Kenya Gardner
Stone Mountain,GA
Summary
Highly skilled healthcare professional offering 16 years of healthcare experience. Dedicated to providing valuable contributions to the health system. . A knowledgeable, reliable and quality-focused individual seeking full-time employment
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Stress Technician
Grady Memorial Hospital
04.2011 - 08.2016
- Managed stress lab assuring patient care by accurately administering and monitoring cardiac stress tests.
- Enhanced diagnostic accuracy through meticulous attention to detail in EKG interpretation and data recording.
- Ensured patient safety during procedures by diligently monitoring vital signs and promptly addressing any abnormalities.
- Streamlined test preparation processes, leading to increased efficiency and reduced wait times for patients.
- Aided in the daily operations of the diagnostics of the Cardiac Catherization Department through the performance of electrocardiograms, cardiac stress tests and other non-invasive and invasive diagnostic cardiology procedures for patients as directed according to established standards and practices
- Worked closely with Nuclear Medicine Department for diagnostic testing.
- Performed approximately 20 patients a day
Electrocardiograph Technician
Grady Memorial Hospital
07.2008 - 08.2011
- Improved patient care by accurately performing and interpreting electrocardiograms in a timely manner.
- EKG/ECG and holter monitoring administration
- Worked with Cath Lab healthcare team by maintaining responsibility for electrocardiogram monitoring, defibrillation and cardio rehabilitation training.
- Enhanced department efficiency by assisting with patient scheduling, record keeping, and data entry tasks.
- Ensured accurate diagnosis by meticulously calibrating and maintaining EKG equipment to meet industry standards.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop individualized care plans for cardiac patients.
- Managed/ trained staff on EKG testing, policies and standard operating procedures.
- Recognized significant structures, artifacts, pathology and equipment limitations.
Emergency Medical Technician
Care Ambulance Service
04.2009 - 07.2011
- Improved patient outcomes by administering appropriate treatments based on thorough assessments of vital signs, physical conditions, and medical histories.
- Increased team efficiency by collaborating with paramedics, firefighters, and other emergency personnel to provide seamless emergency care to patients.
- Patient Assessment through history, physical examination and recordings accurately.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Ambulatory Transport
Emergency Room Technician
Grady Memorial Hospital
04.2006 - 07.2008
- Reduced wait times by effectively triaging patients to prioritize treatment based on the severity of their conditions.
- Assisted physicians with patient assessments, contributing to accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans.
- Prepared patients for surgery or further diagnostic testing by inserting IV lines and other invasive entites as required.
Medical Assistant- Neuro ICU
Grady Memorial Hospital
04.2001 - 04.2006
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Ambulatory pre and postmortem
- Documented patient care performed, including vital signs, laboratory specimens obtained, and any observations necessary.
- Conducted Foley catheter insertion using aseptic techniques, inserted IV access and collected routine/scheduled blood work.
- Worked 12 hour shifts monitoring 12 patients
Education
Associate of Science -
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA05.2023
Emergency Medical Technology
Atlanta Technical College
Atlanta, GA06.2007
Skills
- Pharmacological Stress Testing
- Emergency/ Time Management
- Electronic Medical Documentation
- Cardiac Monitoring
- Intravenous Therapy
- Triage
- Critical Thinking and Decision-Making Skills
- Leadership
- Knowledge of HIPPA and OSHA regulations
- Critical Thinking and Decision-Making Skills
- Leadership
- Knowledge of HIPPA and OSHA regulations
Certification
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)- Intermediate
- Basic Life Support (CPR)
Timeline
Cardiac Stress Technician
Grady Memorial Hospital
04.2011 - 08.2016
Emergency Medical Technician
Care Ambulance Service
04.2009 - 07.2011
Electrocardiograph Technician
Grady Memorial Hospital
07.2008 - 08.2011
Emergency Room Technician
Grady Memorial Hospital
04.2006 - 07.2008
Medical Assistant- Neuro ICU
Grady Memorial Hospital
04.2001 - 04.2006
Associate of Science -
Georgia State University
Emergency Medical Technology
Atlanta Technical College
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