Leslie-Ann Sweet
Applegate,MI
Summary
Detail-oriented healthcare professional specializing in diagnostic studies and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. Expertise in patient education and emergency response, ensuring safety and quality of care through collaboration with clinical teams. Demonstrates strong time management, problem-solving, and communication skills, effectively managing complex schedules and enhancing workflow efficiency in high-pressure environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Cardiopulmonary Assistant
McKenzie Health System
09.2022 - Current
- Supported cardiopulmonary rehabilitation with ScottCare, enhancing patient outcomes through dedicated support and timely reporting.
- Administer oxygen therapy to patients in need, ensuring proper delivery and monitoring., CPAP/BiPAP support, ventilator care, and intubated patient support.
- Educate patients on respiratory devices, including Acapella and incentive spirometers, to promote safe use and recovery.
- Perform 12-lead EKGs and prepare diagnostic studies for timely physician interpretation.
- Apply Holter monitors, prepare study data, and support accurate diagnostic review.
- Document patient care in CPSI and communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Delivered clinical support across ER, medical-surgical, and surgical units, effectively adapting to diverse patient needs.
- Participated in trauma team, providing critical support during emergency situations and patient stabilization. during emergency codes and high-acuity situations.
- Trained new employees on cardiopulmonary procedures and equipment, ensuring adherence to workflow and patient-care standards.
- Prepare monthly rehabilitation reports and support physician diagnostic needs with accuracy and attention to detail.
Patient Care Technician (CCHT)
Fresenius Kidney Care
04.2019 - 09.2022
- Administered hemodialysis treatments, closely monitoring patient status throughout treatment to ensure safety and comfort.
- Operated dialysis machines, ensuring optimal performance by monitoring pressures, conductivity, temperature, and patient response.
- Maintained infection-control standards and collaborated with providers to support safe, consistent patient care.
- Recorded vital signs, weights, treatment details, and clinical observations in the electronic medical record.
- Educated patients on dialysis procedures and access care, enhancing their understanding and managing treatment expectations.
Medical Assistant
Stonegate Nursing Center
08.2012 - 01.2016
- Supported providers in patient care, medication management, documentation, and follow-up to enhance overall patient experience.
- Documented patient information in electronic medical record, ensuring accuracy and timeliness for effective patient management.
- Collected vital signs and specimens, contributing to tailored patient care plans for improved health outcomes.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Autumnwood of Deckerville
08.2005 - 02.2009
- Supported activities of daily living and monitored vital signs to promote patient comfort and safety.
- Communicated changes in patient condition to nursing staff, ensuring timely response and continuity of care.
- Delivered compassionate care to residents, enhancing their daily well-being.
Education
Associate of General Studies - LPN
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI05-2027
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Techician
Fresnius
Sandusky, MIMedical Assistant Certificate -
Sanilac Career Center
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Baker College
Cadillac, MIHigh School -
Sandusky High School
Sandusky, MichiganSkills
- 12-lead EKG interpretation
- Emergency medical care
- Clinical documentation accuracy
- Clinical documentation
- Patient intake coordination
- Vital signs monitoring
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Clinical task management
- Clinical multitasking
- Crisis management
- Patient advocacy
- Adaptive patient support
- Patient privacy compliance
- Patient information handling
- Data entry accuracy
- Computer proficiency
- Microsoft Office Suite expertise
- Resource management
- Insurance verification
- Clinical decision support
- Evidence-based practice
- Patient communication systems
- Communication skills
- Communication skills
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician (CCHT)
Timeline
Cardiopulmonary Assistant
McKenzie Health System
09.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician (CCHT)
Fresenius Kidney Care
04.2019 - 09.2022
Medical Assistant
Stonegate Nursing Center
08.2012 - 01.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant
Autumnwood of Deckerville
08.2005 - 02.2009
Associate of General Studies - LPN
Lansing Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Techician
Fresnius
Medical Assistant Certificate -
Sanilac Career Center
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Baker College
High School -
Sandusky High School