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, CABusiness
Los Angeles Southwest College
Los Angeles, CASkills
- 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
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