Jocelyn Irene McSweeny
Whakatane,BOP
Summary
With a proven track record at Te Whatu Ora, I excel in patient care and emergency response, demonstrating expertise in intubation assistance and fostering collaborative environments..
Efficient Anaesthetic Technician with background in assisting anesthesiologists, nurses, and surgeons. Experience includes maintenance of anesthesia equipment, preparation of patients for procedures and post-anesthesia care. Strengths lie in meticulous attention to detail, clear communication skills, and ability to handle high-stress situations. Previous work resulted in smoother surgical processes and enhanced patient safety. Adaptable professional with a ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments.
Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change. Certified professional remains calm and composed in crisis situations. Offering knowledge of latest medical equipment and treatment plans required to meet patient needs. Experienced in both hospital and outpatient surgical center settings emergency departments and intensive care units.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Anaesthetic Technician
Te Whatu Ora
Whakatane, BOP
10.2016 - Current
- Completed documentation accurately within established timelines following each procedure.
- Completed patient physical exams and pre-procedure interviews.
- Adhered strictly to infection control standards while preparing operating rooms for use.
- Performed CPR in crisis situations under direction of doctor in charge until anesthesiologist arrived.
- Conducted regular safety checks on anesthesia machines and other medical equipment used in the OR suite.
- Maintained clean and sterile fields in operating rooms when assisting anesthesiologists.
- Prepared operating rooms by setting up necessary equipment such as monitors, ventilators, IV pumps.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided assistance with intubation and ventilation of patients before, during, and after surgery.
- Assisted anesthesiologists in the preparation and administration of anesthesia during surgical procedures.
- Administered blood, blood products and supportive fluids.
- Checked expiration dates on all medications prior to use in order to ensure safety of patients.
- Kept work areas and equipment clean and sanitized for optimal protection.
Health Care Assistant
Te Whatu Ora
Tauranga, BOP
06.1993 - 05.2025
- Observed patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and reported any changes to supervisor or nurse on duty.
- Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to nursing staff promptly.
- Checked vital signs regularly including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
- Participated in educational opportunities related to health care assistant duties.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
Education
Diploma of Applied Science - Anaesthetic Technician
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ02-2009
Skills
- Electrocardiogram interpretation
- Intravenous access
- Capnography monitoring
- Intubation assistance
- Post-anesthesia care
- Patient transportation
- Patient positioning
- Aseptic techniques
- Airway management
- Fluid management
- Patient reaction monitoring
- Anesthetic machine operation
- Breathing circuit assembly
- Oxygen therapy
- Temperature regulation
- Preoperative assessment
- Drug preparation
- Blood transfusion
Affiliations
- A lover of all thing water, I'm happiest in or on the water.
- A good kiwi bush bunny, I love New Zealand's remote areas.
- my Grandchildren are my joy my heart my drive.
Accomplishments
- NetworkZ instructor
- Basic life support instructor
- cert in Adult teaching
- work place preceptor
- Health and safety rep
- store procurement
- apex union rep
Certification
- Cert of proficiency in Biophysics level 5
- Driver Development Module Feb 2002
- Cert in adult teaching
- Cert in Ambulance (Primary Care) 2002
- NZQA 100860241
- Wool Technology Massy University
Languages
Dutch
Limited
Other Jobs
- stockman
- Wool Classer
- Woolrest
- Federated Farmers
- Well drillers assistant
- Opossum trapper
- Fencing contractor
- Agricultural contractor Owner Self employed
- Leisure world fun park Rotorua Assistant Manager
- Te Puke Country lodge HCA
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Anaesthetic Technician
Te Whatu Ora
10.2016 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Te Whatu Ora
06.1993 - 05.2025
Diploma of Applied Science - Anaesthetic Technician
Auckland University of Technology
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