LABREESKA DARDEN
Newton Grove,NC
Summary
Driven and compassionate healthcare professional with 30 years experience in Nuclear Medicine in Hospital and Outpatient Diagnostic Center clinical environments. Accountable and responsible with a strong focus on patient care. Primarily cardiac stress tests over last 10 years with some general imaging Skilled in quality control for all equipment, regulatory compliance, equipment maintenance, and staff training, ensuring high standards in diagnostic imaging & patient safety. Holds ARRT (N), NMTCB, & BLS CPR certifications.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Sampson Regional Medical Center
10.1995 - Current
- Opening and closing department.
- Daily QC in Hot Lab and on imaging systems.
- Weekly and Monthly QC on imaging system.
- Proper handling and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals per NRC.
- Obtained ACR Accreditation Renewal for Hospital and Outpatient Diagnostic Center.
- Obtained renewal of RAM license for both Hospital & Outpatient Diagnostic Center.
- Create diagnostic images for use in disease identification and treatment by applying and measuring radioactive isotopes.
- Develop and implement improved diagnostic standards for inpatient and outpatient exams in accordance with department goals and protocols.
- Review physician orders to determine medical imaging requirements and use nuclear medicine equipment to capture, develop, and produce diagnostic images.
- Place a high value on punctuality and work hard to maintain an excellent attendance record, consistently arriving at work ready to work right away.
- Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, stress drugs Lexiscan and Aminophylline for imaging procedures.
- Ensure that all program operations follow state and federal regulations.
- Develop team communications and information for Quarterly Radiation/Medical Isotopes Meeting.
- Educate patients on procedure details, provide instructions, and answer questions to reduce anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Provide ongoing training and guidance on organizational procedures, policies, and best practices to new employees.
- Handle private and confidential information in accordance with hospital policies and procedures, including HIPAA.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nuclear Medicine Technology
Pitt Community College
Winterville, NC08.1995
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Johnston Community College
Smithfield, NC08.1994
Skills
- Patient confidentiality
- Customer service
- Siemens E-Cam Equipment
- Radiopharmaceutical administration
- Patient shielding techniques
- Regulatory compliance
- Mach7 and Meditech Expanse
- Excellent Phlebotomy Skills
Certification
- ARRT (N)
- NMTCB
- BLS CPR Certified
Timeline
Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Sampson Regional Medical Center
10.1995 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Nuclear Medicine Technology
Pitt Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Radiologic Technology
Johnston Community College