Christine Holley
Middletown
Summary
Accomplished Medical Technologist with over 20 years of experience, including supervisory roles at Hartford Hospital and currently contributing expertise in laboratory operations at Middlesex Hospital. Certified Health Occupations Teacher (103) with a proven track record in teaching science to middle and high school students, demonstrating a strong commitment to fostering academic growth and student development. Skilled in designing and implementing curricula tailored to diverse learning needs, promoting a collaborative classroom environment that enhances student engagement and achievement. Renowned for reliability and adaptability, with a focus on team collaboration and achieving educational goals through effective classroom management and communication skills.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Point of Care Educator
Middlesex Hospital
03.2022 - Current
- Responsible for education of new nurses and patient care technicians in laboratory procedures used at the bedside and in doctor's offices. Also responsible for maintaining yearly competency for the trained staff.
- Responsible for maintenance of all equipment, review of quality control records, and trouble shooting
- Review patient critical values daily for proper adherence to protocol
- Collaborate with all unit managers to ensure staff compliance
Science Teacher
K-12 Schools
09.2009 - 08.2021
- Bielefield Elementary School-behavior intervention
- Science teacher at Hartford Public High School, Medical Theme Coach at CREC MPTPA, Health Occupations teacher in Waterbury, Middle School Science teacher in New Britain, Health Occupations teacher in Bristol
Medical Technologist
Hartford Hospital
05.1988 - 09.2009
- Routine Hematology, Coagulation, Chemistry, Microbiology
- Maintaining instrumentation including daily maintenance, quality control and trouble shooting
- Reviewing CAP and state checklist to ensure compliance with laboratory regulations
- Supervisory experience includes direct supervision of staff, scheduling two shifts, budget justification and participations in peer inspections
- Operated advanced diagnostic equipment, maintaining high standards of safety and quality control protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to interpret test results, facilitating timely patient care decisions.
- Analyzed complex laboratory tests to ensure accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.
Education
Master of Science - STEM masters program
CCSU
CTBachelor of Science - Teaching Certification, Alternate Route to Certification (ARC)
CT State Department of Higher Education
Hartford01.2007
No Degree - Certified Master Gardener
UCONN
CT01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Western CT State University
Danbury, CT05-1988
Skills
- Instrumentation repair expertise
- In-depth understanding of laboratory safety standards
- Quality assurance
- Internship coordination
- Coordinated health education programs
- Established HOSA chapter in schools
- Curriculum development experience
- CAP inspector
- Ongoing technical education
- Proficient in engaging diverse student populations
- Experienced in conflict resolution strategies
Certification
- State of CT, Health Occupations (103)
- Life Space Crisis Intervention certified 4/2011
- American Society of Clinical Pathologists, Certified Medical Technologist 1988
Timeline
Point of Care Educator
Middlesex Hospital
03.2022 - Current
Science Teacher
K-12 Schools
09.2009 - 08.2021
Medical Technologist
Hartford Hospital
05.1988 - 09.2009
Master of Science - STEM masters program
CCSU
Bachelor of Science - Teaching Certification, Alternate Route to Certification (ARC)
CT State Department of Higher Education
No Degree - Certified Master Gardener
UCONN
Bachelor of Science - Medical Technology
Western CT State University
Community Leadership
- PTA Bielefield School, President, 2003, 2005, Facilitated meetings, liaison to school staff, oversight of all committees and events. Planned and planted a rainbow garden with children in grades K-3. Wrote and received a grant from The Middletown Commission on the Arts for a mural, and coordinated the mural project.
- Board of Education, Extern, 2003-09, 2003-12, Participated in bi-weekly meetings as a non-voting member.
- Big Sister, Big Sister for twelve years
Continuing Education
- CCSU STEM Expo 5/2016
- Black Nurses National Convention 9/2014
- NAF Convention, Orlando 7/2013
- CT HOSA Conventions 2012-2016
- STEM Conference 9/2012
- “Life Space Crisis Intervention” certification 4/2011
- “Learning for Clean Energy” 10/9/2008-CT Clean Energy Fund
- “Back to School with Project Learning Tree” 9/23/2006-CT Forest Park Association
- “The Well Managed Classroom” 10/19/2006-CT State Dept. of Education
- Currently enrolled in STEM masters program at CCSU