Tera Creque
Houston,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
HCSS Staffing
Galveston, TX
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Demonstrated effective communication strategies when interacting with patients, families, and staff members.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
- Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
ER Technician
HCA Southeast
Pasadena, TX
12.2015 - 12.2021
- Performed venipuncture, arterial puncture and IV insertion.
- Provided emergency life-saving measures as needed for cardiac arrest, respiratory failure and shock victims.
- Responded quickly to emergencies by utilizing appropriate assessment techniques, triage protocols and stabilization measures.
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional competency.
- Maintained compliance with HIPAA protocols to safeguard patient privacy.
Firefighter
Galena Park Fire Department
Galena Park, TX
10.2016 - 12.2020
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of buildings to identify any potential hazards.
- Provided educational presentations regarding fire prevention techniques to local schools and businesses.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Provided support services during natural disasters such as floods or hurricanes.
- Transported injured persons safely from accident sites to hospitals for treatment.
- Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
Education
Certificate - Fire Science
San Jacinto College District
Pasadena, TX05-2015
Certificate - Emergency Medical Technology
Houston Community College
Houston, TX01-2010
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Houston Community College
Houston, TXSome College (No Degree) - General Studies
Austin Community College
Austin, TXSkills
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Computer Skills
- Interpersonal Communication
- Decision-Making
- Documentation and Reporting
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
HCSS Staffing
07.2022 - 01.2024
Firefighter
Galena Park Fire Department
10.2016 - 12.2020
ER Technician
HCA Southeast
12.2015 - 12.2021
Certificate - Fire Science
San Jacinto College District
Certificate - Emergency Medical Technology
Houston Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Biology
Houston Community College
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Austin Community College