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Hi, I’m
Cynthia A. Gillardi
St. Louis,MO
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
As training professional with focus on CPR instruction, possesses comprehensive understanding of emergency response protocols. Proven track record of delivering impactful training sessions that improve participants' confidence and competence. Known for exceptional teamwork, adaptability, and commitment to high standards and results.
Overview
23
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Nation’s Best CPR
CPR Instructor and Training Center Faculty
2022.10 - Current (3 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Company Overview: Nationwide
- Instructor of CPR, AED, First Aid, BLS
- Taught both American Red Cross and American Heart Association programs
- Good communication skills, received positive feedback on teaching method and material taught
- Nationwide
Yankee Candle Company
Sales Associate
2017.10 - 2024.01 (6 education.years_Label & 3 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Work part time as a sales associate selling specialty candles and accessories
KC Lifesavers (formerly Stayin Alive CPR)
CPR Instructor and Training Center Faculty
2020.07 - 2022.08 (2 education.years_Label & 1 education.month_Label)
Job overview
- Instructor of CPR, AED, First Aid, BLS
- Taught both American Red Cross and American Heart Association programs
- Good communication skills, received positive feedback on teaching method and material taught
Lutheran Senior Services
Registered Nurse
2019.07 - 2020.07 (1 education.year_Label)
Job overview
- Skills included are:
- Medical-Surgical Care
- Communication
- IV Therapy
- Delegation
- Admissions and Discharges
- Clinical Documentation
- Written Communication
- Customer Service
- Critical Thinking
- Basic Life Support
Fox C-6 School District
Registered Nurse – Substitute School Nurse (Part Time)
2017.08 - 2019.01 (1 education.year_Label & 5 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Treated students from the ages of pre K to High School
- Treated students with wounds, head injuries, cuts, scrapes, seizures, fractures, diabetes, cystic fibrosis and other assorted injuries and disease processes
- Administered prescription medications, Tylenol and Tums
- Maintained immunization records
Veterans Administration John Cochran Medical Center
Registered Nurse – Cardiac Electrophysiology Lab
2013.10 - 2015.10 (2 education.years_Label)
Job overview
- Organized and opened a new EP Lab
- Performed pre and post procedure patient teaching
- Scheduled electrophysiology studies and cardiac cath lab studies
- Performed duties of circulating and moderate sedation nurse during electrophysiology studies such as Atrial Flutter, SVT, and Atrial Fibrillation Ablations
- Performed circulating nurse activities and moderate sedation for device implants including pacemaker implants, defibrillator implants, Bi-ventricular Pacemaker and/or defibrillator implants as well as loop recorder implants and SICD implants
- Proficient with the St Jude Workmate Stimulator system
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
Supervisor – Cardiac Electrophysiology Lab
2012.08 - 2013.10 (1 education.year_Label & 2 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Supervise staff and direct the workings of the EP Lab while also performing the duties of circulator, monitoring nurse and scrub nurse for electrophysiology studies, radiofrequency ablations and device implants
- Proficient at the EP Med System recording system and the Prucka recording system with the Bloom Stimulator
St. Anthony’s Medical Center
Registered Nurse – Cardiac Electrophysiology Lab
2010.02 - 2012.08 (2 education.years_Label & 6 education.months_Label)
Job overview
- Assisted in setting up the new atrial fibrillation pulmonary vein isolation program using the Bard EP recording system and Carto mapping system
- Responsible for training staff in the many aspects of this new, cutting edge procedure
- Assured all necessary equipment and medications were available
- Assisted with lead extraction procedures
- Circulator, monitoring nurse and/or scrub nurse for cardioversions, tilt table testing, diagnostic EP procedures, radiofrequency ablation procedures, pacemaker insertions, implantable cardiac defibrillator insertions
St. John’s Mercy Medical Center
Registered Nurse – Team Leader
2003.02 - 2010.02 (7 education.years_Label)
Job overview
- Team Leader RN for the EP Lab
- Duties of scheduling procedure and staff schedules
- Trained staff new to the EP Lab
- Assisted in staff reviews
- Circulator, monitoring nurse and/or scrub nurse for cardioversions, tilt table testing, diagnostic EP procedures, radiofrequency ablation procedures, pacemaker insertions, implantable cardiac defibrillator insertions
- Performed EP procedures and ablations using the EP Med System and Carto System for electrophysiology
St. Anthony’s Physician Contract Management
Case Manager
2002.02 - 2003.02 (1 education.year_Label)
Job overview
- On site patient reviews for Medicare Complete patients and for physicians employed by St
- Anthony’s Medical Center
- Worked with families of hospitalized patients to arrange for needed services and discharge planning
Education
