Sandra Walters
Kingman,AZ
Summary
Focused Telemetry Technician adept at analyzing cardiac monitor rhythms and collaborating with staff to plan appropriate patient care. Accustomed to accurately managing patient charts in compliance with HIPAA guidelines. Eager to leverage 40+ years as a Monitor Technician, Unit Clerk, and Certified Nursing Assistant in hospital, clinical, long term, and home health settings.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Monitor Technician
Kingman Regional Medical Center
01.2012 - Current
- Interpreted and maintained cardiac monitoring by observing and documenting EKG rhythms
- Recognize rhythms/arrhythmias/lethal dysrhythmia and communicate changes promptly to primary nurse
- Accurately verify and enter patient data into cardiac monitoring system using Phillips database
- Implemented training regimen for incoming monitor technicians for 10+ years.
Monitor Technician/Unit, Clerk/CNA
Hualapai Mountain Medical Center
09.2009 - 10.2011
- Interpreted tests and identified arrhythmias and heart abnormalities on patient's EKG and reported to staff.
- Delivered individualized patient care as an demand CNA by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Performed clerical duties while effectively communicating with patients and staff
- Retrieved or initiated patient medical history and examination file while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Technician/Unit Clerk/CNA
Western Arizona Regional Medical Center
03.2009 - 09.2009
- Interpreted and maintained cardiac monitoring by observing and documenting EKG rhythms.
- Followed all protocols to respond to irregular cardiac activity.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Documented updates to patient information in medical charts while maintaining HIPAA compliance protecting confidentiality of records.
Monitor Technician/Unit, Clerk/CNA
St.Mary’s Regional Medical Center
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Interpreted and maintained cardiac monitoring by observing and documenting EKG rhythms
- Recognize rhythm changes and report to the primary nurse
- Performed clerical duties related to admission, discharge, and documentation of patient information while prioritizing and organizing work assignments based on needs
- Greeted patients, visitors, and staff and provided needed information, directions and documents through friendly, compassionate communication.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
No Degree -
Valley College
San Bernardino, CA1979
HS Diploma - undefined
Pacific High School
San Bernardino, CA1976
Skills
- Analytical/critical thinking
- Effective interpersonal communication
- HIPAA / Health and Safety Regulations
- Adaptable
- Multi-tasking
- Technical skills
- Precepting
Certification
- National Telemetry Association: Certification ID: NTA55406875182
- EKG Certifications- Kingman Regional Medical Center - Annually
- BLS Certified- Exp. 2025
Timeline
Monitor Technician
Kingman Regional Medical Center
01.2012 - Current
Monitor Technician/Unit, Clerk/CNA
Hualapai Mountain Medical Center
09.2009 - 10.2011
Technician/Unit Clerk/CNA
Western Arizona Regional Medical Center
03.2009 - 09.2009
Monitor Technician/Unit, Clerk/CNA
St.Mary’s Regional Medical Center
01.2003 - 01.2008
No Degree -
Valley College
HS Diploma - undefined
Pacific High School
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