Susan Galarza

• Transported patients from the ER to other departments or units throughout the hospital as needed.
• Recorded all pertinent information regarding patient encounters into electronic health records system.
• Monitored patient conditions and communicated changes to nursing staff and physicians.
• Provided patient care by taking vital signs, inserting IVs, drawing blood and administering medications.
• Ensured proper disposal of hazardous materials such as needles or contaminated linens.
• Facilitated communication between nurses, physicians and other healthcare providers involved in patient care.
• Assisted physicians with procedures such as intubations, chest tube insertions and central line placements.
• Maintained supplies in the Emergency Room including stocking shelves and disposing of outdated or expired items.
• Performed quality assurance activities related to emergency room processes, protocols and equipment maintenance.
• Prepared rooms for incoming patients by ensuring that necessary equipment was available.
• Assisted with resuscitation efforts in life-threatening situations such as cardiac arrest or trauma cases.
• Provided emotional support to family members during a crisis situation or at end-of-life stages of care.
• Conducted laboratory tests on specimens collected from patients in accordance with lab policies.
• Completed documentation for each patient encounter accurately and within established timeframes.
• Responded quickly and efficiently to code blue calls in order to provide effective lifesaving measures.
• Managed the flow of patients through triage to ensure timely access to medical care.
• Applied and educated patients on orthopedic devices like crutch walking.
• Monitored patients' condition and reported changes in status or acuity to nurses.
• Conducted patient assessments under supervision of staff nurses and physicians.
• Assisted with CPR and airway clearing procedures during emergencies.
• Collected blood samples for lab analysis to diagnose disease or screen for health problems.
• Maintained compliance with HIPAA protocols to safeguard patient privacy.
• Insert and remove urinary catheters.
• Obtain EKG's, POC, and PTINR samples.

Daily 5 A, Neuroscience Unit.

• Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
• Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
• Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
• Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
• Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
• Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
• Assisted with trachea care procedures.
• Assisted in daily routines for any and all patients, such as bathing, position changing, oral care, and much more.

• Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
• Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
• Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
• Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
• Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results for review by the physician.
• Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
• Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
• Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
• Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
• Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.

• Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
• Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
• Participated in developing individualized care plans based on medical orders and assessments.
• Recorded daily notes about client conditions, treatments provided and progress made.
• Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
• Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
• Answered patient calls promptly, providing assistance or referring them to appropriate personnel when needed.
• Administered medications as instructed by physician or nurse practitioner.
• Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times as per HIPAA regulations.
• Encouraged independence by teaching self-care skills such as grooming and hygiene habits.