Brianna Word
Ocala ,FL
Summary
Hardworking CNA/MEDICAL ASSISTANT competent in both clinical and office support. Trains new staff to handle rigors of healthcare work and required protocols. Manages high patient volumes by keeping records updated, supplies stocked and schedules well-coordinated. Skilled in assisting with procedures and triaging patients. Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment. Dedicated Lead Medical Assistant equipped to manage patient, administrative and team needs with organized approach and good prioritization skills. Keeps team members on-track with close monitoring and motivational strategies. Handles patients' needs with friendly, knowledgeable approach while effectively meeting demands of busy offices and maintaining compliance with important standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA Clerk
UF Health Shands
Ocala, FL
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for
- patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Assist with getting patients dressed and to the car after surgery
- Assist with getting vitals
Medical Assistant
Heart Of Florida Health Centers
Ocala, FL
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- 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.
Lead Medical Assistant
Children's Health Of Ocala
Ocala
04.2021 - 04.2024
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Triaged incoming calls for provider to determine callers' needs for immediate appointments or scheduled visits.
- Precepted newly hired medical assistants to train each on office procedures and important tasks.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with clinical procedures following safe practices.
- Audited samples and refrigerated medications to verify freshness and remove any expired packages.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Protected patients and staff from infection risks by routinely cleaning and disinfecting common areas and patient rooms.
- Documented patient information in EMR and prepared paperwork for medical staff.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Life Care Center Of Ocala
Ocala, FL
12.2018 - 01.2021
- Assisted patients with mobility by providing physical support and pushing wheelchairs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
Nurse Technician
Ocala Regional Medical Center
Ocala
10.2018 - 01.2021
- Provided activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, ambulating, turning and positioning patients.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Assisted patients with mobility by providing physical support and pushing wheelchairs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Aided patients with personal hygiene by giving baths, dressing and assisting in feeding.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Palm Garden Of Ocala
Ocala
01.2015 - 11.2017
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Triaged incoming calls for provider to determine callers' needs for immediate appointments or scheduled visits.
- Precepted newly hired medical assistants to train each on office procedures and important tasks.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with clinical procedures following safe practices.
- Audited samples and refrigerated medications to verify freshness and remove any expired packages.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Protected patients and staff from infection risks by routinely cleaning and disinfecting common areas and patient rooms.
- Documented patient information in EMR and prepared paperwork for medical staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Marion High School
Citra, FL06.2010
Skills
- Feeding Assistance Expertise
- Recording Vital Signs
- Lab Equipment Operation
- Stocking Supplies
- Performing EKGs
- Electronic Medical Record
- Charting Expertise
- Treatment Monitoring
- Emptying Catheter Bags
- Communicating with Patient Families
- Restocking Lab Supplies
- Patient Assessments
- Direct Patient Care
- Sterile Processing
- Pulse Oximetry
- Phlebotomy
- Patient Feeding
- EMR Systems
- Patient Skin and Nail Care
Timeline
PCA Clerk
UF Health Shands
06.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
Heart Of Florida Health Centers
04.2023 - 06.2024
Lead Medical Assistant
Children's Health Of Ocala
04.2021 - 04.2024
Certified Nursing Assistant
Life Care Center Of Ocala
12.2018 - 01.2021
Nurse Technician
Ocala Regional Medical Center
10.2018 - 01.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Palm Garden Of Ocala
01.2015 - 11.2017
High School Diploma -
North Marion High School