Critical Care Assistant

ANA HARRIS

(C) 513-***-**** ********@*****.*** Cincinnati, OH 45211

SUMMARY

Talented Cardiac/EKG TECH experienced in performing tests on individuals of all ages. Motivated team player skilled in successfully managing multiple tasks. Foster trusting relationships with patients to lessen anxiety and improve overall outcomes.

Patient-focused professional providing support in critical care, pre-op, medical-surgical and post-op cases in medical center environments. Skilled at delivering customized education to patients of diverse conditions and backgrounds. Excellent decision-making, time management and communication capabilities well-honed in with high-performance healthcare teams.

SKILLS

ECG rhythm interpretation

Administrative support

Team building

Drawing blood

Customer service

Scheduling and calendar management

Scanning and copying

Emergency response and assessment

CPR and BLS certified

EXPERIENCE

Cardiac Technician/EKG Technician, The Christ Hospital, October 2013-Current

Cincinnati, OH

Checked, tested and maintained cardiology equipment to uphold optimal diagnostic standards.

Monitored patients' blood pressure and heart rates before, during and after procedures.

Set up equipment to prepare for patient procedures and tests.

Educated patients on cardiac conditions and treatments in easy-to-understand terminology.

Administered continuous and 12-lead electrocardiogram monitoring.

Maintained industry knowledge through continuing education, training and monitoring of industry publications.

Correlated and recorded data obtained, including maintaining departmental records, reports and charts.

Patient Care Assistant, UCHealth, December 2009-March 2014

Cincinnati, OH

Obtained vital signs and collected biological samples to assist with diagnostic testing and ongoing assessments.

Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.

Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.

Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.

Implemented creative activities to emotionally support patients throughout medical treatment.

Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.

Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.

Tested patient cardiac activity with specialized equipment to conduct tests such as electrocardiograms.

Patient Care Assistant, Good Samaritan Hospital/SENIOR BEHAVIOR HEALTH, September 2008-October 2010

Cincinnati, OH

Obtained vital signs and collected biological samples to assist with diagnostic testing and ongoing assessments.

Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.

Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.

Implemented creative activities to emotionally support patients throughout medical treatment.

Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.

Cleaned and sanitized rooms and equipment using aseptic technique to prevent infection and cross-contamination.

Collected and labeled specimens to prepare for delivery to laboratory.

Catering Associate, Good Samaritan Hospital, July 2006-September 2008

Cincinnati, OH

Supported chefs in managing food preparation to achieve precise plating and presentation.

Utilized kitchen equipment according to manufacturer's instructions and company safety protocols.

Served specific meals to patients with special dietary needs with accuracy and speed.

Developed and oversaw preparation of specialized diets.

Encouraged clients and caregivers to follow recommended food guidelines for well-balanced diets by giving suggestions of various wholesome foods and meals.

Calculated nutritional requirements to assess adequacy of diet and nutrition support.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

GED

Cincinnati State Technical And Community College, Cincinnati OH March 2006

STATE TEST NURSE AIDE, MT. HEALTH MEDICAL ACADEMY, March 2006

EKG TECHNICIAN, Scarlet Oaks Career Development, Cincinnati OH June 2015

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