Katherine Spaulding
Windsor
Summary
Patient-focused CNA with 10 years of experience. Expert in all elements of patient care and successful in working as part of team to treat wide range of medical conditions. Skilled in prioritizing patients' needs within high-stress environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Emergency Room Technician /Medical Unit Secretary
Maine General Medical Center
07.2021 - Current
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
Medical Assistant
Maine General Medical Center
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Emergency Room Technician
Maine General Medical Center
07.2021 - 04.2022
Medical Assistant
Maine Health
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Clinical Assistant
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Only left this job due to clinic closing
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Utilized effective communication and active listening skills when interacting with physicians, nursing staff, and patients.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Comforted anxious patients before procedures and listened to concerns, offering support, and compassion.
- Reviewed physician's calendar and scheduled patient appointments by telephone and in-person.
- Assisted patients with basic care needs.
Medical Assistant /General Secretary
Waldo County General Hospital
12.2017 - 08.2019
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
CNA
Waldo County General Hospital
12.2016 - 12.2017
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
CNA/CRMA
Harbor Hill Health Center
08.2015 - 12.2016
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Managed medication in accordance with policies and procedures related to correct resident, medication, dosage, form and time.
- Audited for outdated medication and for shortage of medications or supplies.
- Maintained accurate documentation of medications and treatments on assigned residents.
CNA
Tall Pines Healthcare
06.2014 - 08.2015
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mount View High School
Thorndike, ME06-2015
Certificate - CNA
Waldo County Technical Center
Waldo, ME 06-2014
Skills
- ER support
- Educating patients
- Sanitizing procedures
- Medical terminology
- Geriatric care
- Wound cleaning
- Splinting capability
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Venipuncture
- Patients' vital signs
- Telemetry monitoring
- EMR software
Certification
- CNA - license number CNA65375
- MOAB
- Orthopedic splinting certified
- Mandated reporter - pediatric and Adult
- Venipuncture/blood bank / Culture certified adults only
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Maine General Medical Center
04.2022 - 10.2022
Emergency Room Technician /Medical Unit Secretary
Maine General Medical Center
07.2021 - Current
Emergency Room Technician
Maine General Medical Center
07.2021 - 04.2022
Medical Assistant
Maine Health
01.2021 - 06.2021
Clinical Assistant
Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center
03.2020 - 01.2021
Medical Assistant /General Secretary
Waldo County General Hospital
12.2017 - 08.2019
CNA
Waldo County General Hospital
12.2016 - 12.2017
CNA/CRMA
Harbor Hill Health Center
08.2015 - 12.2016
CNA
Tall Pines Healthcare
06.2014 - 08.2015
- CNA - license number CNA65375
- MOAB
- Orthopedic splinting certified
- Mandated reporter - pediatric and Adult
- Venipuncture/blood bank / Culture certified adults only
High School Diploma -
Mount View High School
Certificate - CNA
Waldo County Technical Center
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