Claudia Garcia
Elgin,IL
Summary
Resourceful Police Officer focused on maintaining order and public safety, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property and promoting positive community relations.
Passionate Emergency Medical Technician with 8 years of experience. Well versed in all elements of patient care with success in quickly responding to emergency situations. Proven leader skilled in working within collaborative settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Public Safety Officer
Advocate Sherman Hospital
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Talked regularly with patients, coworkers and visitors to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Notified emergency personnel of incidents requiring medical assistance and aid.
- Patrolled assigned areas on foot or by vehicle.
- Recorded facts to prepare reports documenting incidents and activities.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to either staff, visitors and patients.
- Assisted with responding and helping gain control of combative patients.
Emergency Room Technician
Advocate Sherman Hospital
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records.
- Supported patients and family members, actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate care.
- Assisted other staff with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
Nursing Assistant Oncology Unit
Advocate Sherman Hospital
02.2020 - 09.2021
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Education
Associate of Science - Biology
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL05.2025
Skills
- Conflict De-Escalation
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking
- Excellent organization
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Accomplishments
Became the Patient Mobility Coach.
Certification
BLS- CPR
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Public Safety Officer
Advocate Sherman Hospital
08.2022 - 10.2023
Emergency Room Technician
Advocate Sherman Hospital
09.2021 - 09.2023
Nursing Assistant Oncology Unit
Advocate Sherman Hospital
02.2020 - 09.2021
Associate of Science - Biology
Northern Illinois University
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