Kymberly Nguyen
Orlando,FL
Summary
Dynamic Cardiac Sonographer with a proven track record at Orlando Health, showcasing expertise in advanced 2D/3D echocardiography and a strong ability in patient education. Excelled in clinical collaboration, significantly enhancing patient outcomes through innovative heart model imaging and meticulous cardiac pathology analysis. Passionate about leveraging technology proficiency and medical record documentation to advance cardiac care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Sonographer
Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center
Orlando, FL
05.2021 - Current
- Performed 2D/3D echocardiograms, TEE and Doppler studies on adult
- Contributed to structural heart procedures, including TAVR, Watchman, and Mitral Clip, by assisting in the preparation and execution of these interventions.
- Supported the creation and utilization of 3D heart models to aid in procedural planning and enhance patient outcomes
- Assessed images for diagnostic quality and identified any artifacts or technical errors.
- Explained procedures to patients, answered questions, and provided reassurance during exams.
- Maintained patient records and entered data into computer system accurately.
- Conducted stress echo testing using treadmill protocols.
- Evaluated the anatomy of cardiac structures, chambers, valves, great vessels and pericardium.
- Reviewed physicians' orders prior to beginning procedure.
- Produced detailed written reports of examination findings with complete documentation of all relevant clinical information.
- Operated high-tech ultrasound equipment safely and efficiently while ensuring proper sterilization techniques were followed.
- Monitored physiological responses of patients during examinations.
- Identified any abnormal findings from sonography studies.
- Ensured accuracy in measurements taken during sonographic scans.
- Communicated test or assessment results to medical professionals.
Cardiac Sonographer
Texas Health HEB Hospital
, TX
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Performed echocardiograms, TEE and Doppler studies on adult and pediatric
- assessed post watchman, and post TAVR patients using heart model imaging
- Assessed images for diagnostic quality and identified any artifacts or technical errors.
- Explained procedures to patients, answered questions, and provided reassurance during exams.
- Conducted stress echo testing using treadmill protocols.
- Evaluated the anatomy of cardiac structures, chambers, valves, great vessels and pericardium.
- Produced detailed written reports of examination findings with complete documentation of all relevant clinical information.
- Operated high-tech ultrasound equipment safely and efficiently while ensuring proper sterilization techniques were followed.
- Identified any abnormal findings from sonography studies.
- Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
- Communicated test or assessment results to medical professionals.
Cardiovascular Sonographer
Baylor Scott & White
Grapevine, TX
07.2015 - 05.2020
- Performed detailed echocardiographic examinations to assess cardiac anatomy and function, utilizing both M-mode and two-dimensional imaging.
- Knowledge of 2D, 3D, echo images, bubble study, and Echocardiogram imaging enhancers
- Treadmill Stress Echocardiograms
- Assist in interpretation of the echocardiograms
- Performed studies on specific areas such as abdominal aorta studies and renal artery duplexes.
- Identified and documented abnormal findings of the cardiovascular system on patient's medical records.
- Trained new sonographers on proper use of equipment and techniques for producing optimal images.
- Reported any changes observed during exams immediately to supervising physician or nurse practitioner.
- Created reports documenting findings from each exam using standard templates.
- Completed cardiovascular stress tests, contrast echos, bubble studies and transesophageal echocardiograms.
- performed Carotid studies, Lower extremity venous and arterial studies, ABI studies, and occasional upper extremity ultrasounds
Cardiac Sonographer
Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center
Orlando , FL
04.2014 - 12.2014
- Performed echocardiograms/ TEE using 2D/3D imaging
- Produced detailed written reports of examination findings with complete documentation of all relevant clinical information.
- Collaborated with other medical staff including radiologists, cardiologists, nurses and technologists in order to provide comprehensive care to patients.
- Operated high-tech ultrasound equipment safely and efficiently while ensuring proper sterilization techniques were followed.
- Identified any abnormal findings from sonography studies.
- Ensured accuracy in measurements taken during sonographic scans.
- Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
- Performed ultrasounds to diagnose heart conditions and vascular problems.
- Compared measurements of heart wall thickness and chamber sizes to evaluate conditions and identify abnormalities.
- Communicated test or assessment results to medical professionals.
Cardiac Sonographer
Bond Clinic
Winter Haven, FL
08.2012 - 12.2014
- Performed echocardiograms and Doppler studies on adults
- Assessed images for diagnostic quality and identified any artifacts or technical errors.
- Knowledge 2D/3D echo images, Doppler, Color Doppler, Bubble studies, and imaging enhancers
- Assisted with Dobutamine and treadmill stress echos
- Identified any abnormal findings from sonography studies.
- Ensured accuracy in measurements taken during sonographic scans.
- Performed ultrasounds to diagnose heart conditions and vascular problems.
- Assisted in training technicians, medical students or other staff members.
- Compared measurements of heart wall thickness and chamber sizes to evaluate conditions and identify abnormalities.
- Communicated test or assessment results to medical professionals.
Education
Associate of Science - Cardiovascular Sonography
Sanford Brown Institute
Orlando, FL08-2012
High School Diploma -
Haines City High School
Haines City, FL05-2000
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHSkills
- Advanced Echocardiography Techniques: 2D/3D heart model
- Cardiac Pathology Analysis
- Hemodynamic Monitoring
- Clinical Collaboration
- Patient Management and Education
- Quality Assurance and Protocol Adherence
- Technology Proficiency
- Medical Record Documentation
Certification
- Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
- Registered Vascular Tech (RVT) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
- BLS
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cardiac Sonographer
Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center
05.2021 - Current
Cardiac Sonographer
Texas Health HEB Hospital
05.2020 - 05.2021
Cardiovascular Sonographer
Baylor Scott & White
07.2015 - 05.2020
Cardiac Sonographer
Orlando Health Orlando Regional Medical Center
04.2014 - 12.2014
Cardiac Sonographer
Bond Clinic
08.2012 - 12.2014
- Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
- Registered Vascular Tech (RVT) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
- BLS
Associate of Science - Cardiovascular Sonography
Sanford Brown Institute
High School Diploma -
Haines City High School
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Southern New Hampshire University
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