Dedicated Telemetry Monitor Technician at UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL OF AUGUSTA, skilled in patient monitoring and emergency response. Enhanced patient safety through meticulous cardiac pattern analysis and effective communication. Demonstrated professionalism and a commitment to continuous learning, fostering strong teamwork and improving workflow efficiency in high-pressure environments.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Telemetry Monitor Technician
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL OF AUGUSTA
08.1997 - 05.2024
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.
Managed multiple priorities effectively, balancing surveillance of multiple patients while also addressing urgent issues as they arose.
Assisted nurses in providing quality patient care through accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and timely communication of changes.
Facilitated continuity of care during shift changes by providing thorough hand-off reports to incoming technicians, ensuring seamless transition of responsibilities.
Fostered strong relationships with other members of the healthcare team by demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and excellent interpersonal skills at all times.
Enhanced patient safety by continuously monitoring telemetry equipment and promptly reporting any abnormalities.
Exhibited proficiency in utilizing various telemetry systems and software programs, adapting quickly to new technologies as needed to maintain high-quality patient monitoring services.
Streamlined the admission process for telemetry patients by quickly setting up monitoring equipment and accurately inputting data into the electronic health record system.
Succeeded in reducing response time to potential emergencies by effectively prioritizing tasks and remaining focused on patient needs.
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