Carina Lugo
Phoenix
Summary
Skilled Nursing Assistant and PCT with over 15 years of experience in patient care. Most recently as a tech in the neuro ICU, as well as trauma/medical/surgical ICU, orthopedics, long-term care, acute care, rehab and assisted living. I am committed to patient safety and making sure patients feel secure and comfortable as well as practicing empathy to provide the highest quality care. Recognized by patients and previous employers for delivering exceptional patient care.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Tech- Neuro ICU
St Joseph's Hospital
11.2023 - 04.2025
- In an ICU setting, I assisted nurses with direct patient care such as bathing, oral care, repositioning, feeding
- Worked alongside surgeons at bedside to prep/scrub patients for external ventricular drains, maintaining sterile field and assisted throughout the procedure
- Trained to straight cath patients, draw blood for labs, changing EVD drainage bags and IV removals
- Monitored patient vitals, intake and output, blood sugar levels and obtained specimens
- Maintained a clean unit, checking code carts and stocking supplies as needed
- Assisted with other necessary tasks such as CT and MRI scans, and other clinical procedures
Patient Care Technician
OASIS Hospital
05.2015 - 11.2023
- Obtained vital signs, provided assistance with ADLs, ambulation and assisted with therapy sessions
- Answered patient call lights, assessed needs, and offered qualified support
- Maintained a clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort
- Assisted with dressing changes, collected samples, recorded intake and output and charted recovery
- Assisted with pre-op care, patient admissions, discharges, and transfers
Certified Nursing Assistant
Life Care Center Of North Glendale
10.2010 - 05.2015
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Estrella Mountain Community College
Avondale, AZ10.2010
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- ICU experience
- Geriatrics & LTC
- Healthcare BLS Certification
Timeline
Patient Care Tech- Neuro ICU
St Joseph's Hospital
11.2023 - 04.2025
Patient Care Technician
OASIS Hospital
05.2015 - 11.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Life Care Center Of North Glendale
10.2010 - 05.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Estrella Mountain Community College
Similar Profiles
Tiffany Britt-DancyTiffany Britt-Dancy
Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care at St Joseph's HospitalRegistered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care at St Joseph's Hospital
Dustin MurrayDustin Murray
CT Technologist at St Joseph's HospitalCT Technologist at St Joseph's Hospital
Tyler Levene BSN,RNTyler Levene BSN,RN
Clinical Coordinator RN at St Joseph's HospitalClinical Coordinator RN at St Joseph's Hospital