Highly motivated and committed Healthcare professional offering over 25 years of experience with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic procedures and medication administration.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. CMA/RMA
Carle Health
11.2019 - Current
Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing medical records, vitals, and assessments for daily work loads of over 200 patients.
Assisted physicians in providing quality care by accurately performing clinical tasks, such as taking vital signs and administering medications.
Increased clinic efficiency by maintaining organized inventory of medical supplies and placing timely orders as needed.
Provided valuable assistance during medical examinations, ensuring proper equipment setup and sterilization procedures were followed.
Assisted in maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements through timely completion of continuing education courses and staying informed on industry best practices.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Assisted physicians with in office medical procedures
CNA
Home Hospice/Acute Care/Skilled Nursing Facilities
05.1998 - 10.2019
Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
Implemented effective care strategies while managing patient loads of 20 to 30 in memory care.
Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Offered end of life care for hospice patients and their families.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Parkland College
Champaign, IL
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
National Healthcare Association
United States
2019
CNA I And CNA II - Nursing Assistant
Bloomington Area Vocation School
Bloomington, IL
1998
Skills
EMR Systems
Charting and Reconciling Expertise
Suture Removal
Direct Patient Care
Sterile Procedures and Techniques
Assisting with Physical Exams
Complex Problem-Solving
Medical Histories, Vital Statistics, Assessments
First Aid
OB/GYN Procedures
Electrocardiography
Accomplishments
UPC Committee Chairperson and Co-Chairperson for the Obstetrics and Gynecology department at Carle Health. We conducted productive meetings reviewing department policies and tasks to better patient experience.
Certified preceptor for Carle Health. I oversee the evaluating and teaching of the incoming employees.
Certified Religious Support Person. Religious support for patients, family members, and visitors of the hospital.
Senior CMA/RMA status.
Teacher of Carle Health's "All About Baby-Siblings" class. I instruct a class that teaches older siblings how to be loving, safe, and helpful to their new baby sibling and their parents.
Volunteer
Medical First Responder Volunteer for the Special Olympics Organization of Illinois. I perform basic medical aid for the Olympians during competitions.
Camp Facilitator at Carle Health's Hospice "Camp Healing Heart". I facilitate a group of grieving children at a day long camp where we teach the children coping exercises and provide a safe place for them to express grief.
Hospice Volunteer at Carle Health. I provide companionship and support to hospice patients and their families.
CASA volunteer. I am a court appointed special advocate for foster children. I perform house and school visits to determine if the child is thriving in their environment and I report back to the judge and lawyers.
Timeline
Sr. CMA/RMA
Carle Health
11.2019 - Current
CNA
Home Hospice/Acute Care/Skilled Nursing Facilities