Raquel Zevallos
Uncasville,CT
Summary
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment. Skilled Patient Care Technician offering demonstrated expertise in patient support developed over 31 years of healthcare experience. Skilled at supporting transports, ambulating patients and charting updates. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature. Patient-focused [Job Title] with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families. Proactive worker committed to helping Lawrence Memorial provide top-notch patient care. Fantastic attention to detail and multitasking abilities. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level PCA position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
OR Assistant
Yale New Haven Lawrence Memorial Hospital
12.2022 - Current
- Maintained compliance with labor laws by conducting thorough audits of HR practices and policies.
- Updated and maintained employee attendance records.
- Improved employee satisfaction by streamlining HR processes and implementing efficient systems.
- Assisted in creating competitive compensation packages, researching industry benchmarks, and analyzing internal data to inform decisions.
- Complied with all relevant regulations and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment at all times within the operating room setting.
- Paid close attention to operating procedures for adherence to established surgical techniques.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate smooth handoffs during shift changes or transitions in care.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens through accurate labeling, documentation, and transportation to labs for analysis.
- Maintained equipment and supplies, confirming sufficient inventory levels prior to procedures.
- Verified compliance with sterile field protocols, immediately reporting breaches to [Type] supervisor during procedures.
- Played a crucial role in emergency situations by remaining calm under pressure and assisting surgical teams as needed to save lives or stabilize patients'' conditions quickly.
- Streamlined the flow of surgery schedules through effective communication with scheduling coordinators and other hospital departments.
- Maintained operating room's inventory of products and replenished stock, when needed.
- Coordinated with biomedical engineering teams to ensure all surgical equipment was in proper working order, minimizing delays or complications during surgeries.
- Participated in OR suite turnaround procedures such as cleaning and case cart management.
PCA
Yale New Haven Lawrence Memorial Hospital
09.2005 - 12.2022
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Provided respite care for family caregivers, allowing them to rest and recharge while ensuring the continued well-being of their loved one.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Prevented bedsores through regular repositioning and skin assessments of at-risk patients.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient condition to medical professionals promptly.
Education
High School Diploma -
New London High School
New London, CT06.1989
Skills
- Room turnover
- Team collaboration abilities
- Specimen Transportation
- Supplies Management
- Equipment Maintenance
- Case Cart Management
- Specimen Transport
- Infection control protocols
- Equipment monitoring
- Operating room preparation
- Strong Communication Skills
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Sterile Technique Proficiency
- Critical thinking aptitude
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Na300745
issue date: 5/18/1993
ex: 05/18/2025
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
OR Assistant
Yale New Haven Lawrence Memorial Hospital
12.2022 - Current
PCA
Yale New Haven Lawrence Memorial Hospital
09.2005 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
New London High School
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