status and proper bedside manner.
• Responsible for shift duties as needed which includes invasive procedures including CBG checks, IV removal, changing out CBI irrigation, assistance in placement of foley catheters.
• Reporting escalation of care to assigned nurse, deescalation of hostile patient or family.

• Provided transportation to patients by wheelchair or bed to their designated are of care in a fast but manageable amount of time.
• Assisted with walking and transferring patients to and from procedural beds as well as using the necessary equipment if needed (I.E oxygen, walker.)
• Knowledgeable in patient safety and patient communication while transporting, communication with nurses and doctors regarding patient status,
• Equipment troubleshooting and maintenance reporting.
• Providing patient care with excellent bedside manner and assisting patients within the scope of practice.
• Keeping cleanliness of hospital equipment to prevent infectious diseases.

• Proficiently trained newly hired transportation staff in computer use and equipment use.
• Communicated with management throughout hospital for changes in patient care, areas for improvement in patient transport functionality and equipment.
• Attended daily huddle meetings with management regarding hospital status.
• Primary receiver of calls from multiple units regarding patient status, transport wait times and transport expedite in the command center.

• Proficiently provided cleaning services as needed to entire hospital setting.
• Knowledgeable in hospital grade cleaning products, infectious disposal handling and cleaning equipment.
• Warmly greeted patients and provided daily cleanings of their rooms in their stay and
• Responsible for cleaning infectious rooms that require donning and doffing PPE.
• Responsible for stocking supplies through out the hospital as well as the housekeeping storage.

Demonstrated proficiency in cleaning for the entire restaurant. Included tables, floors, outdoor furniture, dishes and restrooms. Gained knowledge in proper food safety and handling as well as cleaning products.