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Tammy Villarreal
Grand Prairie,TX
Summary
Focused patient care professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering basic patient care. Offers 25 years of comprehensive experience in recording vital signs, collecting specimens and preparing accurate documentation. Recognized by patients for delivering five-star patient care. Flexible team player with positive and upbeat nature.
Service-oriented and resourceful with in-depth clinical skills and assessment training. Support patient personal care and hygiene needs with diligent assistance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
PCT
Baylor Orthopedic & Spine Hospital
Arlington, Texas
02.2023 - Current
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
PCT/ Unit Secretary
SSM Health Waupun Hospital
Waupun, Wisconsin
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Executed administrative duties to facilitate unit tasks and meet team goals.
- Provided information for patient admissions and discharges to foster timely processing.
- Maintained rapport with physicians, nurse,s and other healthcare personnel.
- Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
- Monitored inventory levels and advised management of need for replenishment.
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
Patient Care Technician / Float Pool
Baylor Scott & White Waxahachie
08.2018 - 12.2021
- Float to all departments within hospital EKG trained Obtain vital signs, record input and output
- Transport patients
Patient Care Technician / Emergency Room
St. Agnes Hospital
10.2017 - 07.2018
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
Patient Care Partner / Float Pool
Watertown Regional Medical Center
11.2015 - 12.2017
- Cross trained to Medical/Surgical, Emergency Care, Intensive Care, and Women's Health IV insertion and Phlebotomy certified EKG trained, telemetry certified Wound cleaning and prep for sutures
- Assist RN and MD as required
Patient Care Technician / Unit Secretary
Baylor Heart & Vascular
09.2013 - 10.2015
- Obtain VS, record intake and output, perform EKGs as indicated Assist RN when required Serve as
- Unit Secretary in recovery Room
Patient Care Technician
Harris Southwest Emergency Room
03.2011 - 11.2012
- Phlebotomy Perform EKGs Apply splints Insertion and removal of catheters
Patient Care Technician / Unit Secretary
Baylor Southwest Emergency Room
10.2008 - 06.2012
- Order entry Phlebotomy Apply splints Page on call physicians
Education
High School Diploma -
Beaver Dam High School
08.1994 - 06.1998
Certified Nurse Assistant -
Moraine Park Technical College
Beaver Dam, WI 02.1998 - 04.1998
Skills
Medical laboratory procedures
Professional bedside manner
Mobility assistance aptitude
Culturally-competent care
Transporting patients
Documenting behaviors
Wound care specialist
Patient-focused care
Responding to emergencies
Direct Patient Care
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Recording vital signs
Observing responses
EMR / EHR
Adaptable
Hospice and palliative care
Patient services
Software
Cerner
Certification
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Timeline
PCT
Baylor Orthopedic & Spine Hospital
02.2023 - Current
PCT/ Unit Secretary
SSM Health Waupun Hospital
01.2022 - 02.2023
Patient Care Technician / Float Pool
Baylor Scott & White Waxahachie
08.2018 - 12.2021
Patient Care Technician / Emergency Room
St. Agnes Hospital
10.2017 - 07.2018
Patient Care Partner / Float Pool
Watertown Regional Medical Center
11.2015 - 12.2017
Patient Care Technician / Unit Secretary
Baylor Heart & Vascular
09.2013 - 10.2015
Patient Care Technician
Harris Southwest Emergency Room
03.2011 - 11.2012
Patient Care Technician / Unit Secretary
Baylor Southwest Emergency Room
10.2008 - 06.2012
Certified Nurse Assistant -
Moraine Park Technical College
02.1998 - 04.1998
High School Diploma -
Beaver Dam High School
08.1994 - 06.1998