Deidre Barnes
Hyattsville,MD
Summary
An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
Chevy Chase, MD
10.2022 - Current
- Managed patient records, including medical history and test results.
- Assisted in the preparation of patients for examinations and treatments.
- Administered injections, prescribed medications, and monitored vital signs.
- Performed laboratory procedures such as urinalysis, hematology, and microbiology tests.
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to improve organizational workflow.
- Collected specimens from patients for lab testing.
- Provided education to patients on health topics and preventive care measures.
- Maintained inventory of supplies used in clinical setting.
- Answered phones and responded to inquiries from patients or family members.
- Assisted in scheduling appointments for patients in a timely manner.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Maintained an organized filing system of paper documents and electronic files.
- Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
- Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed callers to the appropriate personnel.
Patient Care Technician
Children’s National Medical Center
Washington, DC
01.2016 - 09.2022
- Provided direct patient care, including bathing, feeding, and monitoring vital signs.
- Monitored patients for changes in condition and reported any changes to the physician or nurse.
- Collected co-pays and insurance data, applying full and proper payment to patient accounts.
- Cooperated with Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance providers to resolve billing issues.
- Assisted nursing staff in providing age-appropriate care to pediatric patients.
- Assisted in preparing rooms for examination procedures such as cleaning equipment between exams.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving pediatric patients.
- Interacted with families to ensure their understanding of treatment plans and instructions.
- Actively participated in continuing education programs that focused on developing skills related to pediatric care technicians duties.
- Provided comfort measures when needed such as positioning a child correctly during an exam or holding a child's hand during a procedure.
- Performed basic clerical duties such as filing documents, entering data into the computer system, photocopying forms and documents.
Rehabilitation Technician
National Rehab Hospital
Washington, DC
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Assisted physical therapists with patient treatments and exercises.
- Instructed patients on how to use assistive devices such as wheelchairs, crutches, walkers, and canes.
- Maintained records of patient progress in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, temperature, respiration rate, and oxygen saturation levels.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or other mobility device.
- Performed cleaning duties for the treatment area including disinfecting equipment after each use.
- Administered therapeutic modalities such as hot and cold packs, electrical stimulation, ultrasound, paraffin baths and traction.
- Educated family members about care plans for post-discharge home care instructions.
- Monitored and assisted both occupational and physical therapists during treatments.
- Instructed caregivers in basic nursing skills such as wound care management or medication administration.
Patient Care Technician
Holy Cross Hospital
Silver Spring, MD
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or strher as needed.
- Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
- Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.
- Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
Nursing Aide
Right At Home Agency
Bowie, MD
01.2014 - 10.2014
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Maintained a clean environment by changing bed linens, cleaning rooms and stocking supplies.
- Provided emotional support for patients by listening to concerns and answering questions.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elderly World
Landover, MD
05.2012 - 09.2013
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
- Transported patients to treatment units, using wheelchair or strher.
- Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
- Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO10-2026
Nurse’s Aide Program -
Fomen Nursing Assistant Academy
11.2012
High School Diploma -
Dr. Henry A Wise High School
06.2009
Skills
- Medical software applications
- Medical Coding
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- EKG
- Vaccination Administration
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Office Applications
- Patient Scheduling
- Venipuncture
- IV Insertion
- Providing customer support
- Complaint resolution
- Data Entry
- CRM software proficiency
Certification
- CPR Certified
- CNA License
Timeline
Clinical Assistant
Kaiser Permanente
10.2022 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Children’s National Medical Center
01.2016 - 09.2022
Rehabilitation Technician
National Rehab Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2016
Patient Care Technician
Holy Cross Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2015
Nursing Aide
Right At Home Agency
01.2014 - 10.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Elderly World
05.2012 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Colorado Technical University
Nurse’s Aide Program -
Fomen Nursing Assistant Academy
High School Diploma -
Dr. Henry A Wise High School