Cassandre Coryell
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
New graduate registered nurse with 10 years of medical experience. Skilled at performing patient medical history screenings, assisting in surgical procedures, administering medications and providing chairside assistance for 2 ophthalmologists. Successful at managing a heavy patient caseload daily and communicating with patients. Extensive knowledge of complex eye diseases. Ready to start a career in the field of nursing.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Ophthalmic Technician/ Lead Scribe
Brimhall Eye Center
Las Vegas, NV
09.2014 - 06.2022
- Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans.
- Prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
- Triaged phone calls from patients and handled in order of importance.
- Assisted physician with laser procedures for vision correction
- Assisted in LASIK surgery, PRK, ICL, Ectropion repair, Blepharoplasty and Pterygium excision.
- Promoted positive and smooth patient flow throughout facility.
- Sterilized ophthalmic and surgical instruments
- Protected confidentiality of information related to patient care activities and EMS operations.
Medical Front Office Receptionist
Dr Nouhad Damaj
Las Vegas, NV
11.2011 - 09.2014
- Managed master calendar and scheduled appointments for providers based on optimal patient loads and clinician availability.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic and health history to keep information current.
- Completed patient referrals to other medical specialists, including lab and radiology orders
- Enhanced office productivity by handling high volume of callers per day.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV05.2022
Skills
- LASIK/PRK/Blepharoplasty/ Ectropion, Pterygium Surgery Assistance
- Suture Removal
- Accurate charting
- Medication Administration
- Clear Patient Communication
- Instrument Sterilization and sterile technique
- Emotional and Social Support
- Patient Education
References
- Brett Brimhall, M.D. -Email: DrBrimhall@brimhalleyecenter.com
- Roxy Guerrero, Office manager -Email: Roxy@Brimhalleyecenter.com (702-263-2020)
Timeline
Ophthalmic Technician/ Lead Scribe
Brimhall Eye Center
09.2014 - 06.2022
Medical Front Office Receptionist
Dr Nouhad Damaj
11.2011 - 09.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing Science
College of Southern Nevada