Carmella Burks
Harrison,TN
Summary
Experienced and certified Nursing Assistant with a proven track record of providing exceptional patient care in various medical settings. Strong observational skills and effective evaluation of patient needs. Known for establishing lasting patient relationships to deliver top-notch care and education. Skilled in Administrative Medical Assistance, Electronic Health Record Specialist, and Clinical Medical Assistance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
CHI Memorial Hospital
2024.07 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes and reporting to nursing staff promptly.
- Prepared and maintained patient rooms for admissions, discharges, and transfers, ensuring readiness and comfort.
- Maintained Blood glucose levels
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Specailist in Pain Management
2023.01 - 2024.04
- Managed electronic health records, enhancing accessibility and accuracy of patient information.
- Educated patients on medication usage and treatment plans, promoting adherence to care guidelines.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
Unit Secretary/CNA
Standifer
2020.08 - 2022.04
- Assist patient with activities of daily living
- Answer patient's call lights quickly and effectively
- Scheduling
- Escort patients at doctor appointments
- Scanned important patient documents into computer
- Managed incoming calls and directed them to appropriate department
- Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs
- Maintained rapport with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare personnel
CNA
STANDIFER PLACE
2019.04 - 2020.07
- Assist with activities of daily living
- Charting bowel movements and urine output
- Answer call lights quickly and effectively
- Evaluated behavioral concerns and medical symptoms
- Measure patient vital signs
Resident Assistant
Elmcroft | Eclipse Senior Living
2018.08 - 2019.03
- Answer call lights quickly and effectively
- Assist with resident's daily needs
- Assist residents in preparing for activity and social programs
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep the care team updated
Resident Assistant
Morning Pointe Senior Living
2016.01 - 2018.08
- Assist with activities of daily living
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care
- Assist residents in preparing for activity and social programs
Education
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
WE R CPR LLC
09.2024
CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
National Healthcareer Association
02.2023
CEHRS - Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist
National Healthcareer Association
12.2022
Med. Asst. Course Completion Certificate - Medical Assisting
Academy of Allied Health Career
11.2022
CMAA - Certified Medical Administrative Assistant
National Healthcareer Association
10.2022
MAA /EHR Course Completion Certificate - Medical Administrative Assistant / EHR
Academy of Allied Health Careers
09.2022
Naloxone Certification
Tennessee Department of Health
08.2022
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
NHC Healthcare
04.2019
High School Diploma - General Studies
Howard High School of Technology
05.2012
Skills
- Operating EKG Equipment
- Updating charts
- EMR Systems
- EHR Systems
- Phlebotomy
- Ultrasound Setup
- ADLs Assistance
- Blood glucose testing
- Clinical training
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical terminology
Education
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Timeline
Patient Care Technician
CHI Memorial Hospital
2024.07 - Current
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Specailist in Pain Management
2023.01 - 2024.04
Unit Secretary/CNA
Standifer
2020.08 - 2022.04
CNA
STANDIFER PLACE
2019.04 - 2020.07
Resident Assistant
Elmcroft | Eclipse Senior Living
2018.08 - 2019.03
Resident Assistant
Morning Pointe Senior Living
2016.01 - 2018.08
CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
National Healthcareer Association
CEHRS - Certified Electronic Health Records Specialist
National Healthcareer Association
Med. Asst. Course Completion Certificate - Medical Assisting
Academy of Allied Health Career
CMAA - Certified Medical Administrative Assistant
National Healthcareer Association
MAA /EHR Course Completion Certificate - Medical Administrative Assistant / EHR
Academy of Allied Health Careers
Naloxone Certification
Tennessee Department of Health
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
NHC Healthcare
High School Diploma - General Studies
Howard High School of Technology
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
WE R CPR LLC