BRENDA BLANCAS
Woodstock,GA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Resident
Grady Memorial Hospital
02.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Enhanced communication between the healthcare team and patients, ensuring timely interventions and improved treatment plans.
- Promoted patient safety by diligently following infection control protocols and consistently performing thorough hand hygiene.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, adhering to medication administration guidelines and preventing adverse drug events.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions between units or facilities by effectively communicating pertinent information to the receiving healthcare team members.
- Managed challenging behaviors of patients with psychiatric diagnoses through de-escalation techniques and therapeutic communication strategies.
- Implemented evidence-based practice initiatives to improve overall quality of nursing care within the unit or facility.
- Acted as a patient advocate by voicing concerns and collaborating with the healthcare team to develop appropriate interventions.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Patient Care Associate
Children's Healthcare Of Atlanta
03.2021 - 09.2023
- Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Assisted nurses in administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and recording medical histories for accurate patient records.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment through strict adherence to infection control protocols and regular room sanitation.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families, fostering trust and strong relationships throughout the care process.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by communicating pertinent patient information during detailed handoff reports.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information following HIPAA guidelines while discussing cases with healthcare professionals or family members involved in the treatment plan.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted with patient transfers and ambulation.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Medical Assistant
Sibley Heart Center Cardiology
01.2013 - 06.2017
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Medical Assistant
Children's Healthcare Of Atlanta Urgent Care
01.2013 - 06.2017
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Interpreted conversations simultaneously to help both parties conduct business, handle medical needs or manage personal concerns.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Robert Morris University - Illinois
Chicago, IL11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Atlanta, GA12.2022
Skills
- Compassion and Empathy
- Health Promotion
- Quality Improvement
- Clinical Judgment
- Infection Control
- Effective Communication
- Electronic Health Records
- Patient Education
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Critical Thinking
- Organizational Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Patient Assessment
- Pain Management
- Vitals Monitoring
- Heartsaver CPR AED (CPR AED)
- Monitoring Vital Signs
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Nurse Resident
Grady Memorial Hospital
02.2023 - Current
Patient Care Associate
Children's Healthcare Of Atlanta
03.2021 - 09.2023
Medical Assistant
Sibley Heart Center Cardiology
01.2013 - 06.2017
Medical Assistant
Children's Healthcare Of Atlanta Urgent Care
01.2013 - 06.2017
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Robert Morris University - Illinois
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
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