Thomas Yazzie
Cortez,CO
Summary
Accomplished Endoscopy Technician with a proven track record at Mercy Hospital, enhancing patient care through advanced endoscopic procedures and high-level disinfection. Excelled in patient preparation and care, significantly improving comfort and recovery rates. Skilled in both technical and interpersonal aspects, ensuring optimal outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Endoscopy Technician
Mercy Hospital
05.2016 - Current
- Advanced skillset through participation in specialized trainings on various types of endoscopic equipment, broadening capabilities as a technician.
- Set up endoscopy suites with equipment and supplies needed for procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians and nurses to develop individualized patient care plans focused on maximizing comfort and minimizing anxiety levels.
- Improved patient comfort during endoscopic procedures by providing attentive care and maintaining a calming environment.
- Assisted physicians and nursing staff with various tasks and responsibilities during procedures.
- Assisted in the collection of diagnostic specimens during endoscopic procedures, ensuring proper labeling and handling for accurate laboratory analysis.
- Efficiently set-up and tore down procedure rooms in preparation for upcoming procedures.
Restorative Nurse Aide
Junction Creek Rehabilitation Center
02.2012 - 04.2016
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques when interacting with diverse patient populations, creating an environment conducive to healing and growth.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans, ensuring optimal outcomes for each patient''s unique needs.
- Consistently met or exceeded facility performance metrics in areas such as quality of care, patient satisfaction, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop effective treatment strategies for patients requiring rehabilitative care.
- Increased patient mobility with targeted range-of-motion exercises, contributing to a faster return to independence.
- Improved patient recovery rates by implementing customized restorative care plans.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Vista Grande Nursing Home
02.2007 - 01.2012
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Valley Inn Nursing Home
03.2001 - 01.2007
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Montezuma-Cortez High School
Cortez, COSkills
- Flexible Endoscope Use
- Patient preparation
- Measuring vital signs
- Biopsy Handling
- Endoscopic Procedures
- High-Level Disinfection
- Patient Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Preparing specimens
Timeline
Endoscopy Technician
Mercy Hospital
05.2016 - Current
Restorative Nurse Aide
Junction Creek Rehabilitation Center
02.2012 - 04.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Vista Grande Nursing Home
02.2007 - 01.2012
Certified Nursing Assistant
The Valley Inn Nursing Home
03.2001 - 01.2007
High School Diploma -
Montezuma-Cortez High School