Tracy Olson
Tucson
Summary
26 years of nursing experience with a robust clinical background in cardiology. Expertise in patient education and safety, complemented by a commitment to exceptional customer service. Proficient in multiple EMR systems, including Outlook and Excel, with conversational Spanish skills. Highly motivated and quick to learn, ready to embrace new career opportunities.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Rehabilitation Nurse
Carondelet St. Mary's Hospital
Tucson
11.2021 - Current
- Develop personalized exercise plans for cardiac rehabilitation patients.
- Monitor patient EKG tracings, blood pressures, and patient progress during therapy sessions
- Educate patients on heart health and lifestyle modifications for recovery.
Procedural Nurse
Carondelet Medical Group
Tucson
08.2017 - 11.2021
- Monitored patients throughout cardiac nuclear treadmill, Lexiscan stress tests, and stress echocardiograms, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Practiced intravenous therapy techniques in a clinical setting.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff promptly.
Training Coordinator
Acelis Connected Health
Livermore
01.2011 - 09.2021
- Conducted in-person and Webex trainings to guide patients in completing and reporting self INR testing at home using Coagucheck machine.
- Designed and implemented training programs for healthcare technology users.
- Coordinated schedules for training sessions across multiple locations.
- Facilitated workshops to enhance staff knowledge of medical devices.
Procedural Nurse
Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital
Tucson
02.2014 - 08.2017
- Administered conscious sedation during procedures to facilitate patient comfort and procedural efficacy.
- Prepared and recovered patients for outpatient cardiac cath lab, interventional radiology, and CT procedures to ensure safety and comfort during interventions.
- Delivered pre procedural education and coordinated post procedural discharge planning to enhance patient understanding and care continuity.
Triage Nurse
Desert Cardiology
Tucson
11.2001 - 01.2014
- Performed telephone triage to assess patient status and acuity, ensuring timely responses to patient inquiries.
- Reviewed patient charts to ensure accurate Coumadin dosage adjustments were made.
- Created detailed charting that communicated patient needs and status to physicians, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Educated patients on medications and disease states, empowering them to manage their health effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ12-1999
Bachelor of Science - Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ05-1997
Skills
- Patient education
- Patient assessment
- Cardiac monitoring
- Exercise planning
- IV administration
- Conscious sedation
Certification
- Arizona State Board of Nursing, # RN109878, 04/01/30
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), American Heart Association, 08/01/28
- Basic Life Support (BLS), American Heart Association, 08/01/28
Timeline
Cardiac Rehabilitation Nurse
Carondelet St. Mary's Hospital
11.2021 - Current
Procedural Nurse
Carondelet Medical Group
08.2017 - 11.2021
Procedural Nurse
Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital
02.2014 - 08.2017
Training Coordinator
Acelis Connected Health
01.2011 - 09.2021
Triage Nurse
Desert Cardiology
11.2001 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Arizona
Bachelor of Science - Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
University of Arizona