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Dawn Bernardo

Pitman,NJ

Summary

Knowledgeable and meticulous healthcare team member with proven history of success in performing tests, analyzing heart rhythms and supporting medical staff to assisting with diagnosis and treatment of different cardiovascular concerns. Highly experienced with monitoring equipment. Positive and upbeat communicator with observant nature.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Telemetry Monitor Technician

Inspira Medical Center
Mullica Hill, NJ
11.2021 - Current
  • Observed and evaluated cardiac activity and reported changes to medical staff.
  • Followed all protocols to respond to irregular cardiac activity.
  • Monitored and documented heart rhythms according to physicians' orders.
  • Demonstrated in-depth understanding of telemetry equipment functions.
  • Assisted with improvement and implementation of cardiac log forms.
  • Monitor up to 64 patients at once.

Tele Sitter

Inspira Medical Center
Mullica Hill, NJ
10.2019 - 11.2021
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize patient safety and care delivery.
  • Documented patient activity to inform nurses and appropriate of any changes in patient status.
  • Redirect patient verbally through microphones, to prevent fall or injury, while contacting staff to intervene.
  • Asses patients appropriateness to be monitored remotely via cameras.
  • On occasion provide one on one care to patients in rooms.
  • Maintain telesitter equipment, set up and put in work orders for maintenance as needed.
  • Maintain safety of 12 patients at once.

Medical Secretary

Inspira Medical Center
Woodbury Heights, NJ
01.2019 - 10.2019
  • Kept information confidential and followed HIPAA guidelines to maintain patient trust.
  • Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
  • Enhanced office productivity by handling high volume of callers per day.
  • Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock, anticipating department needs and placing and expediting orders.
  • Kept office equipment operating by troubleshooting breakdowns, performing preventive maintenance and coordinating repairs.
  • Coordinated referrals through insurance and other medical specialists and documented details in patient charts.
  • Maintained all secretarial needs for all 7 units in hospital at once, and worked directly with house supervisor to ensure all needs were met.

Certified Home Health Aide

Kennedy Memorial Hospital
Washington Township, NJ
05.2014 - 11.2016
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
  • Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.

Certified Home Health Aide

BAYADA
Washington Township, NJ
05.2010 - 05.2016
  • Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
  • Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Positioned patients to provide comfort and promote better body alignment.
  • Checked and recorded vital signs, noting any significant changes and assisted nurses with treatment.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.

Emergency Room Technician

Kennedy Memorial Hospital
Stratford, NJ
11.2008 - 11.2010
  • Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
  • Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
  • Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures.
  • Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
  • Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly and transferred to laboratory for testing.
  • Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
  • Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
  • Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
  • Performed and analyzed EKG.

Education

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy

Independence University
Salt Lake City, UT
02.2019

Associate of Arts - Theater Arts

Camden County College
Blackwood, NJ
01.2006

Certiication - Home Health Care

Gloucester County College
Washington Township, NJ
05.2010

Certification - Medical Assistant

Anthem Institute
Cherry Hill, NJ
11.2008

Skills

  • Interpreting EKGs
  • Heart Monitoring
  • Information Intake
  • Telemetry Equipment Monitoring
  • Critical Thinking
  • Emergency Situations
  • Vital Signs Management
  • Heart Rhythms
  • Pulmonary Conditions

Certification

  • NTA. National Certified Telemetry Technician.

Timeline

Telemetry Monitor Technician

Inspira Medical Center
11.2021 - Current

Tele Sitter

Inspira Medical Center
10.2019 - 11.2021

Medical Secretary

Inspira Medical Center
01.2019 - 10.2019

Certified Home Health Aide

Kennedy Memorial Hospital
05.2014 - 11.2016

Certified Home Health Aide

BAYADA
05.2010 - 05.2016

Emergency Room Technician

Kennedy Memorial Hospital
11.2008 - 11.2010

Registered Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory Therapy

Independence University

Associate of Arts - Theater Arts

Camden County College

Certiication - Home Health Care

Gloucester County College

Certification - Medical Assistant

Anthem Institute

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