Shawn Flinn
Morgantown
Summary
Certified (NMTCB) and Registered Nurse (RN) currently working as lead technologist in nuclear cardiology. Experienced Nuclear Medicine Technologist possessing excellent patient and clinical skills for over seven years, four years of that time is spent specializing in non-invasive cardiac imaging. In addition, I have five years prior experience in Emergency Medicine as a trained and certified Paramedic (NREMTP). Seasoned with more than 12 years of total experience in multiple health care settings with an extensive understanding of anatomy and physiology. Proactive, with a high level of initiative and proficiency with daily clinical tasks. Skilled and highly confident possessing a strong work ethic with excellent time management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Nuclear Cardiology Technologist
WVU Ruby Memorial Hospital
02.2024 - Current
- Inspect, maintain and adjust cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness.
- Perform technical procedures by applying radiopharmaceuticals to detect pathology.
- Calibrate and prepare radioactivity and radiopharmaceuticals to administer to patients.
- Explain procedures to patients and families and answer questions to ease anxiety and encourage patient cooperation.
- Practice safe testing methods by limiting radiation exposure to patients and personnel.
- Utilize computer data to develop information and process images for interpretation.
- Use coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Developed strong relationships with referring physicians, promoting open communication channels to optimize patient care coordination efforts.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings, contributing to the development of patient care plans and offering expertise in nuclear cardiology diagnostics.
- Provided comprehensive training for junior staff members joining the Nuclear Cardiology team, fostering professional growth opportunities across the department.
Nuclear Cardiology Technologist
WVU Ruby Memorial Hospital
08.2019 - 02.2024
- Inspect, maintain and adjust cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness.
- Perform technical procedures by applying radiopharmaceuticals to detect pathology.
- Calibrate and prepare radioactivity and radiopharmaceuticals to administer to patients.
- Explain procedures to patients and families and answer questions to ease anxiety and encourage patient cooperation.
- Practice safe testing methods by limiting radiation exposure to patients and personnel.
- Utilize computer data to develop information and process images for interpretation.
- Use coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Washington Health System
06.2019 - 04.2021
- Educated patients on procedure details, provided instructions and answered questions to minimize anxiety and improve cooperation.
- Evaluated new imaging sequence protocols and processes and executed prescribed nuclear medicine procedures.
- Developed and implemented improved diagnostic standards for inpatient and outpatient exams in alignment with department goals.
- Calibrated and prepared radioactivity and radiopharmaceuticals to administer to patients.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Kaweah Delta Medical Center
12.2016 - 05.2019
- Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals.
- Perform patient imaging procedures using sophisticated radiation-detecting instrumentation.
- Developed and implemented improved diagnostic standards for inpatient and outpatient exams in alignment with department goals.
- Provided new employees with training and ongoing guidance on organizational procedures, policies and best practices.
- Performed technical procedures by applying radiopharmaceuticals to detect pathology.
Paramedic
Kanawha County Emergency Ambulance Authority
10.2014 - 05.2015
- 911 Emergency and non-emergency medical transports.
- Staffed ambulance for 24 hour and 12 hour shifts.
- Maintained station duties.
Paramedic
Doddridge County Ambulance Authority
04.2012 - 08.2014
- Served as shift supervisor for EMS personnel.
- Staffed ambulance as paramedic for 24 hour shifts.
- Maintained station duties to include cleaning and household chores.
- 911 Emergency and non-emergency medical transports.
- Assisted with hiring of EMS personnel.
- Taught CPR and First aid skills.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing -
West Virginia Junior College - Morgantown
Morgantown, WV03.2022
Associate of Applied Science - Nuclear Medicine
Bridge Valley
South Charleston2016
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Kanawha Valley Communtiy Technical Center
Institute, WV2012
Skills
- Registered Nurse
- NMTCB certification
- Nationally Registered Paramedic (NREMTP)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Skilled IV Therapy
Timeline
Lead Nuclear Cardiology Technologist
WVU Ruby Memorial Hospital
02.2024 - Current
Nuclear Cardiology Technologist
WVU Ruby Memorial Hospital
08.2019 - 02.2024
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Washington Health System
06.2019 - 04.2021
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Kaweah Delta Medical Center
12.2016 - 05.2019
Paramedic
Kanawha County Emergency Ambulance Authority
10.2014 - 05.2015
Paramedic
Doddridge County Ambulance Authority
04.2012 - 08.2014
Associate Degree in Nursing -
West Virginia Junior College - Morgantown
Associate of Applied Science - Nuclear Medicine
Bridge Valley
Associate of Applied Science - Paramedicine
Kanawha Valley Communtiy Technical Center
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