NICOLE BERNAL
CHICAGO
Summary
Registered Vascular Technologist with one year of experience at Loyola University Medical Center and over 1,200 hours of comprehensive clinical training in vascular ultrasound. Skilled in performing noninvasive vascular examinations, producing accurate diagnostic images, and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver exceptional patient care. Experienced in evaluating arterial, venous, cerebrovascular, abdominal, and dialysis access studies while maintaining high standards of quality, efficiency, and patient safety. Dedicated to continuous professional development, compassionate patient care, and contributing to positive clinical outcomes in a fast-paced academic medical center.
Overview
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Certification
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year of professional experience
Work History
Registered Vascular Technologist
Loyola University Medical Center
05.2025 - Current
- Operated ultrasound equipment to perform vascular studies and ensure high-quality imaging.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with hospital protocols.
Education
BACHELOR'S IN SCIENCE - VASCULAR ULTRASOUND
Rush University
Chicago, IL05.2025
Skills
- Knowledge of vascular anatomy, hemodynamics, and pathology recognition
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-centered approach
- Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
- Arterial Duplex, Bypass Grafts, Arterial Physiologic, Venous Lower and Upper Extremity, Lower and Upper Extremity Vein Mapping, Carotid, Mesenteric, Renal, Aortoiliac, Venous Insufficiency, Hemodialysis Access
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient safety
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- JAN 2025 - APR 2025 University of Chicago Chicago, IL
- OCT 2024 - JAN 2025 Rush University Medical Center Chicago, IL
- OCT 2024 - JAN 2025 Ascension Saint Joseph Joliet, IL
- AUG 2024 - OCT 2024 Loyola University Medical Center Maywood, IL
- MAY 2024 - JUL 2024 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Park Ridge, IL
Certification
ARDMS Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
ARDMS Sonographic Principles and Instrumentation (SPI)
EQUIPMENT
PROFICIENT IN OPERATING ULTRASOUND EQUIPMENT INCLUDING PARKS FLO-LAB, VASCULAB, PHILIPS, EPIC, MINDRAY, SEQUOIA, AND GE MACHINES.
LANGUAGES
English (Native)
Spanish (Native)
Timeline
Registered Vascular Technologist
Loyola University Medical Center
05.2025 - Current
BACHELOR'S IN SCIENCE - VASCULAR ULTRASOUND
Rush University