Susan Karume
Houston,TX
Summary
Highly efficient in the cardiovascular medical field, known for completing tasks with productivity and precision. Possess specialized skills in echocardiography, vascular sonography, and stress testing procedures. Excel in critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring optimal patient care and team collaboration. Compassionate healthcare professional with a focus on patient care, highly productive in fast-paced environments and proficient at completing tasks efficiently. Specialized skills include vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene assistance. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient comfort and support.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital
Houston, TX
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted physicians with interpretation of EKGs during diagnostic tests or procedures.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following established protocols for cleaning equipment after use.
- Recorded observations and baseline measurements to maintain accurate medical records.
- Ensured that all necessary documentation was completed accurately and timely according to departmental policies.
- Demonstrated knowledge of arrhythmias and their management through appropriate interventions.
- Managed multiple patients simultaneously with different levels of acuity and severity.
- Reviewed ECG tracing strips for accuracy before submitting them for physician review.
- Monitored cardiac rhythms, analyzed data, and reported findings to medical staff.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives designed to improve the delivery of care services.
- Performed equipment diagnostics, troubleshooting and evaluations.
- Responded promptly to any alarms or changes in patient conditions.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Patient Care Technician
Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital
Houston, TX
10.2008 - Current
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Instructed new employees on proper techniques of performing daily tasks.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Helped create a safe environment by following infection control policies.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts
Holy Names University
Oakland, CASome College (No Degree) - Cultural Anthropology
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
Slippery Rock, PAHigh School Diploma -
Loreto Convent Valley Road
Nairobi ,KenyaSkills
- Remote Monitoring Expertise
- Stress management techniques
- Rapid Response Coordination
- HIPAA compliance
- Commitment to Ethical Standards
- Quality control measures
- Strong communication skills
- Written communication proficiency
Accomplishments
- Presented Rose Award
- Member of Code Lilac Team
- Member Of Patient Satisfaction Committee
- delegated to new employer hire orientation and skill check
Certification
- CPR and BLS Certification
- Telemetry Monitor Tech
Timeline
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital
10.2008 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts
Holy Names University
Some College (No Degree) - Cultural Anthropology
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania
High School Diploma -
Loreto Convent Valley Road
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