Charmaine Waters
Saint Petersburg,FL
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional transitioned into a dedicated solopreneur, adeptly balancing motherhood to five children while successfully managing a thriving business. With over 28 years of experience as a certified nursing assistant, expertise includes providing compassionate care to elderly and vulnerable adults, including those who are bedridden, physically challenged, or memory-impaired. Known for a friendly demeanor and exceptional interpersonal communication skills, consistently fosters trust and rapport with clients and their families. Committed to tackling life's challenges with resilience and a caring approach, ensuring high-quality support in every interaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
John's Hopkins All Children's Hospital
501 6th Ave South St. Petersburg
03.2025 - Current
- Coordinated patient appointments and maintained scheduling efficiency.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and procedures.
- Managed electronic health records, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
- Supported clinical staff in administering medication and treatment protocols.
- 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.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Provided support during emergencies by administering first aid treatments under physician supervision until further assistance arrived.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to assist in diagnosis and treatment of conditions.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Collected and documented over 50 patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Developed educational materials for patients regarding treatment options and procedures.
Medical Assistant
Evera Health
14100 58th St North Clearwater, Fl 33760
03.2023 - 02.2025
- Streamlined patient intake processes to improve workflow efficiency.
- Orchestrated collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies.
- Developed and produced educational materials to improve patient comprehension of treatment options and procedures.
- Facilitated healthcare providers in executing over 50 patient examinations and procedures.
- Facilitated patient preparation for examinations and procedures.
- Streamlined patient appointment coordination and optimized scheduling efficiency.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Bay Pines VA Healthcare System
Saint Petersburg, FL
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Work closely with the nurse to Perform the Dr. orders welling Assist Veteran.
- Assist with dressing, feeding, bathing, light housekeeper
- Performed vitals, Blood pressure, ultrasound scan, MRSA, C diff, COVID-19 and wound
- Advanced nursing charting for facility with acute conditions.
- Answer calls from healthcare providers physician offices, clinics, hospitals.
- Adhered to HIPPA requirements and provide all confidentiality.
- Monitor ventilators
- Inform residents of pre-op / post-op instructions.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Orlando Health
Saint Petersburg, FL
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Work closely with the nurse to execute the Dr. orders bettering Assist Veteran
- Assist with dressing, feeding, bathing, light housekeeper
- Assist with vitals, Blood pressure, ultrasound scan, MRSA, C diff, COVID-19 and wound
- Answer calls from healthcare providers physician offices, clinics, hospitals.
- Skilled at multi-tasking and maintaining a strong attention to detail.
- Adhered to HIPPA requirements and manage all confidentiality.
- Monitor ventilators
- Communicate with residents of pre-op / post-op instructions.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Shore Acres Care Center
Saint Petersburg, FL
08.2021 - 08.2021
- Partnered with nursing staff to execute physician orders, improving veteran care delivery.
- Oversaw daily assistance for50 individuals with personal care activities including dressing, feeding, and bathing. Managed light housekeeping responsibilities to enhance individual comfort and well-being.
- Directed monitoring of vital signs and relayed significant changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Orchestrated daily living activities for patients, fostering independence and dignity in care.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to design and implement comprehensive patient care plans.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Westminster Suncoast Nursing Center
Saint Petersburg, FL
09.2019 - 07.2021
- Work closely with the nurse to manage the Dr. orders bettering Assist Veteran
- Assist with dressing, feeding, bathing, light housekeeper
- Assist with vitals, Blood pressure , ultrasound scan, MRSA, C diff, COVID-19 and wound
- Adhered to HIPPA requirements and maintained all confidentiality.
- Monitor ventilators
- Provide residents with information on pre-op / post-op instructions.
Education
Medical Assistance - Medical
SPC
St. Petersburg, FL09-2021
GED -
Christian Cornerstone Correspondent School
Townsend, GA02-2007
Skills
- Vital Signs
- Patient care
- Medical Office Experience
- HIPAA regulations adherence
- Reliable team player
- CPR
- Patient assessments
Certification
- CNA
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- BLS Certification
- State Tested Nursing Assistant
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Medical Assistant
John's Hopkins All Children's Hospital
03.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
Evera Health
03.2023 - 02.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Orlando Health
03.2022 - 05.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Bay Pines VA Healthcare System
09.2021 - 09.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Shore Acres Care Center
08.2021 - 08.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Westminster Suncoast Nursing Center
09.2019 - 07.2021
Medical Assistance - Medical
SPC
GED -
Christian Cornerstone Correspondent School
Additional Information
Home Health Aide Certification