Angela Kirby
Whitleyville,TN
Summary
Dynamic Care Partner with extensive experience at Vanderbilt Wilson County, excelling in patient documentation and medication coordination. Proven ability to enhance patient well-being through compassionate support and effective communication. Strong organizational skills and a commitment to ethical care ensure high-quality service delivery in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Partner
Vanderbilt Wilson County
Lebanon, TN
09.2022 - Current
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly patients.
- Assisted in daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Administered medications according to physician instructions and documented use accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns for review by medical staff.
- Supported family members in understanding the needs of the patient and provided education regarding health conditions when needed.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to implement care plans for residents.
- Trained new staff on care protocols and safety procedures consistently.
- Facilitated communication between residents, families, and healthcare providers regularly.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss resident care strategies and improvements.
- Respected the rights of clients by maintaining confidentiality of all information related to their personal lives.
- Collaborated with other team members to ensure quality care was delivered consistently across shifts.
- Performed basic clerical tasks such as answering phones, filing documents or scheduling appointments.
- Stayed current on community-based resources and services useful to patients.
- Verified documentation methodically to avoid critical errors impacting care delivery and payments for services.
- Screened patients for eligibility for state, local and federal assistance programs.
- Obtained informed consent and payment documentation from patients and filed in system.
- Verified patients' insurance and payment methods during admissions or check-in processes.
- Received patient inquiries or complaints and directed to appropriate medical staff members.
Manager
Highway 25 Antiques and Outlet
Carthage, TN
11.1994 - 11.2020
- Family owned and operated business. Accounts payable and receivable. All book keeping, inventory management, tax preparation and filing, payroll. Any and all office duties.
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
Care Partner, Phlebotomy
Riverview Regional Hospital
Carthage, TN
08.2009 - 08.2012
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly patients.
- Assisted in daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any changes to medical staff.
- Engaged in recreational activities with patients including reading, playing board games and watching movies.
- Transported patients to appointments or outings with wheelchair assistance.
- Administered medications according to physician instructions and documented use accordingly.
Loan Officer, Office Manager
Main Street Loans
Carthage, TN
11.1998 - 11.2008
- Developed and maintained relationships with potential customers to increase loan business.
- Reviewed credit histories, income statements, and other financial information of loan applicants.
- Counseled clients on debt management and repayment plans.
- Analyzed financial data to determine the feasibility of granting loans.
- Verified accuracy of loan documents prior to approval.
- Approved or denied loan applications based on established guidelines.
Education
Medical Assistant -
MedVance Institute
Cookeville, TN06.2006
High School Diploma -
Gordonsville High School
Gordonsville, TN05.1995
Skills
- Medical terminology
- End-of-life care
- Behavioral management
- Personal care assistance
- Healthcare documentation
- First aid and CPR
- Medication coordination
- Case management
- Dementia care
- Behavior redirection
- Patient documentation
- Progress documentation
- Medical record-keeping
- Multitasking and organization
- Strong ethics
- Social interaction
- State regulations
- Documentation
Timeline
Care Partner
Vanderbilt Wilson County
09.2022 - Current
Care Partner, Phlebotomy
Riverview Regional Hospital
08.2009 - 08.2012
Loan Officer, Office Manager
Main Street Loans
11.1998 - 11.2008
Manager
Highway 25 Antiques and Outlet
11.1994 - 11.2020
Medical Assistant -
MedVance Institute
High School Diploma -
Gordonsville High School
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