Tolentino Estacio
Antioch,CA
Summary
Dedicated Cardiovascular/General Anesthesia Technician with the Department of Defense, skilled in equipment setup and vital signs assessment. Proven reliability and teamwork in supporting anesthesia providers during critical procedures. Enhanced patient care through effective communication and proactive problem-solving, ensuring optimal operational efficiency in high-pressure environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiovascular/General Anesthesia Technician
Department of Defense (SFVA Medical Center)
05.2023 - Current
- On a daily basis and in accordance with department standards, maintains and services all electronic and mechanical equipment used by Anesthesia Department personnel.
- Sets-up transducers, calibrate sand zeros monitors.
- Assembles pediatric and adult ventilator circuits.
- Assists Anesthesiologists and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists in procedures.
- Prepares procedural equipment such as the CVP, arterial line, Swan-Ganz, and routine intravenous lines.
- Operates, calibrates, and performs routine maintenance on a variety of technical equipment used in the operating room, such as the GE Aisys and/or Fabius MRI Draeger anesthesia machines, HP Monitors, pulse oximeter and rapid infusion/transfusion systems.
- Identifies malfunctioning equipment, troubleshoots equipment problems, and refers more serious equipment problems to appropriate technical repair personnel when there are no established guidelines.
- Assists in the establishment and maintenance of a regular schedule of preventive maintenance and calibration of monitors utilized in the administration of anesthesia, including the BP physiological monitors and GE Healthcare Logic TEE equipment.
- Assists in positioning and supporting patients for regional anesthesia procedures such as spinal and epidurals.
- Supports the Anesthesia Provider during insertion of arterial catheter lines and internal jugular catheters.
- Applies monitoring devices to the patient and operates all common physiological monitors (Datex, pulse oximeter, C02 monitor, BP monitors cuffs).
- Removes and disposes of all relevant supplies and equipment following use, exchanging soiled for clean parts between cases and restocking room carts with supplies and drugs.
- Assists in monitoring and ordering supplies for the department.
- Maintains an inventory in the main anesthesia workroom.
- Orders from the pharmacy and stocks all non scheduled drugs.
- Cleans and decontaminates equipment per Sterile Processing Department protocols.
- This includes the disassembly of equipment and sterilization in accordance to the Center for Disease Control guidelines, to prevent the spread of infectious and contagious diseases.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
ASU/PACU Nurse Assistant
Department Of Defense (SFVA Medical Center)
12.2020 - 04.2023
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Ensured continuity of care through effective handover communication between shifts, detailing critical information about each patient''s current status, recent changes in condition or treatment plans that may require special attention from incoming staff members taking over responsibility for their care upon arrival at work each day.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Contributed to infection control efforts through strict adherence to hygiene protocols and diligent cleaning practices.
- Recognized potential emergencies quickly, implementing appropriate interventions under the guidance of supervising nurses or physicians while awaiting further assistance from emergency response services if needed.
- Improved patient care by assisting nurses with daily tasks and providing compassionate support to patients.
- Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by ensuring a comfortable environment during their stay in the healthcare facility.
- Participated on Registered Nurse and Certified Nursing Assistant interview panel.
- Trained newly hired staff.
- Performs related duties as assigned
Education
High School Diploma -
Capuchino High School
San Bruno, CACertificate - Certified Nurse Assistant
Northern California Nurse Academy
Daly City, CACertificate - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Unitek College
South San FranciscoSkills
- Reliability
- Physician support
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Equipment setup
- Vital signs assessment
- Central line placement
Languages
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Cardiovascular/General Anesthesia Technician
Department of Defense (SFVA Medical Center)
05.2023 - Current
ASU/PACU Nurse Assistant
Department Of Defense (SFVA Medical Center)
12.2020 - 04.2023
High School Diploma -
Capuchino High School
Certificate - Certified Nurse Assistant
Northern California Nurse Academy
Certificate - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Unitek College
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