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Heather Murrell

Midlothian,VA

Summary

Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities, and a smooth bedside manner. Tracks and charts vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals, and boost outcomes.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Elderly Caregiver

Self-employeed
01.2023 - Current
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
  • Assisted clients with physical therapy exercises to maintain and improve strength, flexibility and balance.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Transported individuals to events, activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Assisted disabled clients in supporting their independence and well-being.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep the healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

Hospitality Payment Specialist

Paymerang
12.2020 - 12.2022
  • Identified, researched, and resolved billing variances to maintain system accuracy and currency.
  • Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
  • Oversaw bookkeeping and accounting systems and entered data into systems accurately.
  • Managed invoices for new materials and parts.
  • Used advanced software skills to produce high-quality documents, reports, and presentations.
  • Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
  • Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.

Private Elderly Caregiver

Self-employeed
09.2009 - 08.2018
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Transported individuals to events, activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Assisted disabled clients in supporting their independence and well-being.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep the healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Administered medications following prescribed instructions to alleviate symptoms and discomfort, monitoring client reactions.
  • Observed clients' health status to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
  • Assisted clients with physical therapy exercises to maintain and improve strength, flexibility, and balance.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationships.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care in private residences and facilities.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Supported the daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care, and personal grooming.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matters.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.

Education

No Degree - Nursing

Brightpoint Community College
Midlothian, Va.

No Degree - Mid-Management Retail & Marketing

Wabash Valley Community College
Mount Carmel, IL.

Diploma - LPVN

Bryant & Stratton College
Richmond, Va. United States
05.2024

High School Diploma -

Mount Carmel High School
Mount Carmel, IL.
05.1995

Skills

  • Diabetes Management
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Palliative Care
  • Medication Management
  • Physical Therapy Support
  • Oxygen Administration
  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Dementia Care
  • First Aid and Safety
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Clinical Quality Program Standards
  • Certified in CPR & AED, 2023
  • Proficient in medication dosage calculations
  • Proficient in the usage of glucometer
  • Proficient in head-to-toe physical assessments, vitals, and medication administration

Certification

CPR an AED, 2023

Timeline

Private Elderly Caregiver

Self-employeed
01.2023 - Current

Hospitality Payment Specialist

Paymerang
12.2020 - 12.2022

Private Elderly Caregiver

Self-employeed
09.2009 - 08.2018

No Degree - Nursing

Brightpoint Community College

No Degree - Mid-Management Retail & Marketing

Wabash Valley Community College

Diploma - LPVN

Bryant & Stratton College

High School Diploma -

Mount Carmel High School

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