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April Stidmon

St Louis

Summary

Dynamic Anesthesia Technician with extensive experience at Barnes Jewish Hospital I, skilled in anesthetic equipment maintenance and crisis response. Proven ability to enhance patient safety through effective teamwork and problem-solving. Recognized for optimizing workflows and training staff, contributing to a high standard of care in fast-paced environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Anesthesia Technician

St. Louis University Hospital
St Louis, MO
08.2024 - Current

prepare, maintain, and operate anesthesia equipment, ensuring a sterile environment and assisting anesthesia providers with patient monitoring and procedure support in the operating room

Clean, calibrate, and prepare anesthesia machines, gas tanks, transducers, and airway equipment for surgical

Assist in the induction, maintenance, and reversal of anesthesia; support intubation, regional nerve blocks, and arterial line placements.

Housekeeper

Sodexo Healthcare
St Louis, MO
12.2023 - 08.2024
  • Performed daily cleaning and sanitation of patient rooms, ensuring adherence to health standards.
  • Managed inventory of cleaning supplies, maintaining efficient stock levels and minimizing waste.
  • Assisted in training new staff on cleaning protocols and safety procedures for optimal performance.
  • Conducted regular inspections to identify areas needing improvement or additional attention.
  • Implemented time-saving cleaning techniques that enhanced overall productivity and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.

Anesthesia Technician

Barnes Jewish Hospital I
St Louis, MO
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Operated anesthesia delivery systems to ensure safe and effective patient care.
  • Assisted in the preparation and maintenance of anesthesia equipment for surgical procedures.
  • Monitored patient vital signs during procedures, ensuring prompt response to changes.
  • Collaborated with anesthesiologists to optimize workflow and enhance patient safety protocols.
  • Educated new staff on best practices for anesthesia equipment handling and safety measures.
  • Maintained and cleaned anesthesia machines by changing soda-lime, refilling vaporizers with anesthetic agents and replacing nitrous, oxygen and air cylinders.
  • Stocked anesthesia supplies in anesthetizing locations, fiber optic carts, ploss carts and emergency airway bags.
  • Assisted anesthesia personnel with insertion and setup of temporary pacemakers, catheters, invasive monitoring lines and central lines for hemodynamic monitoring.
  • Demonstrated professionalism and attentiveness while responding to urgent situations involving anesthesiology requirements or emergencies swiftly.
  • Provided exceptional patient care, ensuring proper positioning during surgery to minimize discomfort or injury risk.
  • Maintained a high standard of care by adhering to strict infection control guidelines when handling anesthesia equipment.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by providing ongoing support to anesthesia providers throughout each procedure.

Lead Housekeeper

Barnes Jewish Hospital I
Saint Louis, Mo
10.2017 - 09.2022
  • Supervised daily cleaning operations ensuring adherence to hospital standards and protocols.
  • Trained and mentored housekeeping staff to enhance service quality and efficiency.
  • Implemented inventory management systems for cleaning supplies, reducing waste and costs.
  • Conducted regular inspections of patient rooms and common areas to maintain cleanliness standards.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to address specific cleaning needs and improve patient satisfaction.
  • Evaluated performance metrics of housekeeping team, driving continuous improvement in service delivery.
  • Ensured timely completion of daily tasks through effective communication with team members and supervisors.
  • Addressed guest concerns promptly, resolving issues efficiently while demonstrating excellent customer service skills.
  • Maintained a high level of team morale by recognizing and rewarding exceptional performance through regular feedback sessions and incentive programs.
  • Reduced workload for team members by optimizing work schedules and task delegation.
  • Implemented standardized checklists for staff use during room inspections, ensuring consistent quality across all guest accommodations.
  • Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to OSHA guidelines and conducting regular safety trainings for staff members.
  • Conducted regular inspections of guest rooms, public spaces, and back-of-the-house areas to maintain cleanliness standards.

Education

Associate of Science - Deaf Communications Studies

Saint Louis Community College
St. Louis, MO
05.2016

Skills

  • Intubation assistance
  • Anesthetic equipment maintenance
  • Induction assistance
  • Team collaboration
  • Patient transportation
  • Anesthetic machine operation
  • Ultrasound-guided procedures
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Excellent communication
  • Active listening
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Relationship building
  • Task prioritization
  • Self motivation
  • Supply utilization
  • Staff scheduling
  • Crisis response

Timeline

Anesthesia Technician

St. Louis University Hospital
08.2024 - Current

Housekeeper

Sodexo Healthcare
12.2023 - 08.2024

Anesthesia Technician

Barnes Jewish Hospital I
09.2022 - 06.2023

Lead Housekeeper

Barnes Jewish Hospital I
10.2017 - 09.2022

Associate of Science - Deaf Communications Studies

Saint Louis Community College
April Stidmon