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Antonette Woodfine

4-03 Astoria Blvd. 5G Long Island City, ,NY

Summary

Results-driven EEG Technician with extensive experience at Lenox Hill Hospital and Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, specializing in patient monitoring and precise data entry. Demonstrated expertise in preparing and operating EEG equipment while prioritizing patient comfort, leading to accurate and reliable results. Known for fostering strong patient relationships and effectively addressing diverse needs in high-pressure environments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

EEG Technologist

Lenox Hill Hospital
Manhattan, NY
06.2023 - Current
  • Measured patient body parts, marking locations for electrode placement during diagnostic testing and pre-surgery.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable regulatory standards related to the use of medical devices.
  • Conducted ongoing maintenance checks on all equipment used in the lab or clinic setting.
  • Documented patient information such as medical histories, medications, test results, and other relevant details.
  • Worked with neonates, infants, children, adults and geriatric patients, making patients comfortable, answering questions and monitoring health.
  • Monitored patients during EEG tests to ensure safety, comfort, and proper functioning of equipment.

EEG Technician

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
Queens, NY
11.2022 - 06.2023
  • Transport portable EEG equipment performing routine, Long term monitoring at patients bedside, intensive care units and ER.
  • Prepared room and equipment for effective EEG operation and patient comfort and assisted physician with procedures.
  • Worked with children, adults and geriatric patients, making patients comfortable, answering questions and monitoring health.
  • Knows operating principles of the equipment and all safety aspect related the equipment.
  • Collected and documented results and performed calculations to help physicians interpret scans.
  • Preformed routine, prolong, and ambulatory EEGS.
  • Submitted and charged orders upon completion.

EEG Technician

Neurological Specialties Of Long Island
Great Neck, NY
03.2022 - 12.2022
  • Prepared room and equipment for effective EEG operation and patient comfort and assisted physician with procedures.
  • Instructed patients and family members regarding procedures to be performed using layman language to minimize patient anxiety.
  • Positioned patients on examination table, confirmed optimum testing conditions, accurately placed electrodes and continuously monitored tests.
  • Collected patients' medical information to customize test parameters.
  • Demonstrated thorough knowledge of 10-20 system of electrode placement when performing EEGs.
  • Record and provide final impression to be reviewed by the ordering Physician.
  • Responsible for routine cleaning, maintenance and stock of EEG machine.
  • Tracked patient data, transcribed physician dictation and updated EMR charts.

Patient Care Assistant

Northwell Lenox Hill Hospital
Manhattan, NY
11.2018 - Current
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
  • Contributed to unit improvements by providing cost-effective care in line with performance targets.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs to aid physicians with patient care planning.

EEG-Internship

Health Styles
Brooklyn, NY
04.2020 - 09.2020
  • Demonstrated thorough knowledge of 10-20 system of electrode placement when performing EEGs.
  • Set up equipment to prepare for patient procedures and tests.
  • Instructed patients and family members regarding procedures to be performed using layman language to minimize patient anxiety.
  • Positioned patients on examination table, confirmed optimum testing conditions, accurately placed electrodes and continuously monitored tests.
  • Prepared room and equipment for effective EEG operation and patient comfort and assisted physician as needed.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Northwell Stern Family Center For Rehabilitation
Manhasset, NY
05.2016 - 03.2017
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
  • Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
  • Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
  • Assisted in cleansing enemas, catheterization and bladder irrigations.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and muscular dystrophy.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.
  • Performed direct patient care aimed at increasing comfort, psycho, social and spiritual well-being by providing assistance with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, elimination, prevention of skin breakdown, rehabilitation and safety.

Certified Nurse Assistant

Meadowbrook Care Center
Freeport, NY
05.2007 - 09.2015
  • Used mobility devices to transport patients.
  • Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Ensured HIPAA compliance.
  • Assisted patients with daily functions.
  • Measured urine and delivered specimens to lab.
  • Certified Nursing Assistance.
  • Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.

Education

Certification - EEG Training

NeuroDiagnos Tech
Hempstead, NY
07.2020

BBA - Business Administration And Management

Plaza College
Forest Hills, NY

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Plaza College
Queens ,NY
01.2020

GED -

Plaza College
Queens, NY
04.2016

Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistance

Allen School - Jamaica
Jamaica, NY
11.2006

Coursework in Life Cycle Nutrition and Psychosocial Development Medical Terminology Knowledge - Speech and Communication, and Psychology

Skills

  • BLS Certification
  • Cadwell Equipment
  • XLTEK Equipment and Natus Software System
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Data Entry
  • Excellent Communication
  • Compassionate Patient-focused Care
  • Companionship and Emotional Support Adaptable
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge Dedicated Hospice Care Provider
  • Medical Terminology
  • Customer Service
  • Organizational Skill
  • Quick Problem Solver
  • Collecting Vital Signs
  • Relationship Building
  • ECG Rhythm Interpretation
  • Echocardiogram Administration
  • Sterilization Techniques
  • Friendly, positive attitude

Certification

  • BSL Certification
  • EEG Certification
  • Certified Nurse Assistant

Timeline

EEG Technologist

Lenox Hill Hospital
06.2023 - Current

EEG Technician

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
11.2022 - 06.2023

EEG Technician

Neurological Specialties Of Long Island
03.2022 - 12.2022

EEG-Internship

Health Styles
04.2020 - 09.2020

Patient Care Assistant

Northwell Lenox Hill Hospital
11.2018 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Northwell Stern Family Center For Rehabilitation
05.2016 - 03.2017

Certified Nurse Assistant

Meadowbrook Care Center
05.2007 - 09.2015

Certification - EEG Training

NeuroDiagnos Tech

BBA - Business Administration And Management

Plaza College

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Plaza College

GED -

Plaza College

Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistance

Allen School - Jamaica

Coursework in Life Cycle Nutrition and Psychosocial Development Medical Terminology Knowledge - Speech and Communication, and Psychology

Antonette Woodfine