US ArmyNursing Assistant/Healthcare Specialist
Aug. 2007 - Feb. 2016Bamberg, GermanyNURSING ASSISTANT, USAG Bamberg Germany (2011-2013)
Provided all aspects of nursing assistance to patients and physicians, including infection control, patient care support, health promotion and maintenance, patient education, pain management, and acute/critical care, with a focus on women's health.
• Assisted with multiple invasive procedures and surgical procedures; recorded blood pressure, pulse, respiration, temperature, height, and weight; measured intake and output.
• Monitored intravenous fluids, obtained routine lab specimens, and performed standard tests.
IMMUNIZATION/ALLERGY SPECIALIST (Y8), Bamberg, Germany (2010-2016)
HEALTH CARE SPECIALIST (68W), Bamberg, Germany (2007-2016)
Delivered all aspects of outpatient care and treatment, while assisting with inpatient care and treatment under the supervision of physicians, nurses, and physician assistants, including support with diagnostic procedures and preventive health care.
• Prepared patients, operating rooms, equipment, and supplies for surgery.
• Took and recorded vitals, obtained/prepared specimens for testing, and updated patient information; provided patient support during procedures and initiated arrangements for follow-up care.
• Conducted immunizations on children and adults; administered allergy tests and shot follow-up; selected instruments, set up equipment, and provided instruments to physicians during procedures.