Dustin Kooiman
Columbus,OH
Summary
A Patient Care Technician and Cardiac Technician with more than 10 years of practical experience in emergency, observation, medical-surgical, telemetry, ICU, oncology, Cardiac ICU Step-down, and cardiac procedural environments. Proficient in EKG monitoring, preparing patients for cardiac procedures, assessing vital signs, and assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs). Demonstrates proven leadership as a team lead and preceptor, with a dependable, detail-oriented approach and effective communication skills under pressure, dedicated to enhancing clinical skills and improving patient outcomes through effective training and collaboration.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Support Assistant/PSA Preceptor
OhioHealth (Dublin Methodist)
Dublin, Ohio
03.2026 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team on 20-bed med-surg unit to enhance inpatient care.
- Provided excellent support as a preceptor to new staff
- Provided emotional support, physical assistance, and encouragement for patients.
- Monitor vital signs, blood pressure, pain levels, and reactions to treatment, identify abnormal findings
Crew Member/Trainer
McDonald's
Johnson City, New York
08.2016 - 02.2026
- Consistently dependable team player
- Always punctual and positive, a professional in busy work settings and a strong team player.
- Train new staff on company policies and how to uphold a strong work ethic in a fast-paced work environment.
Cardiac Technician/Team Lead
Sentara (Norfolk General Heart Hospital)
Norfolk, Virginia
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Identified abnormal rhythms on EKGs and other cardiac monitoring devices, and reported findings to nurses.
- Prepared patients for surgeries such as CABG, TAVR, and cardiac catheterization.
- Trained new patient care technicians on hospital policy regarding patient interaction, bedside care, and effective communication strategies within a high-pressure Level I Trauma hospital environment.
- Provided emotional support and clear communication to patients and families in high-stress cardiac and trauma settings.
Patient Care Technician/ PCT Preceptor
Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital (Ascension)
Binghamton, NY
02.2022 - 09.2023
- Excelled on a med-surg hospice oncology unit, providing care to patients who are either nearing the end of life or undergoing cancer treatment.
- Demonstrated leadership skills such as educating new staff on proper patient care, on a busy 28-bed unit.
- Team player and adaptive when floated to other units, including telemetry, ICU, and the emergency department.
- Approachable and resourceful to medical staff such by using clinical expertise and skill.
Nursing Assistant/Team Lead/ Secretary
United Health Services (Wilson Medical Hospital)
Johnson City, NY
08.2014 - 01.2022
- Played a vital role on a COVID unit during the pandemic, followed infectious disease and contact precautions during 12 hour long shifts, provided critical care to vented patients.
- Collaborated on a busy 12-bed med-surg hold, step-down telemetry unit, focused on inpatient care and a variety of surgical procedures.
- Educated and trained new staff on proper patient care and bedside procedures in a fast-paced work environment.
- Answered phone calls and communicated with patients' families, provided updates within my scope of practice. Coordinated appointment scheduling, and updated patient records within the electronic health system.
Skills
- EKG monitoring & Testing
- Basic cardiac monitoring
- Vital signs & blood glucose monitoring
- Cardiac procedure prep
- Venipuncture
- High acuity time management
- Team leadership
- Patient & family communication
- Effective critical thinker
- Adaptability in diverse situations
- Detail orientation
- Activities of daily living
Certification
BLS/CPR (American Heart Association), 03/26-03/28
Timeline
Patient Support Assistant/PSA Preceptor
OhioHealth (Dublin Methodist)
03.2026 - Current
Cardiac Technician/Team Lead
Sentara (Norfolk General Heart Hospital)
09.2023 - 05.2024
Patient Care Technician/ PCT Preceptor
Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital (Ascension)
02.2022 - 09.2023
Crew Member/Trainer
McDonald's
08.2016 - 02.2026
Nursing Assistant/Team Lead/ Secretary
United Health Services (Wilson Medical Hospital)
08.2014 - 01.2022