Carmen Lopez
New Haven,CT
Summary
Experienced with healthcare procedures and patient assistance. Utilizes strong organizational skills to maintain efficient office operations and support patient care. Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical protocols ensures smooth coordination and effective patient communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Guilford House
Guilford, CT
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities to enhance patient comfort.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in patient conditions to ensure timely interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Trained and mentored new nursing assistants on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
Chiropractic Assistant
New Haven Chiropractic Group
New Haven, CT
02.2020 - Current
- Assisted patients with check-in and check-out procedures, ensuring smooth clinic operations.
- Scheduled appointments and managed patient flow to optimize office efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of treatment areas, supporting hygienic practices.
- Provided educational materials to patients regarding treatment plans and wellness practices.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health record systems for seamless communication.
- Answered phones to respond to customer questions, provide information and schedule appointments.
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations, protecting sensitive patient information and upholding confidentiality standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School
15938 US HWY 17 GA 31331Certified Chiropractic Assistant
Online Continuing Ed Llc
Wallingford, CT01-2020
Certified Phlebtomy
Harboview School Of Phlebotomy
West Haven, CT01-2018
Basic Business Core Skills
Eli Whitney Tech School
Hamden, CT01-2004
High School Diploma - Certified Nurse Aide
Eli Whitney Tech School
Hamden, CT01-1994
Skills
- Patient care
- Patient feeding
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- Telephone etiquette
- Appointment scheduling
- Medical terminology
- Electronic health records handling
- Phone etiquette maintenance
- Charting
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- Certified Chiropractic Assistant, New Haven Chiropractic Group - 5yrs
- Certified Basic Business Core Skills (2004)
- Certified Phlebotomy (2018)
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Guilford House
04.2024 - Current
Chiropractic Assistant
New Haven Chiropractic Group
02.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School
Certified Chiropractic Assistant
Online Continuing Ed Llc
Certified Phlebtomy
Harboview School Of Phlebotomy
Basic Business Core Skills
Eli Whitney Tech School
High School Diploma - Certified Nurse Aide
Eli Whitney Tech School