Carolyn Anson
Portales,NM
Summary
Dedicated Telemetry Monitor Technician with a proven track record at Roosevelt General Hospital, excelling in advanced ECG interpretation and effective communication. Recognized for enhancing patient safety through meticulous monitoring and rapid response to emergencies, while fostering teamwork and professionalism within the healthcare team. Committed to continuous learning and quality improvement initiatives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Roosevelt General Hospital
09.2005 - Current
- Assisted in training new telemetry monitor technicians, sharing expertise and knowledge to help develop competent and confident staff members.
- Improved workflow efficiency by maintaining up-to-date documentation on monitored patients, including rhythm strips and vital signs.
- Maintained strict adherence to hospital policies and procedures related to confidentiality, infection control, and safety protocols during daily activities.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when analyzing cardiac patterns for subtle yet significant changes that could indicate potential complications or emergencies.
- Managed multiple priorities effectively, balancing surveillance of multiple patients while also addressing urgent issues as they arose.
- Assisted nurses in providing quality patient care through accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and timely communication of changes.
- Facilitated continuity of care during shift changes by providing thorough hand-off reports to incoming technicians, ensuring seamless transition of responsibilities.
- Fostered strong relationships with other members of the healthcare team by demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and excellent interpersonal skills at all times.
- Enhanced patient safety by continuously monitoring telemetry equipment and promptly reporting any abnormalities.
- Exhibited proficiency in utilizing various telemetry systems and software programs, adapting quickly to new technologies as needed to maintain high-quality patient monitoring services.
- Collaborated with physicians to implement appropriate interventions based on real-time telemetry data, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping for all monitored patients, facilitating timely interventions when necessary and promoting effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Streamlined the admission process for telemetry patients by quickly setting up monitoring equipment and accurately inputting data into the electronic health record system.
- Promoted a positive work environment by actively participating in staff meetings and offering constructive feedback to improve overall department performance.
- Supported interdisciplinary team collaboration through effective communication regarding patient status and needs, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
- Succeeded in reducing response time to potential emergencies by effectively prioritizing tasks and remaining focused on patient needs.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the overall effectiveness of telemetry services within the hospital setting.
Education
GED -
Portales High
Portales, NMSkills
- Professionalism and ethics
- Continuous learning attitude
- Patient monitoring techniques
- Emergency response readiness
- Written communication proficiency
- Record keeping expertise
- Quality control measures
- Strong communication skills
- Team collaboration
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient confidentiality practices
- Telemetry equipment operation
- Conflict resolution
- Advanced ECG interpretation
- Heart rhythm interpretation
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Basic life support
- Patient communication
- Vital signs measurement
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Patient safety
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Roosevelt General Hospital
09.2005 - Current
GED -
Portales High
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