Annalisa Gugler
Queen Creek
Summary
Compassionate Patient Care Technician with extensive experience in a Level IV NICU and Level I Trauma PCU. Skilled in high-acuity patient care and vital signs monitoring, Excel in rapid response situations, ensuring patient safety and effective communication. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through meticulous observation and teamwork in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Phoenix Childrens Hospital
Phoenix, AZ
10.2024 - Current
- Provided direct patient care to critically ill and premature neonates in a Level IV NICU under the supervision of RNs and Neonatologists.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks, enhancing workflow efficiency in pediatric units.
- Responded promptly in high-acuity situations, assisting with admissions, procedures, and emergency interventions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient care areas to uphold safety standards.
- Filled in as Health Unit Coordinator (HUC) as needed, supporting unit operations and overall workflow coordination in a fast-paced NICU.
Patient Care Technician
Banner University Medical Center Tucson
Tucson, AZ
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Provided direct patient care to high-acuity adult patients in a Progressive Care Unit within a Level I Trauma Center.
- Assisted with continuous cardiac monitoring, vital signs, blood glucose checks, intake and output documentation, and daily weights.
- Recognized and immediately reported changes in patient condition to RNs, contributing to early intervention and rapid response activation when indicated.
- Participated in trauma admissions and step-down transfers from ICU, ensuring safe handoff and continuity of care.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College
Chandler, AZ04-2028
Skills
- High-acuity patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Strict Input and output measurement
- CPR certification
- Patient observation
- Blood glucose testing
- Admission, transfer, and discharge coordination
- Infection control and sterile technique
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Phoenix Childrens Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Banner University Medical Center Tucson
04.2024 - 10.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Maricopa Community Colleges, Chandler-Gilbert Community College