Denise Vivo
Rosemead,CA
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Telemetry Technician / Unit Secretary
Beverly Hospital
03.2007 - Current
- Observe, reads, interprets and evaluates for any abnormality changes in a cardiac rhythm and reports to the appropriate nurse and/or charge nurse in a timely manner.
- Monitor's and documents findings on the electrocardiogram continuously using the snip-it program.
- knowledgeable in following all protocols in responding to an emergency code for the unit and throughout the facility.
- UNIT SECRETARY
- Preforms secretarial job-related duties as assigned: maintaining an organized unit, telephone etiquette, scheduling Physician consults and in-house hemodialysis appointment.
- Assis in admission and discharging process by documentation.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beverly Hospital
03.2007 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as stroke, respiratory failure, diabetes, sever weakness, altered mental status.
- Worked well independently as well as helping other team members and nurses with patient safety.
- Charting patients progress using the meditech computer system.
Certified Nursing Assistant
San Gabriel Valley Medical Center
09.2000 - 02.2003
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment such as side table, bed side rails, and Iv pole.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as nurse call light button, extra blankets, television remote, water pitcher, and telephone.
- Charting patients vital signs, weight, intake and output information.
- Aid with wound care under the supervision of a licensed vocational wound care nurse.
Central Supply Technician
Beverly Hospital
06.1994 - 09.1994
- Cleaned and sterilized medical instruments.
- Storing and distributing supplies and equipment to all areas and departments.
- Assist with inventory in order to ensure that enough stock is on hand.
- Stocking the clean utility room with supplies.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Rio Hondo College
06.2010
No Degree - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Glendale Career College
Glendale07.1999
High School Diploma -
Schurr High School
Montebello, CA06.1994
Skills
- Arrhythmia Knowledge
- Telemetry Equipment Operation
- Electrocardiogram Expertise
- Patient Chart Management
- Electronic Charting
- Documentation
- Equipment Calibration
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Medical Terminology
- Stroke Training (FAST)
- HIPAA Guidelines
- Knowledge of Hospital Emergency Codes
Timeline
Telemetry Technician / Unit Secretary
Beverly Hospital
03.2007 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Beverly Hospital
03.2007 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
San Gabriel Valley Medical Center
09.2000 - 02.2003
Central Supply Technician
Beverly Hospital
06.1994 - 09.1994
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Rio Hondo College
No Degree - Licensed Vocational Nurse
Glendale Career College
High School Diploma -
Schurr High School