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Brandy Ratliff

Grenada,MS

Summary

Certified and experienced phlebotomist in blood collection, sample preparation, and specimen transport. Proven track record of providing accurate and exceptional services, while maintaining the highest standards of patient care. Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A passion for helping others and am always committed to providing quality patient and client care.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Transport Driver

Oxford Treatment Center
01.2019 - Current
  • Provide transportation to Oxford Treatment Center residents/staff.
  • Operate vehicles on an assigned route to transport residents/staff to and from designated locations and related activities, in a safe and timely manner.
  • Schedule maintenance as needed.

Personal Care Attendant/AT-Home Personal Care Attendant/Elderly Caregiver

Self Employed
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Cared for individuals and families during periods of incapacitation, family disruption, or convalescence, while providing companionship, personal care, and assistance with adjusting to new lifestyles.
  • Performed housekeeping duties and ran errands, while also advising clients about positive lifestyle issues.
  • Planned, shopped for, and prepared nutritious meals; while simultaneously transporting clients to physician offices.
  • Provided clients with communication assistance and documented client's correspondence.
  • Recorded and reported changes in the client’s physical condition, behavior or appearance to Supervisor and/or Case Coordinator and documented services delivered in accordance with contractor policies and procedures.

Personal Care Attendant/AT-Home Personal Care Attendant/Caregiver Attendant

Home Instead
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Adhered to and administered physician-directed medication.
  • Participated in case reviews. Consulted with the team for client care, to evaluate the client's needs and planned for continued services.
  • Planned, shopped for, and prepared nutritious meals; while simultaneously transporting clients to physician offices.
  • Provided clients with communication assistance and documented client's correspondence.
  • Recorded and reported changes in the client’s physical condition, behavior or appearance to Supervisor and/or Case Coordinator and documented services delivered in accordance with contractor policies and procedures.

Patient Caregiver/Private Care

Self Employed
01.2012 - 12.2014
  • Provided personal care services based on the specific needs of clients.
  • Provided daily care, support, and instructions for clients' families about nutrition wellness and medicine, while completing other tasks such as, emptying bedpans, changing soiled bed linens and caring for disoriented patients.
  • Utilized effective communication skills to interact with clients in understanding their nonverbal and verbal body language and the ability to respond properly to emergency or crisis situations.
  • Provided clients with communication assistance and documented client's correspondence.
  • Recorded and reported changes in the client’s physical condition, behavior or appearance to Supervisor and/or Case Coordinator and documented services delivered in accordance with contractor policies and procedures.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Science

University of Phoenix
01.2013

General Equivalency Diploma - GED

Christian School
Birmingham, AL
01.2010

Skills

  • Specimen Collection
  • Data Entry
  • Leadership Skills
  • Technical Competence
  • Operations Management Skills
  • Detail Oriented
  • Organizational Skills
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Patient Transport Driver

Oxford Treatment Center
01.2019 - Current

Personal Care Attendant/AT-Home Personal Care Attendant/Elderly Caregiver

Self Employed
01.2018 - 01.2019

Personal Care Attendant/AT-Home Personal Care Attendant/Caregiver Attendant

Home Instead
01.2015 - 01.2018

Patient Caregiver/Private Care

Self Employed
01.2012 - 12.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Science

University of Phoenix

General Equivalency Diploma - GED

Christian School
Brandy Ratliff