Rosario Ortiz
Conroe
Summary
Dedicated Patient Care Technician with extensive experience at Memorial Hermann Medical Center, excelling in patient monitoring and compassionate communication. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort and safety through effective vital signs assessment and teamwork. Committed to delivering high-quality care and supporting patients during critical moments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Memorial Hermann Medical Center
The Woodlands
12.2011 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care activities and daily living tasks.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Operated EKG machines to capture precise cardiac activity data.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis and testing procedures.
Home Health Aide
Southwest Hospice
Conroe
07.2008 - 07.2011
- Provided personal care to patients including bathing and grooming.
- Assisted with mobility and transferred patients safely.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients.
- Documented patient information accurately in care logs.
- Developed relationships with patients that promoted trust, compassion and dignity throughout hospice journey.
- Supported grieving families by offering listening ear, compassion and kindness.
- Helped patients maintain dignity during difficult times.
- Moved patients carefully into different positions to promote better body alignment and comfort.
CNA
Park Manor Health and Rehabilitation Center
Conroe
02.2008 - 06.2008
- Provided compassionate care to residents in daily living activities.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures and patient assessments.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of resident living spaces.
- Documented patient vital signs and monitored health changes.
- Communicated effectively with residents and their families regarding care needs.
- Supported rehabilitation activities to enhance resident mobility and comfort.
Fireman
US Navy
San Diego
12.1997 - 08.2000
- Responded to fire emergencies on naval vessels and shore facilities.
- Conducted fire prevention inspections and safety drills on board ships.
- Operated firefighting equipment including hoses, pumps, and extinguishers.
- Maintained readiness of firefighting gear and conducted routine checks.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lone Star College
Conroe, TX02-2008
Certificate -
Medical Assisting
San Diego, CA08-2001
High School Diploma -
Montgomery High School
Montgomery, TX05-1997
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Vital signs assessment
- EKG operation
- Specimen preparation
- Infection control
- Employee onboarding
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Patient assistance
- Compassionate communication
- Emergency response
- Team collaboration
- Patient hygiene management
- End-of-life care
- Basic life support
- Wound care
- Specimen collection
- Body mechanics knowledge
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Feeding assistance
- Patient positioning
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Memorial Hermann Medical Center
12.2011 - Current
Home Health Aide
Southwest Hospice
07.2008 - 07.2011
CNA
Park Manor Health and Rehabilitation Center
02.2008 - 06.2008
Fireman
US Navy
12.1997 - 08.2000
Certified Nursing Assistant
Lone Star College
Certificate -
Medical Assisting
High School Diploma -
Montgomery High School
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