Hi, I’m
Gayle Bell, RST
Wilmington,DE
Summary
To continue traveling as a Sleep Technologist, to gain and further sharpen my skills in the sleep profession.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Aya Healthcare
Travel Sleep Technologist
05.2024 - Current
Job overview
- In my role, I perform a variety of sleep studies, ie-PSG, C-PAP, BI-PAP, ASV, to observe/monitor and treat the type and or extent of the various sleep disorders.
- Maximized lab efficiency by troubleshooting technical issues with polysomnography equipment during testing periods while minimizing disruptions to patient care.
- Ensured high-quality patient care by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment within the sleep laboratory.
Aya Healthcare
Travel Sleep Technologist
04.2023 - 04.2024
Job overview
- In my role, I perform a variety of sleep studies, ie-PSG, C-PAP, BI-PAP, ASV, to observe/monitor and treat the type and or extent of the various sleep disorders.
- Promoted patient adherence to treatment plans by providing comprehensive education on sleep hygiene and CPAP therapy.
- Promoted a positive clinical experience for patients with excellent communication skills throughout consultations, assessments, treatments, and followups.
- Enhanced patient comfort by effectively applying and adjusting sleep monitoring equipment during nocturnal polysomnography.
- Improved overall clinic performance metrics by consistently meeting or exceeding established goals regarding appointment bookings, completed studies, successful treatment outcomes, and patient satisfaction.
- Increased clinic revenue through proficient use of billing codes for reimbursement purposes in compliance with federal regulations.
- Improved diagnostic accuracy by carefully evaluating and scoring sleep study data, identifying sleep disorders such as insomnia, narcolepsy, and sleep apnea.
- Assisted in the training of new technologists through hands-on guidance in proper procedures for conducting effective overnight sleep studies.
- Streamlined data management processes by consistently updating electronic medical records with accurate and relevant information from sleep studies.
- Ensured high-quality patient care by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment within the sleep laboratory.
- Fostered a positive work culture within the sleep lab through respectful communication, active listening, and constructive feedback among team members.
AMN Healthcare
Travel Sleep Technologist
10.2022 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Promoted patient adherence to treatment plans by providing comprehensive education on sleep hygiene and CPAP therapy.
- Promoted a positive clinical experience for patients with excellent communication skills throughout consultations, assessments, treatments, and followups.
- Enhanced patient comfort by effectively applying and adjusting sleep monitoring equipment during nocturnal polysomnography.
- Improved overall clinic performance metrics by consistently meeting or exceeding established goals regarding appointment bookings, completed studies, successful treatment outcomes, and patient satisfaction.
- This is my 3rd traveling assignment
AMN Healthcare
Travel Sleep Technologist
06.2022 - 08.2022
Job overview
- As I continue my role as a traveler, I perform a variety of sleep studies, ie-PSG, C-PAP, BI-PAP, ASV, to observe/monitor and treat the type and extent of the various sleep disorders. This is my 2nd traveling assignment.
- Operated and maintained medical equipment used to diagnose and treat patients.
AMN Healthcare
Travel Sleep Technologist
03.2022 - 05.2022
Job overview
- In my role and as a traveler, I perform a variety of sleep studies, ie-PSG, C-PAP, BI-PAP, ASV
- Supported interdisciplinary collaboration by sharing relevant sleep study findings with primary care providers, pulmonologists, and other healthcare professionals involved in a patient''s care plan.
- Ensured high-quality patient care by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment within the sleep laboratory.
Persante Health
Sleep Technician trainee-Lead Sleep Technologist-Per Diem
06.2017 - 01.2024
Job overview
- As a Lead Sleep Technologist, I was responsible for performing routine and comprehensive polysomnographic procedures
- I provided supervision and training of Polysomnagraphic Trainees, Technicians, and Technologist
- I collect, and analyze sleep data
- Act as an ambassador for my company, the Physicians and the hospital by greeting the patient in a friendly and profesional manner
- Create, promote and maintain a clean and professonal environment
- Along with these duties, I was responsible for managing and maintaining the appropriate inventory levels and inventory requirements for the lab.
- Regularly participated in continuing education opportunities to remain knowledgeable about latest research findings related to the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders.
- Provided exceptional patient care throughout all stages of the diagnostic process, ensuring a positive experience for each individual.
CVS Pharmacy
Pharmacy Technician and Concierge
01.2016 - 01.2017
Job overview
- As a pharmacy technician, I was responsable for assisting the Pharmacist perform daily tasks, to serve our customers
- A few of these duties included filling and labeling prescriptions, contacting insurance companies and greeting our customers in a pleasant and profesional manner
- As a concierge, I was responsible for meeting medication delivery deadlines to patient hospital rooms, along with the stated duties above.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
- Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
Education
Mid Atlantic School of Sleep MedicineMount Laurel, NJ
from Polysomnography
06.2017
South University Richmond, VA
from Prerequisites For Nursing
University Overview
- A3.9 GPA
- Awarded President's List(2015)
Clarion University of PennsylvaniaClarion, PA
B.A, Psychology from Psychology
12.1992
Skills
- Medical Equipment Maintenance
- Sleep Disorder Treatment
- Heart Rate Monitoring
- Polysomnographic Interpretation
- Adaptive servo-ventilation therapy
- Electromyography monitoring
- Pediatric sleep studies
- REM sleep analysis
- Sleep Hygiene Education
- Leg movement monitoring
- Nasal airflow monitoring
- Electroencephalogram monitoring
- Electrooculography monitoring
- Sleep stage scoring
- Non-REM sleep analysis
- Continuous positive airway pressure therapy
- Oxygen Saturation Monitoring
- Respiratory event scoring
- Bi-level positive airway pressure therapy
- Strong Work Ethic
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Interpersonal Skills
Accomplishments
I was awarded employee of the month while working at Cooperman Barnabas Hospital, March 2004
The hospital retained me as apart of their team for a year vs. 13 weeks like traditional contracts.
Certification
- RST - Registered Sleep Technologist
- Licensed Sleep Technologist (NJ)- Jan 2023-Feb 2025
- CPR and First Aid(BLS), 04/23
SOFTWARE and MEDICAL RECORDS
- Sandman
- Alice
- Natus
- Nihon Khoden
- Somnostar
- Epic
- Cerner
Timeline
Travel Sleep Technologist
Aya Healthcare
05.2024 - Current
Travel Sleep Technologist
Aya Healthcare
04.2023 - 04.2024
Travel Sleep Technologist
AMN Healthcare
10.2022 - 01.2023
Travel Sleep Technologist
AMN Healthcare
06.2022 - 08.2022
Travel Sleep Technologist
AMN Healthcare
03.2022 - 05.2022
Sleep Technician trainee-Lead Sleep Technologist-Per Diem
Persante Health
06.2017 - 01.2024
Pharmacy Technician and Concierge
CVS Pharmacy
01.2016 - 01.2017
Mid Atlantic School of Sleep Medicine
from Polysomnography
South University
from Prerequisites For Nursing
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
B.A, Psychology from Psychology
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