CANDY L. MURRAY KEY
Taylor
Summary
Dedicated Home Health Care Worker with extensive experience at Private Care, excelling in vital sign monitoring and compassionate caregiving. Proven ability to enhance patient safety through thorough assessments and effective care planning. Skilled in medication administration and fostering positive behaviors, ensuring optimal health outcomes for clients with diverse needs. Compassionate Home Health Care Worker with experience in assisting elderly and disabled patients. Skilled in managing care plans, administering medication, and performing light housekeeping duties. Demonstrated strengths include excellent communication, patience, and the ability to maintain patient dignity. Previous studies have consistently yielded improved patient comfort and well-being. Compassionate professional focused on helping clients maintain personal hygiene and assisting with activities of daily living. Skilled in preparing meals, maintaining organized living spaces, and documenting behaviors. Committed to emotional and social support to promote overall wellness.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Care Worker
Private Care
Taylor
03.2011 - Current
- Performed light housekeeping tasks, including laundry and cleaning.
- Conducted home safety assessments to identify potential hazards or areas that need improvement.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, and respiration rate.
- Provided transportation services for medical appointments or errands.
- Contributed to the development of patient-centered goals for short-term and long-term care plans.
- Assisted with meal preparation and ensured proper nutrition was maintained.
- Administered medications and monitored the health status of clients.
- Observed infection control protocols while performing duties in the home environment.
Special Need Assistant
Taylor I.S.D. Transportation
Taylor
08.1999 - 05.2008
- Supported parents in understanding their child's disability and advocating for appropriate services at home or within the community.
- Encouraged positive behaviors through reward systems, while also addressing any inappropriate behaviors promptly.
- Facilitated communication between family members and school personnel regarding the student's progress.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to improve learning outcomes for students with disabilities.
- Provided one-on-one and group support for students with special needs.
- Escorted students to the restroom, cafeteria, outside to the playground, and on field trips.
Certified Medical Assistant
John's Community Hospital
Taylor
12.1995 - 05.2001
- Obtained insurance authorizations for prescribed medications or treatments for patients in need of financial assistance programs.
- Maintained cleanliness in examination rooms by stocking supplies and disposing of used materials properly.
- Ensured that all equipment was functioning correctly before use during patient examinations or treatments.
- Maintained patient confidentiality by HIPAA regulations.
- Provided support to physicians during consultations by recording patient histories accurately and documenting treatment plans accordingly.
- Assisted with scheduling patient appointments and follow-up visits.
- Performed administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phones, and filing paperwork.
- Answered patient calls promptly and directed inquiries to the appropriate department when needed.
- Assisted physicians and nurses with patient exams, including taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and updating medical records. vcv
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Assessed, documented, and monitored vital signs for patients within anoutpatient setting.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Ultimate Medical Academy
Clearwater, FL12-2016
Associate of Science - Medical Administrative Assistant/ Associate of Sci
Ultimate Medical Academy
Clearwater, FL10-2016
Diploma-Medical Administrative Assistant
Ultimate Medical Academy
Clearwater, FL07-2016
Diploma- Medical Billing And Coding
Ultimate Medical Academy
Clearwater, FL10-2012
Skills
- Vital sign monitoring
- Medication administration
- Home safety assessment
- Meal preparation
- Patient care planning
- Infection control
- Patient transportation
- Caregiver coordination
- Behavior management
- Health status monitoring
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Behavioral support
- Cultural sensitivity
- Fall prevention
- Compassionate caregiving
- Continuing education
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Housekeeping tasks
- Nutrition management
- Dementia care
- Medical equipment operation
- Vital signs monitoring
- Mobility support
- Transportation assistance
- Physical therapy support
- Spiritual support and companionship
- Behavior redirection
- Respiratory care
- Personal care services
- Documentation
- Dementia support
- Catheter care assistance
- Client documentation
- Bedside care
- Pain management
- Progress documentation
- Medical terminology and equipment
- Recording vital signs
- Ambulation assistance
- Feeding assistance
- Exercise program support
- Home safety assessments
- Toileting assistance
- Patient care
- Nutritional meal preparation
- Care plan management
- Client safety and first aid
- Medication organization
- Schedule management
- Housekeeping
- Dressing assistance
- Compassionate client care
- Medical charting
- Wound care
- State regulations
- First aid and safety
- ADL support
Timeline
Home Health Care Worker
Private Care
03.2011 - Current
Special Need Assistant
Taylor I.S.D. Transportation
08.1999 - 05.2008
Certified Medical Assistant
John's Community Hospital
12.1995 - 05.2001
Associate of Science - Medical Billing And Coding
Ultimate Medical Academy
Associate of Science - Medical Administrative Assistant/ Associate of Sci
Ultimate Medical Academy
Diploma-Medical Administrative Assistant
Ultimate Medical Academy
Diploma- Medical Billing And Coding
Ultimate Medical Academy
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