Eryn Krieg
Kittanning
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional skilled in patient education, monitoring conditions, and wound care. Proven track record in enhancing patient experiences through effective communication and adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
MRI CT Technician Assistant
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA
07.2025 - Current
- Educated patients and families on procedures, alleviating concerns and enhancing overall experience.
- Assisted MRI technicians in operating imaging equipment and preparing patients for scans.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures during imaging procedures.
- Monitored equipment performance, reporting issues promptly to ensure uninterrupted service delivery.
- Trained new staff on operational protocols and best practices within the MRI department.
- Contributed positively to a collaborative work environment through strong teamwork skills and open communication with colleagues.
- Maintained a clean work environment by routinely sanitizing exam rooms and equipment in accordance with established protocols.
- Provided exceptional patient care through empathetic communication, addressing concerns, and promptly resolving any discomfort during procedures.
- Supported the lead technician in the setup of coils, contrast injection devices, and other essential equipment for successful MRI examinations.
- Demonstrated adaptability in supporting various types of exams including neurology, orthopedic, pediatric cases among others.
- Interacted with patients to explain MRI scans and answer questions, providing reassurance and comfort throughout the process.
- Educated patients on procedure, answering questions, and alleviating concerns.
- Positioned patients to obtain quality MRI images.
- Administered IV for contrast injections done by registered MRI Technologist during procedure.
- Removed IV once procedures were completed.
PCT
Indiana Regional Medical Center
Indiana, PA
11.2023 - 07.2025
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care tasks, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Implemented infection control protocols, enhancing patient safety standards.
- Educated patients on health management techniques during discharge planning.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Performed EKGs, continuous cardiac monitoring devices and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
- Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds and medical conditions, providing personalized care for each individual.
- Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families, addressing questions or concerns with patience and understanding while maintaining patient confidentiality.
- Supported optimal wound healing by skillfully changing dressings and monitoring for signs of infection or complications.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, easing their stress and anxiety during hospital stays.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, offering comfort and dignity to patients in their final stages.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures to support patient care plans.
- Prepared and maintained patient rooms for admissions, discharges, and transfers, ensuring readiness and comfort.
- Assisted with administration of medications under supervision of nursing staff, ensuring proper patient treatment.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Delivered high-quality care to Cardiac and Neuro, ICU, and BHS patients in hospital facility.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
CNA
Maxim Healthcare
Indiana, PA
02.2024 - 04.2024
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
CNA
Pinecrest Manor
St Mary's, PA
03.2022 - 11.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident rooms and common areas.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Contributed to successful discharge planning through coordination with social services and rehabilitation facilities.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
CNA
Life Care Centers Of America
Colorado Springs, CO
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, enhancing comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop individualized care plans.
- Provided emotional support to residents, fostering positive relationships.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic medical records system.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
- Conducted basic physical assessments on new admissions to gather baseline data for nursing staff evaluation.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Education
No Degree - Nursing
Butler County Community College
Ford City, PAHigh School Diploma -
Cameron County Jr. Sr. High School
Emporium, PA06-2020
Skills
- CPR certification
- Basic life support
- Catheter care
- Patient positioning
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient education
- EKG interpretation
- Wound care
- Time management
- Monitoring patient conditions
- End-of-life care
- CNA certification
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
MRI CT Technician Assistant
UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
07.2025 - Current
CNA
Maxim Healthcare
02.2024 - 04.2024
PCT
Indiana Regional Medical Center
11.2023 - 07.2025
CNA
Pinecrest Manor
03.2022 - 11.2023
CNA
Life Care Centers Of America
07.2021 - 06.2022
No Degree - Nursing
Butler County Community College
High School Diploma -
Cameron County Jr. Sr. High School