Sherley Anne Vazquez Castro
Tampa
Summary
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
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician II
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
Saint Petersburg, FL
02.2024 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff, ensuring timely interventions.
- Assisted in daily patient care activities, enhancing comfort and support during treatments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-treatment procedures, promoting adherence to health guidelines.
- Trained new staff on operational protocols and best practices for patient interactions.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Nurse Technician
Advent Health Tampa
Tampa, FL
10.2021 - Current
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to RN.
- Work side by side with RN to ensure patient safety and well-being.
Environmental Service Tech
Baycare Health Systems, St. Joseph Hospital-North
Lutz, FL
12.2018 - 03.2021
- Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Reported maintenance concerns or repairs to appropriate supervisor for prompt remediation.
- Used appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling hazardous waste or chemicals.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping and scrubbing.
- Moved beds, sofas and small furniture to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
- Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
- Responded to requests from guests regarding housekeeping needs.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to support infection control initiatives through effective environmental maintenance.
- Operated industrial cleaning equipment, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational guidelines.
Environmental Service Tech
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
St. Petersburg, FL
07.2011 - 12.2018
- Picked up and transported recyclables and trash from various locations to appropriate disposal facilities.
- Followed sanitation schedule and documented cleaning activities.
- Disinfected bathrooms and other high-traffic areas to ensure a safe and healthy environment.
- Confirmed properly labeling and storage of chemicals and cleaning items.
- Followed infection control guidelines while performing duties throughout the facility.
- Serviced, cleaned and restocked restrooms.
- Maintained cleanliness and presentation of waiting area and rooms.
- Used brooms, mops and vacuum cleaners to remove dirt and debris from floors.
- Clean and disinfect discharge rooms.
- Pull trash and dirty linen.
- Conducted thorough cleaning and sanitation of patient rooms and common areas to maintain a safe environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Parkland Magnet High School
Winston-Salem, NC07.2009
Skills
- CNA Certification
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Vital Signs Recording
- Charting
- Basic Life Support
- Empathy and Compassionate Care
- General Housekeeping Ability
- Direct Patient Care
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
Certification
- Florida CNA license
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Patient Care Technician II
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Nurse Technician
Advent Health Tampa
10.2021 - Current
Environmental Service Tech
Baycare Health Systems, St. Joseph Hospital-North
12.2018 - 03.2021
Environmental Service Tech
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
07.2011 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
Parkland Magnet High School
Education and Training
CNA License