MacKenzie Kruse

• Measures patient blood pressures, heart rates, and ratings of perceived exertion during exercise.
• Improves patient outcomes by implementing individualized exercise plans tailored to specific health conditions.
• Monitors patients during exercise sessions, ensuring safety and proper technique at all times.
• Maintains accurate documentation of patient progress, adhering to strict confidentiality standards as required by HIPAA regulations.
• Provides group education sessions on topics such as blood pressure, risk factors, and nutrition for heart health.
• Assists in assessing patient readiness for program discharge, and developing individualized home exercise plans to maintain long-term cardiovascular health improvements.

Physiology of Exercise Lab

• Promotes active learning through hands-on laboratory experiences that reinforced theoretical concepts taught in lectures.
• Conducts office hours for supplemental tutoring sessions, helping students understand complex concepts more clearly.
• Evaluates student work with fairness and consistency, offering constructive feedback to promote growth.
• Improves lab safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and implementing proper protocols.

• Enhances patient satisfaction by efficiently managing the front desk operations and addressing inquiries in a timely manner.
• Ensures accurate record-keeping by diligently updating patient information and verifying insurance coverage.
• Maintains strict confidentiality of patient information, adhering to HIPAA regulations and medical office policies.