Brandy Peterson
Sarasota,FL
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with a proven track record at HCA Florida Blake Medical Center. Skilled in time management and infection control, I enhanced patient safety and streamlined operations. Recognized for building strong relationships and mentoring new staff, I am committed to excellence in healthcare environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead EVS Assistant
HCA Florida Blake Medical Center
Bradenton, FL
06.2021 - Current
- Enhanced workplace atmosphere by utilizing strong interpersonal skills and collaborative approach.
- Greeted guests warmly, reflecting professionalism and commitment to service excellence.
- Executed sanitation and disinfection protocols in patient rooms and common areas to uphold safety.
- Coordinated workload distribution among colleagues when manager was unavailable or occupied with tasks.
EVS Assistant
HCA Florida Blake Medical Center
Bradenton, FL
05.2019 - 11.2020
- Promoted a positive image of the facility through professional appearance, demeanor, and effective communication with patients, visitors, and staff members.
- Assisted with patient room turnover, ensuring timely availability of clean rooms for new admissions or transfers.
- Reduced infection rates by thoroughly disinfecting patient rooms, restrooms, and common areas according to established protocols.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively adjusting cleaning schedules based on urgent or unexpected needs within the facility.
- Supported efficient hospital operations by promptly responding to requests for assistance from nursing staff and other departments.
- Contributed to efficient waste management by properly disposing of hazardous materials, sharps containers, and medical waste according to regulations.
- Assisted with onboarding and training new EVS Aides, sharing best practices and serving as a mentor to help ensure their success in the role.
- Minimized cross-contamination risks by strictly following infection control policies when handling linens and transporting biohazardous waste.
- Washed down facility walls, floors, and doors regularly with cleaning solutions and sprayers.
- Prepared cleaning solutions and equipment in accordance with health and safety standards.
- Collected, sorted, and disposed of garbage and recycling from production work areas.
- Handled spills in work and common areas and used proper methods to clean and sanitize each material.
Correctional Officer
Lowell Correctional Institution
Lowell, Fl
10.2012 - 05.2019
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Monitored visitation sessions to ensure compliance with established guidelines and maintain facility security.
- Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
- Facilitated rehabilitation programs for inmates, promoting positive behavioral changes and reducing recidivism rates.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
- Reduced inmate altercations through proactive conflict resolution strategies.
- Maintained detailed records of inmate behavior and activity, contributing to facility security.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
Medical Records Clerk
Marion County Health Department
Ocala, FL
02.2008 - 10.2012
- Ensured HIPAA compliance by adhering to strict confidentiality guidelines when handling sensitive patient information.
- Maintained confidentiality of all medical records and sensitive information to comply with HIPAA regulations.
- Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state, and federal law.
- Maintained patient records systems by archiving, scaning and indexing important documents and files.
- Assisted in preparation of medical records to release to other medical facilities requesting for patient history and information.
- Reviewed charts and flagged incomplete or inaccurate information.
- Assisted with the transition to an electronic health record system, ensuring a seamless migration of patient data while maintaining strict confidentiality standards.
- Managed record retention schedules, ensuring legal compliance and efficient use of storage space.
- Updated patient records with new information to keep data current and accurate.
- Converted paper records to digital format, contributing to more efficient retrieval system.
- Organized storage of physical records, optimizing space utilization and accessibility.
- Transcribed and entered patient medical information into electronic medical records systems.
OPS Medical Records Clerk
Marion County Health Department
Ocala, FL
02.2007 - 02.2008
- Scanned medical records in digital format for easy retrieval and accessibility.
- Maintained patient confidence by keeping patient records information confidential.
- Printed and photocopied documents to provide patients with copies of medical records.
- Developed and maintained organized filing system for medical records to adhere to HIPAA regulations.
- Maintained patient records in compliance with security regulations.
- Ensured timely destruction of outdated records, maintaining compliance with retention policies.
- Assisted in transition to new electronic health record system, minimizing disruptions in access.
- Input data into computer programs and filing systems.
- Utilized electronic medical record systems to store, retrieve and process patient data.
- Scanned and uploaded medical records into electronic medical records system.
- Ensured HIPAA compliance by adhering to strict confidentiality guidelines when handling sensitive patient information.
- Assisted in preparation of medical records to release to other medical facilities requesting for patient history and information.
Education
Vanguard High School
Ocala, FL05.1998
Skills
- Fast learner
- Time management
- Computer skills
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving
- Workload management
- Task prioritization
- Decision-making
Timeline
Lead EVS Assistant
HCA Florida Blake Medical Center
06.2021 - Current
EVS Assistant
HCA Florida Blake Medical Center
05.2019 - 11.2020
Correctional Officer
Lowell Correctional Institution
10.2012 - 05.2019
Medical Records Clerk
Marion County Health Department
02.2008 - 10.2012
OPS Medical Records Clerk
Marion County Health Department
02.2007 - 02.2008
Vanguard High School