Brian Long
Neuro Diagnostics
Summary
Qualified RPSGT bringing 28 years of related experience working with multilevel neurodivergent patients. Adept at monitoring neurodiagnostic conditions, sleep disorder diagnosis, and providing EEG tracings to provide critical input for interdisciplinary care. Seek to bring knowledge and skills to a challenging position with room for advancement. I am looking to join your neurodiagnostic care team. I am a self motivated individual with high standards in the quality of work that I provide including respect of patient care, data collection, procedural accuracy, and time management.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist
HCA Centennial Medical Center
05.2012 - Current
- Completed implementation of PSGs, EEGs and other neurodiagnostic tests while monitoring comfort level, safety and overall wellbeing of the patients.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist PRN
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
04.2015 - 06.2023
- Work in high acuity 10 bed lab evaluating some of the most difficult clinical patients in a research based educational hospital setting.
- Gathered, documented and tracked test results for physician interpretation.
- Helped to complete procedures such as EEGs, PSGs and EMGs.
- Updated electronic medical records with current patient data and physician notes.
- Attached electrodes to patients using adhesives.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Monitored patients during tests or surgeries using electroencephalographs (EEG), evoked potential (EP) instruments or video recording equipment.
- Summarized technical data to assist physicians to diagnose brain, sleep or nervous system disorders.
RPSGT
Sleep Centers of Middle Tennessee
08.2004 - 04.2006
- Proficient RPSGT currently working in a high volume 6 bed sleep lab
- I am experienced in all aspects of Polysomnography including the ability to hook-up, run, and score diagnostic PSG, split PSG, CPAP, BIPAP, Auto-SV, MSLT, and MWT studies
- I provide leadership in a team of 3 or more RPSGT's by holding a strong command of accuracy in data acquisitions, mask fittings, and detail to patient care/client relations
- I am familiar with all aspects of EEG monitored sleep related disorders including pediatric studies
- Played a key role orchestrating a 2 person hook up system resulting in faster patient processing times and higher overall patient satisfaction
- I report to Bryan Hughes with responsibility for running, maintaining, and scoring 2 or more patient PSG's per shift
- I have a thorough knowledge of Polysmith data collection software, PC Direct pressure software, Nihon Khoden equipment, and all major styles of CPAP masks.
Direct Care
Rutherford County Adult Activity Center
04.2006 - 08.2008
- Direct patient care provider excels in data collection/records, client/patient relations, and work place ethics
- Dealt with the direct care of six adult males with MHMR diagnosis
- While at this employer I worked a three day/39 hr
- Work week, dealing directly with one Sleep Apnea patient
- I have a working knowledge of MHMR, OCD, Dementia, Sleep Apnea(Central and Obstructive), and Autism
- Received several offers for advancement including management, while at this job but declined them due to school scheduling conflicts and time restraints.
Client Care/Assistant Day Program Director
Stones River Center
08.2004 - 04.2006
- Work in a group home setting, providing care for (8) adult clients with MHMR diagnosis
- Daily requirements included but were not limited to data entry, consulting with client families, representing the client in regards to employment, and hands on medical care
- While acting as the Assistant day program director it was my duty to manage daily schedules, designate breaks, and be available to assist 20-25 subordinates as needed.
Sales
Dell Computers
04.2002 - 06.2004
- Sales from inbound catalog sales for Dell home computer systems.
Developmental Technician
Clover Bottom Developmental Center
05.1995 - 04.2002
- Completed all aspects of direct patient care of developmentally delayed adult individuals at a large multiunit state run MHMR facility.
- Implementation of occupational therapies to improve daily skills in independent living..
- Data collection of daily activities.
Education
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist - Neuroscience
Erlanger North
Chattanooga, TN05.2011
B.S.N. Science/Nursing -
MTSU
01.2011
Honors GED General Education Diploma -
Cohn Adult
Murfreesboro, TN01.1997
Skills
- Neurodiagnostic Testing
- Epilepsy Monitoring
- Critical Care EEG
- Long-term Monitoring
- Pediatric EEG
- Seizure Recognition
- Polysomnographic Analysis
- BiPAP Titration Management
- ASV Titration Management
- Maintenance of Wakefulness Testing
- Multiple Sleep Latency Testing
Keywords
RPSGT, Sleep Diagnostics, Neurodiagnostics, Client care, MHMR, Patient advocacy, Night shift, Supervisory roles
References
- Neal Appelbaum, 615-563-3276, President, Cannon County Chamber of Commerce
- Garth Hawkins, 615-638-3484, Environmental Engineer
- Ken Soper, 615-604-0069, RPSGT
Certification
- RPSGT - Registered Polysomnographic Technologist
- BLS
Timeline
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist PRN
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
04.2015 - 06.2023
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist
HCA Centennial Medical Center
05.2012 - Current
Direct Care
Rutherford County Adult Activity Center
04.2006 - 08.2008
Client Care/Assistant Day Program Director
Stones River Center
08.2004 - 04.2006
RPSGT
Sleep Centers of Middle Tennessee
08.2004 - 04.2006
Sales
Dell Computers
04.2002 - 06.2004
Developmental Technician
Clover Bottom Developmental Center
05.1995 - 04.2002
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist - Neuroscience
Erlanger North
B.S.N. Science/Nursing -
MTSU
Honors GED General Education Diploma -
Cohn Adult
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