Binta Bah
Laurel,MD
Summary
Proactive Unit Secretary with six years of healthcare experience. Frequently commended for a proactive and patient-focused attitude. Eager to bring superior performance and a strong work ethic to help achieve team goals. Meticulous administrative professional, bringing demonstrated success in managing nurse station operations, including processing lab testing orders, monitoring medication inventory, and collaborating with management to foster efficiency. I am used to transcribing physicians' orders and liaising with healthcare professionals to deliver superior care. Effective Unit Secretary with superior expertise in patient privacy protocols and nursing unit operations. Well-versed in incoming call management and patient database updates demonstrated over six years of related experience. Methodical Unit Secretary eager to apply six years of success in administrative roles. Well-versed in managing nursing station calls, appointments and paperwork with efficiency and quality. Hardworking and eager to assist with meeting team objectives in a dynamic healthcare environment. Effective Unit Secretary with superior expertise in patient privacy protocols and nursing unit operations. Well-versed in incoming call management and patient database updates demonstrated over six years of related experience. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. A reliable employee seeking unit secretary position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Residences At Vantage Point
Columbia , MD
2007.07 - Current
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- 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.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Unit Secretary
Bridgepoint Hospital Capitol Hill
Washington , DC
2004.05 - 2016.02
- Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
- Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
- Maintained rapport with physicians, nurse,s and other healthcare personnel.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Provided information for patient admissions and discharges to foster timely processing.
- Enhanced office productivity by handling high volume of callers per day.
- Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
- Monitored inventory levels and advised management of need for replenishment.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions and direct calls to staff.
- Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
Education
No Degree - Nursing Student
Prince George's Community College
Upper Marlboro, MDHigh School Diploma -
Annie Walsh Memorial Secondary School
Sierra Leone09.1994
Skills
- Vital Signs Collection
- Feeding Assistance
- Emotional and Social Support
- Surgical Preparation
- Caregiver Relations
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Observation Documentation
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Fluid Measurement
- Nutrition and Diet
- Bedsore Prevention
- Electronic Recordkeeping
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Transporting Patients
- Promoting Healthy Habits
- Responding to Emergencies
- Respiratory Equipment Training
- Recording Vital Signs
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Universal Precautions
- Observing Responses
- Performing Patient Intakes
- Oral Hygiene
- Monitoring Fluids
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- CNA Certification
- Bathing and Dressing
- First Aid Certification
- Assisting with Daily Living
- Quality Patient Care
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Patient Feeding
- Intercultural Competence
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Biohazard Disposal
- Bed Making and Linen Changes
- Patient Safety Management
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- Certificate: Basic Life Support
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
Residences At Vantage Point
2007.07 - Current
Unit Secretary
Bridgepoint Hospital Capitol Hill
2004.05 - 2016.02
No Degree - Nursing Student
Prince George's Community College
High School Diploma -
Annie Walsh Memorial Secondary School
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- Certificate: Basic Life Support
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