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Vascular Sonography II Clinical (CVP 243S)

Term: 2019-2020 School Year Summer Term

Faculty

Ms. Cathy J Miller

Credentials:

B.S. in Health Care Management, Bellevue University, Omaha, NE

Program Society Memberships:

SVU


Program Society Memberships:

SDMS


Credentials:

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

STI Instructor Bio:

Catherine J. Miller, BS, LPN, RVT, Director of the Vascular Ultrasound program, has 35+ years of professional experience that includes medical-surgical nursing, vascular ultrasound sonographer and post secondary education. She has earned her Baccalaurette in Health Care Management from Belluvue University in Omaha, NE, Licensed Practical Nursing from Worthington, MN, and Registered Vascular Technologist from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). She has taught at the post-secondary level and holds a post-secondary credential from the South Dakota Board of Education. As an educator, Catherine has taught health core courses such as Patient Care, Introduction to Cardiovascular and all coursed pertaining to Vascular Ultrasound. Catherine is involved with (CAAHEP JRC-CVT) Joint Review Committee of Cardiovascular Technology Technology as a site reader and visitor of fellow Vascular Ultrasound Programs throughout the United States.

Credentials:

Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)

STI Position:

Vascular Ultrasound Program Director

Description

This course is a continuation of CVP 233S, which is a full time clinical internship (40 hours/week) and will be completed at the same location. Students will broaden and perfect their vascular sonography skills. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking skills as related to exam performance and patient care settings. The student will also complete coursework and portfolios during the clinical internship. Prerequisite: CVP 233S and permission of the Program Chair