ALEXANDRIA ROCHE

• Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
• Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
• Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
• Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
• Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
• Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
• Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
• Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
• Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
• Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
• Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
• Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
• Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
• Measured patient pulse oximetry.
• Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
• Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.

• 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.
• Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
• Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
• Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
• Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
• Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.
• Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
• Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
• Helped patients maintain healthy skin by checking wounds, assessing integrity, and bathing bedbound individuals.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
• Used principles of growth and development to provide age-specific treatment and care.
• Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
• Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
• Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
• Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
• Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
• Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
• Supported needs of geriatric psychiatric patients 65+ residents under short-term care.
• Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
• Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
• Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
• Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.

• Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
• 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.
• Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
• Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
• Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
• Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
• Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
• Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
• Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
• Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
• Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
• Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
• Educated patients and families on proper care and treatment to facilitate successful home care.
• Applied oxygen via nasal cannula, simple masks and nebulizer masks under direction of nurse in charge.
• Provide clients with communication assistance, typing their correspondence or obtaining information for them.
• Transport clients to locations outside the home, such as to physicians' offices or on outings, using a motor vehicle.
• Plan, shop for, or prepare nutritious meals or assist families in planning, shopping for, or preparing nutritious meals.
• Care for individuals or families during periods of incapacitation, family disruption, or convalescence, providing companionship, personal care, or help in adjusting to new lifestyles.
• Perform housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes or dishes, or running errands
• Actively communicated with patients in a way they are able to understand and respond too
• Companionship

Completion of Baystate Health MA Program Spring Semester 2022

Participated in a dual enrollment program- Attended Ludlow High School daily along with a vocational school in which I focused on Nursing Assisting

This program allowed me to graduate high school at 18 with my diploma and as a Certified Nursing Assistant.