Chrisitna Blalock
Athens,GA
Summary
Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Degree and Diploma and 2 certifications
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
LPN
St. Mary's General Hospital
Athens, GA
08.2021 - Current
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Licensed Pratical Nurse
Landmark Hospital
Athens, GA
04.2019 - Current
- Ensured quality control through admissions, assessment, treatment and referral for a broad range of patients.
- Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Patient Transfer Safely lifted up to 80 pounds and pushed 300 pounds on wheels
- Vitals Testing
- Measured average of 11 patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure daily.
- Quality Assurance Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Patient Care Technician
North Georgia Healthcare Center
Gainesville, GA
04.2016 - 04.2019
- Provided care for patients based on physical, psychological, educational and safety criteria.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living under guidance of RN.
- Cared for patients by providing help with personal care and ambulation.
- Interacted effectively with patients, families, staff and other hospital department staff to deliver a high level of customer service and teamwork.
- Organized and maintained general supply storage areas.
- Documented observations and baseline measurements in medical records.
- Ensured HIPAA compliance.
- Coordinated Quality Improvement Activities (QIA's) to identify performance areas for improvement.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
Medical Assistant
Ellis Pain
Athens, GA
02.2012 - 01.2016
- Interacted with all necessary partners throughout the establishment including physicians, nursing staff,technicians, and medical assistants.
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures.
- Identified test discrepancies.Electronically input test orders requested by clients.
- Attended required training, education and meetings.
- Participated in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
- Monitored expiration of medical supplies and medications.
- Took direction from physicians, RN and LPNs.
- Referred problems to technologists, specialists, supervisors, managers and pathologists as needed.
- Ensured collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment up to infection control standards.
- Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
- Prepared and administered medications as directed by a physician.
- Assisted physicians in follow-through of care.
Education
Diploma - LPN
Athens Technical College
Athens, GA12.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Athens Technical College
Athens, GA12.2012
Certification - Healthcare Assistant
Athens Technical College
Athens, GA 01.2022 - 12.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA
Athens Technical College
Athens, GA01.2012
Skills
- Equipment Assembly
- Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS)
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
- Examination and Test Preparation
- Recording Vital Signs
- Conditions Reporting
- Intravenous Medications
- Work Planning and Coordination
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Wound Dressing
- Care Planning and Modifications
Certification
CPR certified through American Heart AssociationCertified Nurses AideHeart Saver/AED CertificationFirst Aid CertificationLicensed/Certified Home Health AideCertified Medical Assistant
Timeline
Certification - Healthcare Assistant
Athens Technical College
01.2022 - 12.2022
LPN
St. Mary's General Hospital
08.2021 - Current
Licensed Pratical Nurse
Landmark Hospital
04.2019 - Current
Patient Care Technician
North Georgia Healthcare Center
04.2016 - 04.2019
Medical Assistant
Ellis Pain
02.2012 - 01.2016
Diploma - LPN
Athens Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Athens Technical College
Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA
Athens Technical College
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