Nicole Kar
Wauwatosa,WI
Summary
Experienced Cardiovascular Technologist with 20 years of healthcare experience with a passion for electrophysiology. Skilled in performing precise and efficient procedures, prioritizing team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Proficient in operating and troubleshooting cardiovascular and electrophysiology equipment, with a talent for anticipating needs and maintaining seamless workflow. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, and commitment to improving patient care through a positive attitude and continuous learning and growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Pediatric Caregiver
Selfrefind
03.2019 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assists patient with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Administer enteral, inhaled, and injectable medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Monitor patient vitals including, HR, RR, BP, SpO2, and ventilation settings, detecting abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform collaborating medical team
- Integrate with healthcare team members to develop personalized care plan, resulting in tailored support and improved wellbeing.
- Support home medical equipment including: Astral 150 ventilator, pulse oximeter, heated trach collar, respiratory airway clearance device, augmentative & alternative communication device, G-tube pump
- Train and educate incoming nursing staff on home equipment and provide support during emergent situations as well as troubleshooting technical issues with home equipment.
Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician
Froedtert Hospital
03.2018 - 07.2020
- Instrumental contributer to the initial launch of the Decentralized Pharmacy Technician Program
- Implementation of the official "Meds to Beds" program: designed to reduce patient readmission rates
- Completion of detailed and accurate prior-to admission medication histories throughout hospital including ED
- Identification and communication of barriers to medication access
- Routine attendance and collaboration at multidisciplinary care coordination rounds
- Facilitation of discharge medication procurement to help enable patient medication adherence
Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician
OnePoint Patient Care
04.2016 - 12.2016
- Collaborated with hospice professionals to clarify prescription details, ensuring accuracy.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently cross-checking medications against patients' profiles before dispensing.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
- Reduced medication errors through consistent attention to detail and adherence to established protocols.
- Counted, measured, and compounded medications following standard procedures.
- Expedited insurance claim resolutions by liaising with healthcare providers and internal PBM
Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walgreen's Pharmacy
06.2004 - 11.2012
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by delivering exceptional customer service in fast-paced, high-volume pharmacy setting.
- Optimized workflow processes to maintain accurate prescription records and ensure timely order fulfillment for patients.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations by maintaining meticulous documentation of controlled substances and adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to review and verify prescriptions, ensuring accurate dosages, drug interactions, and possible allergies were considered before dispensing medications.
- Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations, and patient information.
- Contributed to team success by training new pharmacy technicians on company policies, procedures, and best practices.
Education
Associate of Science - Invasive Cardiovascular Technology
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI05.2025
Certificate of Completion - Cardiac Electrophysiology AHP Education Course
Johnson & Johnson Institute
06-2025
Skills
- Empathetic patient focused care
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Detail oriented
- Focused, analytical thinker
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Adapted to working with all levels of healthcare personnel
- Knowledge of EPIC EMR Software
- Strong appreciation of radiation safety
- Proficient in 12-Lead ECG Analysis
- Attentive hemodynamic monitoring
- Proficient in diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular & electrophysiology procedures
Clinical Experience
- Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital-Summer 2024-combination Cath & EP
- Ascension Columbia St. Mary-Fall 2024- Cath & EP lab
- Froedtert Hospital-Spring 2025- Cath & EP lab
- Completion of 704 clinical hours upon graduation: May 2025
- Participated in 142 diagnostic and interventional cardiovascular cases & 21 EP cases, including transvenous lead extraction and biventricular pacemaker implantation: as of February 2025
Certification
- EKG Technician Certificate (May 2024)
- Certified Rhythm Analysis Technician (Est. April 2025)
- Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (Est. June 2025)
- Certified Pharmacy Technician-National Association of Boards of Pharmacy- (Jan. 2012- Current)
- Certified Pharmacy Technician- Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (Sept 2006 -Current)
- BLS Provider- American Heart Association (Jan 2024-Current)
Associations
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
- MATC Scholastic Honors
- Alliance of Cardiovascular Professionals
- American College of Cardiology
Timeline
Advanced Pediatric Caregiver
Selfrefind
03.2019 - Current
Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician
Froedtert Hospital
03.2018 - 07.2020
Nationally Certified Pharmacy Technician
OnePoint Patient Care
04.2016 - 12.2016
Senior Certified Pharmacy Technician
Walgreen's Pharmacy
06.2004 - 11.2012
Associate of Science - Invasive Cardiovascular Technology
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Certificate of Completion - Cardiac Electrophysiology AHP Education Course
Johnson & Johnson Institute