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Brandy Bercey

Hermitage,TN

Summary

Driven healthcare support professional with an established background in diverse care environments, including direct patient support, administrative duties, and coordination of care services. Skilled in effective communication, patient education, and fostering positive relationships with patients and team members. Quick learner, dedicated to strengthening expertise through ongoing education, professional development, and hands-on experience. Demonstrated ability to improve patient satisfaction through personalized support and efficient resolution of concerns.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Heart/ Autonomics Technician

Vanderbilt Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee
01.2025 - Current

· Facilitate a battery of tests to measure the functioning of the autonomic nervous system.

· Measure heart rate and blood pressure of patients exposed to various stimuli.

· Perform sympathetic skin response tests and record galvanic responses from the skin.

· Prepare patients for autonomic testing and explain procedures to ensure understanding.

· Set up patient rooms with necessary equipment before testing.

· Perform autonomic tests and record observations in real time.

· Maintain proper scheduling in conjunction with the scheduling department.

· Provide patients with pre-appointment paperwork and answer questions prior to appointments.

· Maintain proper supply levels and order additional testing supplies as needed.

· Enter test result data accurately to be reviewed by aCardiologist.

· Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager or Director.

· Provides technical support for the acquisition of a cardiac tracing needed to diagnose or rule out cardiac disease in the form of, ECG 12 and 15 leads, Event Monitor, Holter Monitor, telemetry, or autonomic function testing

Emergency Lead Tech

Tristar Skyline Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee
08.2021 - 12.2023

· Help make assignments for other patient care techs for the floor and rotated assignments as needed

· Help train and educate new staff on policies and procedures and ensure orientation checklist is completed

· Work with doctors and nurses and provide technical support for patient care.

· Help with resuscitation/CPR and emergency airway procedures.

· Obtain and document a patient’s vital signs and assist with placement of oxygen saturation, blood pressure monitoring and cardiac monitoring.

· Collect blood samples, tissue or other laboratory specimens, preparing them for testing

· Assist with positioning patients, applying orthopedic dressing and splints.

· Measuring and fitting canes and crutches and teaching patients how to use them.

· Assisting with administrative duties such as patient transfers and discharges.

· Making sure that the correct documentation inputted into patient’s chart.

· Helping with checking in patients into the Emergency department to be seen by a provider.

Women's Group Counseling Coordinator

Women's Community Rehabilitation Center Wcrc - Upliftd
Baton Rouge, LOUISIANA
09.2020 - 07.2021
  • Provided crisis intervention services for individuals in need of immediate assistance.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, social workers, physicians, and other professionals.
  • Developed crisis intervention strategies for individuals facing difficult situations or events.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients.
  • Monitored clients' daily activities and responded appropriately when needed.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of client progress and treatment plans.
  • Participated in regular team meetings to discuss case management issues and plan services for clients.
  • Facilitated transport for residents in need of a treatment facility.
  • Monitor clients taking prescribed medication when scheduled, using the approved WCRC Medication Supervision System outlined in the WCRC Policy and Procedures Manual.ocument in Medication Log.
  • Make all necessary documentation in the WCRC Daily Logbook for program continuity.
  • Facilitated ongoing training Staff Meetings, Group Therapy Sessions, and all required In-Service Training Sessions when scheduled.

Psychometrist

Jefferson Neurobehavioral Group
New Orleans, LOUISIANA
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Utilized computer technology to input test scores into databases for storage and retrieval purposes.
  • Researched new assessment tools available on the market that may be beneficial for use in clinical settings.
  • Analyzed data collected during assessments using statistical methods such as factor analysis or item response theory.
  • Conducted clinical interviews to obtain information from clients regarding their background and current functioning.
  • Contributed ideas towards improving existing procedures within the department related to psychometric services.
  • Reviewed client records to ensure accuracy of data entry into psychometric software programs.
  • Compiled written reports summarizing test results for review by psychologists or other professionals.
  • Provided crisis intervention services during times of distress or emergency situations.
  • Prepared presentations summarizing research findings related to psychometric principles and practices for trainings or workshops.
  • Organized materials used in administering assessments such as questionnaires, pencils and answer sheets.
  • Attended continuing education seminars related to psychometrics topics such as neuropsychological testing or cross-cultural assessment techniques.

Career Planning Coordinator Assistant

Fisk University Office of Career Services
Nashville, Tennessee
01.2018 - 07.2019
  • Evaluated existing processes and procedures for efficiency improvements.
  • Organized workshops, seminars and other events to promote career development activities.
  • Coordinated alumni-mentorship program that matched recent graduates with seasoned professionals in their fields of interest.
  • Reviewed resumes submitted by students prior to submitting them to employers.
  • Maintained records of student participation in career services programs, as well as outcomes such as job placement rates or salary information.
  • Assisted in developing new recruitment strategies for the college's Career Services Office.
  • Assessed effectiveness of existing programs offered by the Career Services Office through surveys and focus groups.

Research Assistant

Department of Life Sciences at Fisk University
Nashville, Tennessee
06.2016 - 04.2018
  • Maintained a database of all research activities conducted during the course of each project.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss progress on ongoing projects or brainstorm ideas for future endeavors.
  • Collaborated with other researchers in developing study designs, methods, and tools for data collection.
  • Drafted manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals.
  • Performed literature reviews to ensure accuracy of results.
  • Interpreted results from experiments and surveys to generate meaningful conclusions.
  • Assisted in the design and implementation of experimental protocols.
  • Prepared comprehensive reports summarizing research findings.
  • Prepared reports, presentations, and articles using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
  • Set up, calibrated, and maintained laboratory and field research equipment.
  • Interpreted test results and determined need for retesting.
  • Participated in extra training and courses to refine and improve upon industry knowledge.
  • Analyzed experimental results and determined whether results fit within standard procedures.
  • Presented experimental findings in presentations with graphs, charts and other visual aids.
  • Cleaned and prepared lab equipment for solutions, specimens and samples.
  • Conducted experiments and carefully ran studies for Parkinson’s Disease
  • Worked with microorganisms, including culturing, staining, and identifying bacteria and other pathogens.

Education

Master of Science - Health Sciences

Meharry Medical College
Nashville, TN
05-2025

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Fisk University
Nashville, TN
05-2019

Skills

  • Data analysis
  • Patient assessment
  • Crisis intervention
  • Clinical documentation
  • Research methodology
  • Effective communication
  • Technical support

Timeline

Heart/ Autonomics Technician

Vanderbilt Medical Center
01.2025 - Current

Emergency Lead Tech

Tristar Skyline Medical Center
08.2021 - 12.2023

Women's Group Counseling Coordinator

Women's Community Rehabilitation Center Wcrc - Upliftd
09.2020 - 07.2021

Psychometrist

Jefferson Neurobehavioral Group
08.2019 - 03.2020

Career Planning Coordinator Assistant

Fisk University Office of Career Services
01.2018 - 07.2019

Research Assistant

Department of Life Sciences at Fisk University
06.2016 - 04.2018

Master of Science - Health Sciences

Meharry Medical College

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Fisk University
Brandy Bercey