VALERIE COLLINS
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
OR and unit Patient Care Technician with strengths in surgical assistance, infection control, and HIPAA-compliant charting. Known for calm patient support, emergency response, and clear communication with care teams.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
OR Patient Care Technician
ABBOTT NORTHWESTERN HOSPITAL
Minneapolis, Minnesota
04.2026 - Current
- - Facilitated clear communication with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia staff during workflow changes to ensure seamless operations.
- - Delivered compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients, aligning with individualized care plans to enhance patient comfort.
- - Identified emergency situations swiftly and implemented established protocols to ensure patient safety.
- - Followed HIPAA regulations when handling confidential patient medical records.
Unit Patient Care Technician
ABBOTT NORTHWESTERN HOSPITAL
Minneapolis, Minnesota
11.2024 - 04.2026
- Documented patient care details in Abbott Northwestern Hospital records.
- Responded to patient needs with calm, respectful communication.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Performed basic safety checks and followed hospital infection control procedures.
- Maintained clean rooms and organized supplies for patient care areas.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare team members regarding patient care plans.
- Assisted with admissions process including gathering information from new patients upon arrival.
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner and answered questions about services provided at the unit level.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - NURSING
MCTC
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Surgical assistance
- Infection control
- Patient documentation
- Patient safety protocols
- HIPAA compliance
- Emergency response
- Care coordination
Timeline
OR Patient Care Technician
ABBOTT NORTHWESTERN HOSPITAL
04.2026 - Current
Unit Patient Care Technician
ABBOTT NORTHWESTERN HOSPITAL
11.2024 - 04.2026
Some College (No Degree) - NURSING
MCTC