Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

COLEEN MUNROE

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Highly motivated and Dedicated Telemetry Monitor Technician and Medical Assistant with extensive experience with the Hospital Systems, recognized for enhancing patient safety through meticulous heart rhythm interpretation and effective teamwork. Committed to continuous learning and emergency response readiness, I excel in remote monitor management and uphold patient confidentiality practices, ensuring high-quality care in fast-paced environments. Punctual, reliable, respectful and compassionate with a very strong work ethics willing to take on new challenges.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Telemetry Monitor Technician

Baptist Centralized Monitoring Bank
08.2022 - Current


  • Observe and interpret patients arrhythmias and notify staff of any lethal arrhythmias and significant rhythm changes.
  • Obtain clear, readable six seconds strips. Record measurement of Heart Rate, PR intervals and QRS segments. Print strips to chart in the Epic Systems. Participate in the Orientation of New Hires
  • 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.
  • Enhanced patient safety by continuously monitoring telemetry equipment and promptly reporting any abnormalities.
  • Managed multiple priorities effectively, balancing surveillance of multiple patients while also addressing immediate changes


Telemetry Monitor Technician

North Shore University Hospital
09.2019 - 07.2022
  • 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.
  • Assisted nurses in providing quality patient care through accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and timely communication of changes.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by actively participating in staff meetings and offering constructive feedback to improve overall department performance.
  • Demonstrated commitment to providing exceptional patient care by maintaining a high level of competence and staying informed about best practices in cardiac monitoring.
  • Communicated with healthcare workers and physicians concerning test results.
  • Educated patients on testing and preparation steps prior to procedure.
  • Provided instruction on ECG monitor and connected patient to analyzer.

Additional Program: Mobile Cardiac Outpatient Telemetry (MCOT) Irhythm-Phillips-Biotel Company Prepare equipment and placing Cardiac Telemetry Monitors for Cardiac Patients upon discharge for an extended period to determine any dysrhythmias during normal activity



Telemetry Monitor Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant

NYU LANGONE
09.2008 - 03.2020
  • 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.
  • Assisted nurses in providing quality patient care through accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and timely communication of changes.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by actively participating in staff meetings and offering constructive feedback to improve overall department performance.
  • Kept skills current with ongoing professional development opportunities, attending seminars and training sessions focused on advancements in cardiac monitoring technology.
  • Adhered to cleaning protocol for EKG machine and accessories to provide safe environment.
  • Save, print, measure and record cardiac strips. Assist the Cardiologist by monitoring patients EKg waveform and recognizing irregular heart functions and lethal arrhythmias. Keep track of the inventory log of the Telemetry Boxes, Leads wires and Batteries

Medical Assistant

Queens Long Island Medical Grp
12.2004 - 09.2008
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Contributed to clean and safe clinic environment by adhering to sanitation protocols.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.

Education

Certificate//Diploma - Medical Assistant

Suburban Technical School
Hempstead, NY

Diploma - Telemetry Or EKG Technician

National Telemetry Association

GED -

BOCES
Westbury, NY

Skills

  • Professionalism and ethics
  • Continuous learning attitude
  • Patient monitoring techniques
  • Emergency response readiness
  • Heart rhythm interpretation
  • Remote monitor management
  • Vital signs measurement
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Electronic charting
  • Heartsaver first aid CPR AED
  • Patient confidentiality practices

Timeline

Telemetry Monitor Technician

Baptist Centralized Monitoring Bank
08.2022 - Current

Telemetry Monitor Technician

North Shore University Hospital
09.2019 - 07.2022

Telemetry Monitor Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant

NYU LANGONE
09.2008 - 03.2020

Medical Assistant

Queens Long Island Medical Grp
12.2004 - 09.2008

Certificate//Diploma - Medical Assistant

Suburban Technical School

Diploma - Telemetry Or EKG Technician

National Telemetry Association

GED -

BOCES