Lidia Hernandez

Detail-oriented EEG Technician with two years of hospital-based experience at a trauma one hospital with over 500 hours of EMU and continuous EEG monitoring. Skilled in neurodiagnostic testing, long-term monitoring, and utilizing Nihon Kohden systems. Committed to delivering accurate data, ensuring patient safety, and supporting clinical teams in diagnosing neurological conditions.

EEG Technician at University Health Hospital (2024-02 – Present)

• Perform routine, long-term and continuous EEG monitoring in inpatient and outpatient settings
• Accumulated 500+ hours of Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) experience
• Prepare patients for EEG procedures, including electrode placement using the International 10-20 System of EEG measurement
• Monitor and recognize abnormal brain activity including seizure events for physician review
• Utilize Nihon Kohden EEG system for recording, monitoring, and data management
• Maintain and trouble shoot EEG equipment to ensure optimal performance
• Collaborate with neurologists and epileptologists to support accurate diagnoses
• Adhere to strict patient safety, infection control, documentation standards & HIPAA guidelines

Surgical Coordinator at Bons Secour Mary Immaculate Hospital (2022-03 – 2023-06)

• Coordinate and schedule bariatric surgeries to include pre-op and follow-up appointments as designated by physicians
• Work with insurance to verify benefits, gather pre-authorizations and follow-up on approvals or denials
• Follow established surgery center/hospital precautions in performance of all job duties to ensure a safe work environment
• Proactively reviews and monitors daily OR schedule for conflict, early requests, and special room needs; moving surgery cases if/when needed

Mental Health Professional at Life Consultants Inc. (2020-08 – 2021-12)

• Provide quality mental health skill-building services through virtual and in-person support
• Enable clients to achieve and maintain community stability and independence in the most appropriate, least restrictive environment
• Train and reinforce functional skills and appropriate behavior related to client's mental health and safety, activities of daily living, and use of community resources
• Produce high quality, punctual, and accurate documentation of all casework consistent with licensure and agency protocols

Master's Degree in Leadership Studies - Emphasis in Education Administration – University of Texas at El Paso (2015)

Bachelors of Science in Health Promotion – University of Texas at El Paso (2014)