Denise Vaag-Nicholson
Bellevue
Summary
Dedicated Clinical Support Assistant skilled in multitasking, vital signs monitoring, and team collaboration. Committed to optimizing patient care plans and ensuring compliance with health regulations.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Support Assistant
Hillcrest Health Care and Rehabilitation Center
02.2003 - 04.2026
- Supported clinical staff in patient care activities and documentation processes.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care plans and treatment protocols.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and best practices for patient support.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow efficiency in clinical support operations.
- Led initiatives to ensure compliance with health regulations and quality standards.
- Assisted with the admission, transfer, and discharge of patients, ensuring a smooth process for all parties involved.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant -
Omaha College of Health Careers
Omaha, NESkills
- Multitasking proficiency
- Vital signs monitoring
- Basic life support certification
- Team collaboration
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
- Maintained 23 years of longevity at one company.
Certification
- Licensed Phlebotomist - 1985 to current
- Certified Radiological Technician - 1990 to current
- 2 Physical Education credits away from Associates of Arts Degree in Accounting - 1978 - 1980 [abdominal surgery prevented completion]
Timeline
Clinical Support Assistant
Hillcrest Health Care and Rehabilitation Center
02.2003 - 04.2026
Certified Medical Assistant -
Omaha College of Health Careers