Debra Hicks
Crittenden,KY
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with background in emergency and critical care. Skilled in fast-paced environments, prioritizing patient needs and delivering high-quality care. Strong communication abilities ensure effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Improved patient satisfaction through attentive service and advocacy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Medical Assistant
Heart & Vascular Institute
Edgewood, KY
10.2016 - Current
- Performed patient assessments, including vital signs and medical history documentation.
- Assisted physicians in exams, treatments, and procedures.
- Prepared laboratory specimens for analysis and organized lab results.
- Provided instruction to patients on medication usage and treatment plans.
- Maintained clinical records according to HIPAA regulations.
- Greeted patients upon arrival at the office and managed scheduling of appointments.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
Nursing Student
Beckfield College
Edgewood, KY
06.2022 - 03.2025
- Performed patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including wound care, medication administration, and other treatments.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical records system.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices within clinical setting.
- Partnered with registered nurses to perform specified patient care activities.
- Assisted with the preparation of laboratory specimens for testing.
Registered Medical Assistant
Beacon Orthopaedics
Erlanger, KY
03.2011 - 10.2016
- Performed patient assessments, including vital signs and medical history documentation.
- Assisted physicians in exams, treatments, and procedures.
- Administered injections under direct supervision of a physician or nurse practitioner.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing according to accepted standards.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Beckfield College
Florence, KY03-2025
CNA
St Elizabeth
Florence, KY06-2021
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Beckfield College
Florence, KY04-2011
Skills
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Medical Records Management
- Clinical applications
- HIPAA Compliance
- Insurance Verification
- First-aid and CPR
- Immunization Administration
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Care Coordination
- Infection control procedures
Timeline
Nursing Student
Beckfield College
06.2022 - 03.2025
Registered Medical Assistant
Heart & Vascular Institute
10.2016 - Current
Registered Medical Assistant
Beacon Orthopaedics
03.2011 - 10.2016
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Beckfield College
CNA
St Elizabeth
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Beckfield College
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