Brian Tatar
Severance,CO
Summary
Highly knowledgeable LPN with a wealth of healthcare experience and expertise in problem-solving. Talented in maintaining complex and comprehensive databases covering patient information. Dedicated to proactive monitoring and thorough reporting using top-notch technical abilities. Strong medical background in various different positions looking to obtain employment with a well-established organization centered around patient care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Representative Advocate
UCHealth Greeley Hospital
10.2023 - Current
- Resolved billing issues, resulting in increased patient trust and financial stability for the clinic.
- Implemented effective problem-solving techniques to resolve diverse patient concerns promptly.
- Educated patients on healthcare policies and procedures, promoting adherence to treatment plans.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and medical professionals for optimal care coordination.
Radio Frequency Transmission Superintendent, Aero Medical Evacuation Technician
Air National Guard
02.2008 - Current
- Created and maintained COMSEC program for radio encryption for secure radio transmission
- Developed multiple programs and maintained over 250 thousand dollars worth of telecommunication equipment.
- Supported team leadership with technological roadmaps and proposals for implementation of emerging technologies or changes to standard protocols.
- Analyzed project requirements, developing specifications and modeling proposed designs to evaluate performance and ultimately create high-functioning technology.
Emergency Room Technician
Banner Fort Collins Medical Center
02.2016 - 04.2020
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Liaised between nurses, physicians, patients and visitors.
- Inserted peripheral IVs and administered non-medication IV fluids.
- Provided triage, first-aid and referral to outside medical providers during workplace injury or medical emergency.
Air Evacuation Medical Technician
Air Evacuation Squadron
03.2008 - 06.2015
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Maintained patient records and reports to enable tracking history and provide accurate and up-to-date information for physicians and other medical staff.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment, and reagents used and placed orders for replacements.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Emergency Room Technician
Mckee Medical Center
10.2007 - 02.2012
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Maintained patient records and reports to enable tracking history and provide accurate and up-to-date information for physicians and other medical staff.
- Assisted physicians and nurses in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to identify accurate treatment for patients.
Unit Clerk
Mckee Medical Center
01.2009 - 04.2011
- Answered unit calls and took messages for healthcare staff to maximize team productivity.
- Documented updates to patient information in medical charts while maintaining HIPAA compliance protecting confidentiality of records.
- Arranged discharges and patient transportations.
- Prepared admissions charts and scanned records.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Registered and verified patient records before triage with most up-to-date information.
Education
Associates of Applied Science - Electronics Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery AL11.2021
A.A.S. - Nursing Technology
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery AL11.2014
Skills
- Electronic and Communication Systems
- Medical Records Management
- EMR Systems
- Direct Patient Care
- Critical Thinking
- Wireless Technology
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
Certification
- Wyoming State Licensed Practical Nurse - 44880, exp Dec 31, 2026
- Colorado Licensed Practical Nurse 0338805
- American Heart Association BLS
Timeline
Patient Representative Advocate
UCHealth Greeley Hospital
10.2023 - Current
Emergency Room Technician
Banner Fort Collins Medical Center
02.2016 - 04.2020
Unit Clerk
Mckee Medical Center
01.2009 - 04.2011
Air Evacuation Medical Technician
Air Evacuation Squadron
03.2008 - 06.2015
Radio Frequency Transmission Superintendent, Aero Medical Evacuation Technician
Air National Guard
02.2008 - Current
Emergency Room Technician
Mckee Medical Center
10.2007 - 02.2012
Associates of Applied Science - Electronics Technology
Community College of The Air Force
A.A.S. - Nursing Technology
Community College of The Air Force
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