St. Louis Community College at MeramecSt.Louis, MO
Associate Degree Nursing
01.1994
Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology – Barnes HospitalSt. Louis, MO
Radiologic Technology from 2 year Certificate program
01.1979
Skills
- Medical-Surgical Care
- Communication
- IV Therapy
- Delegation
- Admissions and Discharges
- Clinical Documentation
- Written Communication
- Customer Service
- Critical Thinking
- Basic Life Support
- First aid training
- Safety protocols
- Advanced cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Emergency medical response
- Airway management
- Automated external defibrillator
- Classroom instruction
- Oxygen administration
- CPR and AED
- Video presentations
- First aid and CPR
- Anatomy and physiology
- Multitasking
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Interpersonal communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Excellent communication
- Medical terminology
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Organizational skills
- Supervising students
- Pharmacology
- Completing physical assessments
- Small group instruction
- Managing simulation equipment
- Clinical supervision
- Mentoring proficiency
- Analytical thinking
- Coordinating student schedules
- Student precepting
- Written communication
- Team building
- Task prioritization
- Relationship building
- Internship oversight
- Multitasking Abilities
- Public speaking
- Active listening
- Teamwork
- Disease prevention strategies
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Professional development planning
- Self motivation
- Interpersonal skills
- Scientific writing
- Goal setting
- Professionalism
- Educational leadership
- Student mentoring
- Time management abilities
- Continuous improvement
- Adaptability
- Course planning
- Lesson plan development
- Professional demeanor
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Student evaluation
- Academic advising
- Medical equipment operation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Analytical skills
- Instructional design
- Health program evaluation
- Hands-on clinical instruction
- Human anatomy and physiology
- Advanced anatomy knowledge
- Developing curriculum
- Course lectures
- Developing lesson plans
- Evaluating student performance
- Learning management system proficiency
- Administering student records
- Educational program management
- Patient care management
- Operating simulation equipment
- Online learning platforms
- Advising students
- Course material preparation
Accomplishments
As a Radiologic Technologist, I held the positions of the Secretary and President of the 4th District of the Missouri Society of Radiologic Technologists as well as the Secretary and President of the State level of the Missouri Society of Radiologic Technologists.
I was an active member of the Disaster Mortuary Operational Response Team and was deployed to Louisiana to assist with operations pertaining to the aftermath of hurricane Katrina.
I was the Team Leader of the Electrophysiology Lab at a large, St Louis area hospital as well as a Supervisor of an Electrophysiology Lab at another St. Louis area Hospital.
I am an active member in my church and have been for over 30 years.
I have been on the board of Needy Paws Rescue since 2014.
I have received many accomodations and positive evaluations from both employers and patients regarding my excellent skills, my caring attitude and my consistent and positive work ethic.
Certification
- Missouri State Board of Nursing
- BLS certification
- Former Member of US government entity – DMORT (Disaster Mortuary Operational Response Team)
- On Board of Directors – Needy Paws Rescue, St. Louis, MO
Affiliations
- Sacred Heart Catholic Church
- Needy Paws Rescue
- Disaster Mortuary Operational Response Team
Interests
Timeline
CPR Instructor and Training Center Faculty
Nation’s Best CPR
2022.10 - Current (3 education.years_Label & 9 education.months_Label)
CPR Instructor and Training Center Faculty
KC Lifesavers (formerly Stayin Alive CPR)
2020.07 - 2022.08 (2 education.years_Label & 1 education.month_Label)
Registered Nurse
Lutheran Senior Services
2019.07 - 2020.07 (1 education.year_Label)
Sales Associate
Yankee Candle Company
2017.10 - 2024.01 (6 education.years_Label & 3 education.months_Label)
Registered Nurse – Substitute School Nurse (Part Time)
Fox C-6 School District
2017.08 - 2019.01 (1 education.year_Label & 5 education.months_Label)
Registered Nurse – Cardiac Electrophysiology Lab
Veterans Administration John Cochran Medical Center
2013.10 - 2015.10 (2 education.years_Label)
Supervisor – Cardiac Electrophysiology Lab
Missouri Baptist Medical Center
2012.08 - 2013.10 (1 education.year_Label & 2 education.months_Label)
Registered Nurse – Cardiac Electrophysiology Lab
St. Anthony’s Medical Center
2010.02 - 2012.08 (2 education.years_Label & 6 education.months_Label)
Registered Nurse – Team Leader
St. John’s Mercy Medical Center
2003.02 - 2010.02 (7 education.years_Label)
Case Manager
St. Anthony’s Physician Contract Management
2002.02 - 2003.02 (1 education.year_Label)
Mallinckrodt Institute of Radiology – Barnes Hospital
Radiologic Technology from 2 year Certificate program
St. Louis Community College at Meramec
Associate Degree Nursing