Crystal Talbert

346-***-**** ad2ffu@r.postjobfree.com Houston, Tx 77014

Results-oriented and compassionate healthcare professional with a solid foundation in patient care as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and expertise in maintaining aseptic environments through Sterile Processing. Proven ability to provide high-quality care and support to patients, with a keen eye for detail in sterilization procedures. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless healthcare delivery. Seeking a dynamic role that leverages both CNA and Sterile Processing experience to make a positive impact on patient outcomes and overall healthcare efficiency.

SKILLS

●Patient Care & Safety

●Vital Signs & Patient Monitoring

●Diagnostic Testing

●Medication Administration

●Medical Terminology

●Privacy/HIPAA Regulations

●Electronic Medical Records

●Patient Advocacy and Support

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

●Lone Star College 07/2023-Present

Sterile Processing Technician

●Brightwood College 12/2018

Patient Care Technician

●Phlebotomy License 09/2018-09/2024

●CNA License 08/2013-06/2025

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Houston Methodist 07/2023-Present

Sterile Process Technician (400 hrs internship) Houston, Tx

●Follow proper techniques for cleaning, decontaminating, and sterilizing surgical instruments, equipment, and medical devices.

●Assist in maintaining and organizing sterile processing inventory, including tracking expiration dates and ensuring proper stock levels.

●Maintain accurate records of sterilization cycles, inventory, and quality control measures.

●Adhere to infection control protocols and guidelines to prevent the spread of infections within the healthcare facility.

Primetime Health Care

Travel CNA 10/2022-04/2023

Bismarck, ND

●Assisted with ADL’s such as dressing, showers, walking, getting in/out of bed, eating, etc.

●Collected and monitored patient’s vital signs

●Effectively communicated with other members on the healthcare team

●Adhered to standard operating procedures

●Kept patient records up to date with accurate information

●Drew, collected, and transported blood samples to the lab

Ben Taub Hospital 07/2020-07/2021

Supplement Psychiatric Technician Houston, Tx 77030

● Documented client’s progress in confidential files

●Collected and accurately documented patient’s vital signs

●Sat with patient’s and reported their behaviors to charge nurse

●Adhered to standard operating procedures

●Kept patient records up to date with accurate information

●Drew, collected, and transported blood samples to the lab

Houston Northwest Medical Center 08/2018-10/2020

CNA Houston, Tx 77090

●Assisted with ADL’s such as dressing, showers, walking, getting in/out of bed, eating, etc.

●Collected and monitored patient’s vital signs

●Effectively communicated with other members on the healthcare team

●Adhered to standard operating procedures

●Kept patient records up to date with accurate information

●Drew, collected, and transported blood samples to the lab

Northwest Rehabilitation Center 10/2016-06/2020

CNA Houston, Tx 77090

●Assisted with ADL’s such as dressing, showers, ambulation, getting in/out of bed, eating, etc.

●Collected and monitored patient’s vital signs

●Effectively communicated with other members on the healthcare team

●Adhered to standard operating procedures

●Kept patient records up to date with accurate information

●Drew, collected, and transported blood samples to the lab

Quality in Home Care Services 11/2011-01/2015

Sitter Houston, Tx 77056

●Provided enhanced observation of patients that are at a risk for injury and maintain a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and coworkers

●Assisted with direct patient care including toileting, ambulation, feeding, oral care, cooking/cleaning as needed, and running errands

Allegiance Specialty Hospital of Greenville 06/2007-10/2011

CNA Greenville, MS 38701

●Assisted with ADL’s such as dressing, showers, ambulation, getting in/out of bed, eating, etc.

●Collected and monitored patient’s vital signs

●Effectively communicated with other members on the healthcare team

●Adhered to standard operating procedures

●Kept patient records up to date with accurate information

●Drew, collected, and transported blood samples to the lab

Lake Village Healthcare Center 09/2005-05/2007

CNA Lake Village, Ark 71653

●Assisted with ADL’s such as dressing, showers, ambulation, getting in/out of bed, eating, etc.

●Collected and monitored patient’s vital signs

●Effectively communicated with other members on the healthcare team

●Adhered to standard operating procedures

●Kept patient records up to date with accurate information

●Drew, collected, and transported blood samples to the lab

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