1991 -2003 Endoscopy Technician:
- assist physicians during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, both scheduled and emergency call.
- Prepare equipment, ensure patient safety and comfort.
- Perform cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance of instruments and equipment.
- On-boarding, orientation and training, including
- educational events
- "hands on" active learning,
- competency-based skills,
- training materials and job aids
1980-1991 Nursing Assistant:
- Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) provide basic care and support to patients under the supervision of nurses.
- Responsibilities include:
- assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs),
- monitoring 3-lead EKG,
- monitoring vital signs,
- minor procedures, for example dressing and wound care, assistance with chest tube removal and insertion, etc.