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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Aiyahna McNair

Macon,GA

Summary

Experienced nursing professional with a diverse background in providing quality care to patients across various medical settings, including mother/baby, emergency department, pediatrics, orthopedics, rehabilitation, ICU, CCU, medical-surgical/telemetry, women's services, geriatrics, bariatrics, and float pool. Possesses excellent communication skills and a strong ability to prioritize tasks for effective patient care coordination. Demonstrates exceptional organization and task prioritization in fast-paced environments.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician (Med Surg)

Piedmont Macon North
11.2022 - Current
  • Maintained patient confidentiality in line with HIPAA regulations
  • Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing
  • Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record

CNA (Local Traveler)

Shift Key
01.2020 - Current
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information

Travel CNA (Float Pool)

Central Maine Medical Center
05.2023 - 04.2024
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations

Patient Registration Clerk

Kaiser Permanente (Labor Disruption Contract)
09.2023 - 10.2023
  • Secured patient privacy by learning and following HIPAA regulations to keep organization compliant with relevant laws
  • Collected payments and co-pays from customers using large variety of insurance programs, adjusting amounts based on specific plan directives
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff

Patient Care Technician (postpartum)

Northside Hospital
06.2018 - 03.2022
  • Monitored and assessed mother and newborn to ascertain proper healing and recovery; applied and activated Hugs security tag on infants ankle
  • Assisted doctors during circumcisions peri and cire care; delivered specimens to the lab and obtained products from the blood bank
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls
  • Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions and assisting with concerns
  • Efficiently provided babies with PKU newborn screening tests
  • Prepared patients for procedures
  • Placed infants on phototherapy machine as needed
  • Set up breast pumps for usage as well as assisted mothers with breastfeeding, changed linen, stocked supplies and sterilized equipment

Medical Courier

Dash Courier
11.2016 - 07.2018
  • Communicated route progress to management, noting traffic, and construction issues to avoid delays for critical deliveries
  • Built professional relationships with customers and business partners to establish trust and credibility
  • Communicated with dispatch and customers for accurate delivery information

Patient Care Technician (Bariatric / Surgical)

Northside Hospital
08.2012 - 11.2016
  • Placed new supply orders, managed inventory and restocked clerical spaces
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements
  • Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity
  • Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge
  • Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance
  • Received, recorded and addressed incoming and outgoing communication via telephone and email
  • Faxed paperwork, input doctor's orders, organized charts and reports; medical billing coding, ICD-9 coding, and thinning charts

Certified Nursing Assistant (CCU)

Grady Memorial Hospital
09.2010 - 08.2012
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment

Clinical Care Partner

UCLA Medical Center
08.2006 - 09.2010
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort
  • 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
  • Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing
  • Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity
  • Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge

Home Health Aide

Home Supportive Services, IHSS California
01.2000 - 07.2010
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor
  • Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks
  • Administered medication as directed by physician
  • Provided transportation and appointments management
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor

Education

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Pacific Travel Trade
Los Angeles, CA

Business

Los Angeles Southwest College
Los Angeles, CA

Skills

  • Orthostatic / manual vital signs
  • Blood Glucose Monitoring
  • Behavioral Health
  • Post Mortem Care
  • Foley Catheter / IV INT
  • Bladder Scan / Perform EKGs Admit / Discharge from cardiac monitor 1:1 sitter with documentation

Certification

  • BLS certified with American Heart Association. Certified Nurse Assistant. Colorado,Georgia,Maine,Massachusetts,Montana,Oklahoma, & West Virginia.

Healthcare Agencies

Aya Healthcare,Cross Country Healthcare,Medical Solution,Nursa,Shift Key

Timeline

Patient Registration Clerk

Kaiser Permanente (Labor Disruption Contract)
09.2023 - 10.2023

Travel CNA (Float Pool)

Central Maine Medical Center
05.2023 - 04.2024

Patient Care Technician (Med Surg)

Piedmont Macon North
11.2022 - Current

CNA (Local Traveler)

Shift Key
01.2020 - Current

Patient Care Technician (postpartum)

Northside Hospital
06.2018 - 03.2022

Medical Courier

Dash Courier
11.2016 - 07.2018

Patient Care Technician (Bariatric / Surgical)

Northside Hospital
08.2012 - 11.2016

Certified Nursing Assistant (CCU)

Grady Memorial Hospital
09.2010 - 08.2012

Clinical Care Partner

UCLA Medical Center
08.2006 - 09.2010

Home Health Aide

Home Supportive Services, IHSS California
01.2000 - 07.2010

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Pacific Travel Trade

Business

Los Angeles Southwest College
Aiyahna McNair