Renee Burrell- Alonso
Harvest
Summary
Adept at enhancing patient safety and care, I leveraged my expertise in telemetry equipment operation and patient communication at Madison Hospital, significantly improving workflow efficiency. My continuous learning attitude and proficiency in medical terminology have positioned me as a key contributor to team success, embodying professionalism and ethics in every task.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Madison Hospital
02.2018 - Current
- Assisted in training new telemetry monitor technicians, sharing expertise and knowledge to help develop competent and confident staff members.
- Improved workflow efficiency by maintaining up-to-date documentation on monitored patients, including rhythm strips and vital signs.
- Maintained strict adherence to hospital policies and procedures related to confidentiality, infection control, and safety protocols during daily activities.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when analyzing cardiac patterns for subtle yet significant changes that could indicate potential complications or emergencies.
- Managed multiple priorities effectively, balancing surveillance of multiple patients while also addressing urgent issues as they arose.
- Assisted nurses in providing quality patient care through accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and timely communication of changes.
- Facilitated continuity of care during shift changes by providing thorough hand-off reports to incoming technicians, ensuring seamless transition of responsibilities.
- Enhanced patient safety by continuously monitoring telemetry equipment and promptly reporting any abnormalities.
Certified Medical Assistant
Madison Family Practice
02.2017 - 12.2017
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere at the practice by greeting patients warmly upon arrival, checking them in efficiently, and answering any questions they had about their visit or overall healthcare needs.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
Certified Medical Assistant
Horizon Medical Care
05.2014 - 09.2017
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Ultimate Medical Academy
Clearwater, FL05-2018
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Kaplan University
Davenport, IA08-2014
High School Diploma -
Columbia High School
Huntsville, AL05-2009
Skills
- Professionalism and ethics
- Specimens collection and processing
- Continuous learning attitude
- Patient care
- Patient monitoring techniques
- Clinical documentation
- Medication administration
- Vital sign monitoring
- Record keeping expertise
- Patient documentation
- Telemetry equipment operation
- Medical terminology proficiency
- Multitasking and organization
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Telephone etiquette
- Stress management techniques
- Heart rhythm interpretation
- Blood pressure measurement
- Basic life support
- Injection administration
- HIPAA protocols
- Patient preparation
- Patient communication
- Healthcare procedures
- Vital signs measurement
Timeline
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Madison Hospital
02.2018 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Madison Family Practice
02.2017 - 12.2017
Certified Medical Assistant
Horizon Medical Care
05.2014 - 09.2017
Associate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Ultimate Medical Academy
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Kaplan University
High School Diploma -
Columbia High School
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