Passionate Emergency Department Technician possessing expert knowledge of medical terminology and medical equipment operations. Offering 18-year background providing assistance in routine patient care and administrative support activities in emergency department. Trustworthy and responsible professional comfortable working in fast-paced environment and adapting quickly to changes.
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Whitney Brittingham- Pauls
Wilmington,Delaware
Summary
Overview
22
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Christiana Care Health System
Emergency Care Technician
07.2005 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Liaised between nurses, physicians, patients and visitors.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
- Assisted in preparation and maintenance of patient charts, documenting all care given.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Assessed nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
- Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Observed patient behavior to report changes to medical personnel.
- Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors.
- Trained new EMTs on proper protocols and procedures.
- Conducted patient intake and triage procedures.
- Provided patient families with post-medical care instructions.
Christiana Care Health System
Patient Care Technician
10.2001 - 07.2005
Job overview
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Education
Delaware Technical And Community College - OwensGeorgetown, DE
Associate of Science from Allied Health Studies
2026
University Overview
Skills
- Patient Transport
- Sanitizing Procedures
- Measuring and Monitoring Vitals
- Phlebotomy
- CPR
- Basic Patient Care
- Regulatory Compliance
- Transportation Coordination
- 12-Lead EKG Monitoring
- Collecting Medical Samples
- Cardiac Monitoring
- Medical Terminology
Certification
BLS certification
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Affiliations
Affiliations
- Community Health Workers Association of Delaware
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany Culture401k matchCareer advancementPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsHealthcare benefitsPaid sick leavePersonal development programsQuote
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Timeline
Emergency Care Technician
Christiana Care Health System
07.2005 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Christiana Care Health System
10.2001 - 07.2005
Delaware Technical And Community College - Owens
Associate of Science from Allied Health Studies
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