Dedicated Patient Transporter at Providence St. Peter Hospital, skilled in patient safety and effective communication. Enhanced patient flow through timely transport coordination and streamlined equipment management. Trained new staff on protocols, fostering teamwork and ensuring high-quality care. Committed to maintaining a clean and safe environment, prioritizing patient dignity and comfort.
Work History
Patient Transporter
10 Years 1 Month
Providence St. Peter Hospital Olympia | 09.2016 - Current
Transported patients safely between units, diagnostic areas, and discharge locations using wheelchairs, stretchers, and beds.
Operated wheelchairs, stretchers, and movable beds to transport patients safely between hospital departments and units.
Coordinated with nursing staff to prioritize transport requests and maintain timely patient flow.
Verified patient identification and transport destination before movement to support safety procedures.
Assisted with transfers, repositioning, and escorting patients while maintaining comfort and dignity.
Disinfected transport equipment and followed infection prevention standards between patient transports.
Assisted in training new Patient Transporters on proper techniques, protocols, and company policies, ensuring consistent high-quality care throughout the team.
Maintained strong professional relationships with colleagues across various departments, promoting teamwork for efficient patient care delivery.
Streamlined inventory management for transport equipment, ensuring availability and maintenance.
Certified Nursing Assistant
3 Years 2 Months
Olympia Transitional Care and Rehabilitation | 07.2013 - 09.2016
Assisted patients with activities of daily living to enhance comfort and promote independence
Monitored vital signs and promptly reported condition changes to ensure timely medical intervention
Documented resident care in charting systems and shift reports to maintain accurate health records and support continuity of care
Certified Nursing Assistant In Training
1 Year 5 Months
Avalon Care Center | 01.2012 - 06.2013
Monitored vital signs and reported condition changes to nursing staff.
Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting support.
Documented care tasks accurately following resident care plans and facility procedures.
Used effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations within the healthcare setting.
Medication Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant
2 Years 7 Months
Parkview States | 06.2009 - 01.2012
Administered medications accurately, following physician orders and medication administration records.
Verified medication schedules, labels, and dosages to maintain safe, compliant care delivery.
Monitored residents for reactions, documenting changes and promptly reporting concerns to nursing staff.
Recorded vital signs and intake observations, supporting timely clinical assessments and interventions.
Maintained confidential resident documentation, updating charts and medication logs with precision.