Lisa S Childs
Decatur Memorial Health System
Decatur,IL
10
years of professional experience
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Work History
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist
3 Years 10 Months- Scoring overnight and home sleep studies
- Educated patients on home sleep study equipment to ensure proper usage and understanding
- Data Entry for Accreditation
- Conducted verification of patient authorizations
- Preparing patient charts for reading Physicians and night techs
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
RPSGT/EEG Tech
8 Months- Oversaw and conducted overnight sleep studies and EEGs autonomously on a full-time basis from August 2021 to October 2022. Provided as-needed support from November 2022 to April 2022.
- Conducted EEG tests to assess neurological conditions and monitor brain activity.
RPSGT/Neurodiagnostic Tech
2 Years 9 Months- Perform multiple types of electroneurodiagnostic testing including:
- Electroencephalogram
- Nerve Conduction Studies
- Videonystagmogram
- Visual Evoked Potential
- Home Sleep Study
- Repetitive Nerve Stimulation
- Assist with Botulinum Toxin Injections
- Assist with Skin Biopsies
- Collecting labs, imaging, and data entry
- Assisted with daily operations across departments to ensure smooth workflow
- Indicate artifacts or interferences with equipment
- Traveling to surrounding areas for patient testing
RPSGT
2 Years 10 Months- Perform multiple types of electroneurodiagnostic testing including:
- Nocturnal Polysomnogram
- Cpap Titrations
- BiPAP Titration
- Oxygen Titrations
- Demonstrated ability to work independently while maintaining productivity
- Determined and adhered to procedure protocols set by ordering physician and director for optimal test outcomes
- Ensured high-quality care for patients through effective communication and support
EEG/Polysomnographic Tech
2 Years 1 Month- Perform multiple types of electroneurodiagnostic (END) testing including:
- Electroencephalogram
- Nocturnal Polysomnogram
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Titration
- Bilevel Titration
- Multiple Sleep Latency Test
- Maintenance of Wakefulness Test
- Home Sleep Study
- Long Term Monitoring
- Videonystagmography
- Visual Evoked Potential
- Arterial Blood Gas Test
- Oxygen Titrations
- Determined and followed procedure protocols from ordering physician or director
- Monitored patients in ICU and CVU using portable equipment to deliver timely and effective care
- Conducted training sessions for technicians on procedures and best practices.
- Conducted comprehensive sleep studies to assess patients' sleep disorders and recommend appropriate treatments.
Education
RPSGT - Sleep
Certified Nurse Assistant - Nursing
Accredited Sleep Technologist Education Program - A-STEP
Cosmetologist - Cosmetology
Skills
Patient support
Problem-solving
Patient education
Friendly
positive attitude
Time management
Attention to detail
Autonomous testing
Teamwork and collaboration
Affiliations
- Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BRPT)
- American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM)
Timeline
Registered Polysomnographic Technologist
Decatur Memorial Health System
10.2022 - CurrentRead More
RPSGT/EEG Tech
HSHS Good Shepherd & St. Anthony's
08.2021 - 04.2022Read More
RPSGT/Neurodiagnostic Tech
Decatur Neurological Associates
11.2018 - 08.2021Read More
RPSGT
HSHS St. Mary's Hospital
10.2018 - 08.2021Read More
EEG/Polysomnographic Tech
Decatur Memorial Hospital
10.2016 - 11.2018Read More
Washington University
Accredited Sleep Technologist Education Program from A-STEP
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Board of Polysomnographic Technologists
RPSGT from Sleep
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Richland Community College
Certified Nurse Assistant from Nursing
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Mr. Johns School of Cosmetology
Cosmetologist from Cosmetology
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