Melissa Talamantez
Eaton Rapids
Summary
Experienced Registered Polysomnographic technologist prepared for a role with strong focus on patient care, sleep study analysis, and data interpretation. Skilled in sleep testing, equipment calibration, and sleep disorder diagnosis. Reliable and able to adapt to changing needs, and known for maintaining high standards in fast-paced environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist
Midwest Center For Sleep
04.2022 - 12.2024
- Conducted and scored comprehensive sleep studies for accurate diagnosis of various sleep disorders, leading to effective treatment.
- Identified sleep stages, respiratory events, and cardiac arrythmias.
- Ran CPAP, BI-level and ASV therapies by AASM, and lab protocols.
- Desensed patients for CPAP mask fittings
- Educated patients on sleep hygiene practices and importance of compliance with therapies.
- Handled complex cases involving pediatric patients or those with comorbidities requiring specialized attention.
- Enhanced patient comfort during overnight monitoring with compassionate care and clear communication.
- Gathered, documented and tracked test results for physician interpretation.
PCT/Unit Clerk
Sparrow Eaton Hospital- Emergency Dept.
12.2018 - 04.2022
- Triage patients: obtain visit information, obtain vitals, and Ekgs
- Room patients based off acuity
- Assist doctors and surgeons in procedures, including conscious sedations
- Assist nurses by drawing blood, and starting IVs
- Assisted nursing staff of all duties within my scope
CNA /Accounts payable/ resident advocate
Medilodge of Okemos
01.2011 - 12.2018
- All CNA duties for daily living.
- Key in facility invoices, pay facility bills
- Managing staff education to meet state and federal laws
- Insurance verifications and facility admissions
- Front desk secretary duties
Patient Care Technician
Sparrow Hospital
01.2016 - 09.2017
- Post op/ med surg
- Care for orthopedic patients
- Arrange patient charts and care plans
- Follow HIPPA rules and regulation during acute care duties
- Schedule next day surgeries and room admission schedules
Education
Associate Of General Studies -
Lansing Community College
12.2015
Skills
- Experience entering and handling Emergency Medical Records (EMR)
- Works well in a team or group environment
- Excellent customer service
- Strong communication skills
- Patient education and counseling
- Equipment calibration and maintenance
- Sleep disorder diagnosis
- Polysomnographic analysis
- BiPAP titration management
- CPAP titration management
Certification
- Registered Polysomnographic Technologist
- Certified Nursing Assistant Long term and acute care
- CPR Certified
- Medical Terminology Certification
Timeline
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist
Midwest Center For Sleep
04.2022 - 12.2024
PCT/Unit Clerk
Sparrow Eaton Hospital- Emergency Dept.
12.2018 - 04.2022
Patient Care Technician
Sparrow Hospital
01.2016 - 09.2017
CNA /Accounts payable/ resident advocate
Medilodge of Okemos
01.2011 - 12.2018
Associate Of General Studies -
Lansing Community College
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