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Claudia Chavez

Surprise,AZ

Summary

Dedicated Monitor Technician at Banner Estrella Medical Center with expertise in telemetry monitoring and cardiac rhythm analysis. Proven ability to swiftly respond to alarms and effectively communicate critical findings, ensuring patient safety and continuity of care. Trained new staff on protocols, enhancing team efficiency and performance in high-acuity environments.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Monitor Technician

Banner Estrella Medical Center
Phoenix, AZ
06.2011 - Current
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to report abnormal readings and changes in patient conditions.
  • Assisted in maintaining telemetry equipment through regular inspections and troubleshooting.
  • Documented patient data accurately within electronic health record systems for continuity of care.
  • Trained new technicians on telemetry monitoring protocols and equipment usage procedures.
  • Responded promptly to any alarms or changes in patient conditions.
  • Monitored cardiac rhythms, analyzed data, and reported findings to medical staff.
  • Managed multiple patients simultaneously with different levels of acuity and severity.
  • Utilized computer applications such as electronic health records systems for documenting patient information.
  • Identified potential safety issues related to telemetry monitoring systems and took corrective action as needed.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of arrhythmias and their management through appropriate interventions.

Medical Technician

The Heritage Legacy
Sun City West, AZ
05.2005 - 06.2011
  • Ensured timely delivery of quality care, meeting all company standards.
  • Administered medications according to physician directives, following standard operating procedures.
  • Cross-checked patient names and prescriptions to verify medication accuracy upon pharmacy receipt.
  • Assisted CNAs in supporting patients with daily living activities.

Medical Technician

Chaparral Winds
Surprise, AZ
05.2004 - 05.2005
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care.
  • Documented and updated patient data on electronic medical charts, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
  • Supported healthcare teams in consistently delivering timely and quality care according to company standards.
  • Administered medications under physician direction following standard operating procedures.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Maricopa Community Colleges, Scottsdale Community College
Scottsdale, AZ
05-2015

Skills

  • Telemetry monitoring
  • Arrhythmia recognition
  • Electronic health records
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Patient data documentation
  • Cardiac rhythm analysis
  • Alarm response
  • Effective communication
  • Telemetry interpretation

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Monitor Technician

Banner Estrella Medical Center
06.2011 - Current

Medical Technician

The Heritage Legacy
05.2005 - 06.2011

Medical Technician

Chaparral Winds
05.2004 - 05.2005

Associate of Science - Nursing

Maricopa Community Colleges, Scottsdale Community College