Kalysta Rucker
Albuquerque,NM
Summary
EEG Technologist with experience in a Level 1 trauma hospital, performing routine and continuous EEG studies on neonatal, pediatric, and adult patients. Skilled in managing patient volumes independently on night shift, prioritizing urgent cases, and maintaining accurate, high-quality recordings. Experienced in complex neurological monitoring, including craniotomy, EVD and stereo EEG patients, with strong background in training staff and supporting efficient department workflow.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EEG Technologist
University of New Mexico Hospital
Albuquerque, NM
02.2022 - Current
- Perform rapid, accurate electrode application, troubleshoot artifact, and maintain high quality recordings for neurological evaluation
- Monitor patients independently on night shift, prioritize urgent orders, and manage workflow efficiently with limited staff support
- Complete an average of 5 EEGs per shift and about 20 studies per week while maintaining accuracy and timely documentation
- Work with complex neurological patients, including craniotomy, EVD, Hummingbird, and stereo EEG cases, with ongoing monitoring and equipment transport as needed
- Train new employees and students on EEG setup, workflow, troubleshooting, and department expectations
- Use Cerner/Powerchart to document studies, review orders, and support accurate patient charting and hospital workflow
- Assist with patient billing-related processes and ensure hospital system procedures are followed correctly
Education
Associate of Science - Electroneurodiagnostic Technology
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM04.2022
Skills
- Routine, Ambulatory & Long-Term EEG Monitoring
- ICU & Critical Care Monitoring
- EMU Monitoring
- Stereo EEG (sEEG) Monitoring
- Electrode Application & Troubleshooting
- Artifact Recognition
- Equipment Transport & Setup
- Cerner/Powerchart Documentation
- Patient Care & Safety
- Training & Mentorship
- Medical Documentation & compliance
- Training & Mentorship
- Time Management
Certification
- Registered EEG technologist (R.EEG T.), ABRET
-Issued November 1, 2024
- CPR/BLS, American Red Cross-Expires November 5, 2026
Timeline
EEG Technologist
University of New Mexico Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Associate of Science - Electroneurodiagnostic Technology
Central New Mexico Community College