Yadira Hinojosa

• Helped physicians complete cardiac issues and peripheral vascular concerns by assisting with procedures such as pacemaker insertions and balloon angioplasties.
• Employed specialized procedural knowledge and equipment to test and document patient cardiac activity.
• Documented vascular data such as edema, oxygen saturation and blood pressure to contribute to accurate diagnoses.
• Measured heart chamber sizes and wall thickness against expected sizes to detect abnormalities.
• Operated diagnostic imaging equipment to complete contrast-enhanced heart and cardiovascular system radiographs.
• Inspected, maintained and adjusted cardiology equipment to maintain optimal functionality and diagnostic usefulness.
• Tracked findings of procedures such as EKGs using manual and automated recording devices.
• Recognized testing abnormalities and identified need for more extensive scans of area to improve accuracy of test results.
• Reviewed and recorded patient medical histories and relevant clinical data to enhance knowledge prior to examination.
• Explained test procedure and supported patient throughout examination to help alleviate anxiety and concern.
• Assisted on cardiac cauterizations by operating multi-channel physiologic monitor.
• Maintained and adjusted cardiology and pulmonary equipment.

Structural Heart

· TAVR (Medtronic Core valve)

· Mitral Clip (Abbot)

· Watchman (Boston Scientific)

Peripheral

· Angiograms

· Venograms

· PTCA

Electrophysiology

· Pacemaker implantation

· ICD implantation

· Bi-ventricular ICD implantation

· EP studies

Pediatric heart (minimal experience, willing to learn)

· Right heart catheterization

· PFO closure

• Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
• Facilitated transfer of patients throughout medical facility and between departments.
• Assessed extent and nature of injury or illness to prioritize and establish medical procedures.
• Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
• Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
• Liaised between nurses, physicians, patients, and visitors.
• Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher or bed to other units.
• Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
• Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
• Decontaminated and sanitized all equipment, instruments and supplies.
• Administered first aid treatment and life support to care for sick or injured individuals.
• Inserted peripheral IVs and administered non-medication IV fluids.
• Carried out phlebotomy procedures, including preparing patients, finding viable veins and watching for adverse reactions
• Assisted doctors with examinations of patients by taking vital signs, including blood pressure, height, weight and drawing blood.

• Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep RNs and Doctors informed of changes.
• Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
• Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
• Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
• Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
• Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
• Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.