Lisa Dugan

Work History

Cardiac Monitor Technician

Ascension

01.2022 - 10.2024

Monitored patients' heart rhythms and functions through cardiac monitoring strips.
Collaborated with healthcare team to maintain quality patient care.
Served as a dependable resource for nurses and other healthcare staff, providing guidance on proper lead placement and interpretation of cardiac monitor findings.
Trained and supervised new cardiac monitor technicians on best practices and safety measures.
Cleaned and sterilized equipment after each appointment, changed batteries and checked for malfunctions.
Demonstrated strong attention to detail while analyzing complex waveform patterns for abnormalities or changes in patient condition.
Improved patient care by accurately interpreting and reporting cardiac monitor readings.
Assisted in saving lives through efficient recognition and reporting of life-threatening arrhythmias.
Interpreted tests and identified arrhythmias and heart abnormalities on patient's EKG and reported to cardiologist.
Helped maintain departmental efficiency by promptly troubleshooting technical issues with monitoring systems or software applications when they arose.
Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient information and treatments.
Streamlined workflow processes by maintaining an organized workstation and prioritizing tasks efficiently.
Enhanced communication between medical staff by providing timely updates on patient cardiac status.
Participated in case reviews, sharing expertise on cardiac monitoring techniques with fellow technicians and medical professionals.
Closely monitored patient condition during tests and alerted cardiac nurse if patient became stressed or conditioned worsened.
Provided exceptional patient support, addressing concerns regarding cardiac monitoring procedures and devices.

Cardiac Monitor Technician

Eastern Oklahoma VA Hospital

01.2012 - 07.2022

Transcribed patient results and entered into office electronic recording system.
Reviewed patient medical history, previous cardiac tests completed and prior surgeries performed.
Assisted cardiac nurses with patient care and room preparation for tests.
Provided assistance to electro physiologist, supporting timely processing of orders and cases.
Continuously expanded knowledge of developments in the field through professional development courses and conferences.
Increased accuracy of diagnoses by meticulously documenting patients'' ECG data for physician review.
Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care plans based on cardiac data analysis.
Promoted a positive work culture through active participation in staff meetings, trainings, and peer evaluations.
Contributed to a safer hospital environment by adhering to strict infection control protocols when handling equipment.
Supported the medical team during emergencies, assisting with CPR and defibrillation as needed.
Performed thorough quality assurance checks on recorded data, ensuring accurate information was provided to physicians for decision-making purposes.
Reduced response time for critical events with vigilant monitoring of cardiac rhythms and alerts.
Ensured proper functioning of monitoring equipment through regular maintenance checks and calibrations.
Exemplified professionalism and discretion while working with sensitive patient information, upholding strict confidentiality standards at all times.
Identified and documented data trends of pacers and AICDs, analyzing results and reporting issues.
Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing comprehensive handover reports detailing any significant events or observations during monitoring periods.

Cardiac Monitor Technician

Saint Francis Hospital Muskogee

10.1994 - 02.2012

Teamed with cardiologists and electrophysiologists in expediting diagnosis operations, providing detailed data in alignment with physician orders.
Adjusted pacemakers, AICD and loop monitors with commitment to efficiency, data quality and overall comfort of patients.
Cultivated productive relationships with vendors specializing in pacers and AICDs, facilitating fulfillment of software and equipment orders.
Communicated with healthcare workers and physicians concerning test results.
Initiated CPR for patients in cardiac failure, responding to hospital crisis codes.
Administered testing with electrocardiogram for patients experiencing events and as screening tool.
Educated patients on testing and preparation steps prior to procedure.
Supported healthcare team by maintaining responsibility for electrocardiogram monitoring, defibrillation and cardio rehabilitation training.
Maintained and adjusted cardiology and pulmonary equipment.
Conducted electrocardiogram, echocardiogram, phonocardiogram and stress tests by using electronic test equipment and recording devices.
Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete contrast-enhanced heart and cardiovascular system radiographs.
Assisted on cardiac cauterizations by operating multi-channel physiologic monitor.
Utilized stethoscopes, thermometers and sphygmomanometers to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies.
Measured heart chamber sizes and wall thickness against expected sizes to detect abnormalities.
Registered patients by confirming identification, reviewing consultation requests and entering anticipated services to patient log.
Contributed to diagnosis of pulmonary disorders by evaluating patient pulmonary systems using spirometers and other respiratory testing equipment.
Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices.
Helped physicians complete cardiac issues and peripheral vascular concerns by assisting with procedures such as pacemaker insertions and balloon angioplasties.
Served as a dependable resource for nurses and other healthcare staff, providing guidance on proper lead placement and interpretation of cardiac monitor findings.
Collaborated with healthcare team to maintain quality patient care.
Documented vascular data such as edema, oxygen saturation, and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnoses.
Monitored patients' heart rhythms and functions through cardiac monitoring strips.
Demonstrated strong attention to detail while analyzing complex waveform patterns for abnormalities or changes in patient condition.
Trained and supervised new cardiac monitor technicians on best practices and safety measures.
Cleaned and sterilized equipment after each appointment, changed batteries and checked for malfunctions.
Assisted in saving lives through efficient recognition and reporting of life-threatening arrhythmias.
Interpreted tests and identified arrhythmias and heart abnormalities on patient's EKG and reported to cardiologist.
Helped maintain departmental efficiency by promptly troubleshooting technical issues with monitoring systems or software applications when they arose.
Improved patient care by accurately interpreting and reporting cardiac monitor readings.
Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient information and treatments.
Enhanced communication between medical staff by providing timely updates on patient cardiac status.
Streamlined workflow processes by maintaining an organized workstation and prioritizing tasks efficiently.
Closely monitored patient condition during tests and alerted cardiac nurse if patient became stressed or conditioned worsened.
Participated in case reviews, sharing expertise on cardiac monitoring techniques with fellow technicians and medical professionals.
Provided exceptional patient support, addressing concerns regarding cardiac monitoring procedures and devices.
Assisted cardiac nurses with patient care and room preparation for tests.
Provided assistance to electro physiologist, supporting timely processing of orders and cases.
Reviewed patient medical history, previous cardiac tests completed and prior surgeries performed.
Transcribed patient results and entered into office electronic recording system.
Promoted a positive work culture through active participation in staff meetings, trainings, and peer evaluations.
Contributed to a safer hospital environment by adhering to strict infection control protocols when handling equipment.
Performed thorough quality assurance checks on recorded data, ensuring accurate information was provided to physicians for decision-making purposes.
Supported the medical team during emergencies, assisting with CPR and defibrillation as needed.
Reduced response time for critical events with vigilant monitoring of cardiac rhythms and alerts.
Ensured proper functioning of monitoring equipment through regular maintenance checks and calibrations.
Identified and documented data trends of pacers and AICDs, analyzing results and reporting issues.
Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing comprehensive handover reports detailing any significant events or observations during monitoring periods.
Exemplified professionalism and discretion while working with sensitive patient information, upholding strict confidentiality standards at all times.
Increased accuracy of diagnoses by meticulously documenting patients'' ECG data for physician review.
Continuously expanded knowledge of developments in the field through professional development courses and conferences.
Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care plans based on cardiac data analysis.
Scheduled patients for testing and conducted follow up calls to confirm and answer questions.
Provided instruction on Holter monitor and connected patient to analyzer.
Monitored patient activity during stress test to record data.
Adhered to cleaning protocol for EKG machine, Holter cables and accessories to provide safe environment.
Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Cardiac Monitor Technician

Cardiac Monitor Technician

Cardiac Monitor Technician

Education

High School Diploma -

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