Holly Underwood
Summary
Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over seven years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
06.2021 - Current
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Patient Care Technician
Indiana University Health
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Qualified Medication Aide
Magnolia Health- Especially Kidz Health & Rehab
03.2019 - 05.2020
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Took patient vital signs, height, and weight measurements and monitored glucose and patient wellbeing.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
Certified Nursing Assistant
CarDon Senior Living
11.2016 - 03.2019
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Education
Certification - Medical Assistant
St. Louis Community College
St. Louis, MO05.2023
Certification - Qualified Medication Aide
RESQ Health & Safety Training
Indianapolis, IN01.2019
Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN11.2016
High School Diploma -
Rushville Consolidated High School
Rushville06.2016
Skills
- Procedure Assistance
- Patient Flow Management
- Data Entry
- Inventory Management
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medical Office Administration
- Patient-Focused Care
Accomplishments
Employee of the month at the Center for Advanced Medicine, South County, in April of 2022.
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Barnes-Jewish Hospital
06.2021 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Indiana University Health
05.2020 - 05.2021
Qualified Medication Aide
Magnolia Health- Especially Kidz Health & Rehab
03.2019 - 05.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
CarDon Senior Living
11.2016 - 03.2019
Certification - Medical Assistant
St. Louis Community College
Certification - Qualified Medication Aide
RESQ Health & Safety Training
Certification - Certified Nursing Assistant
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
High School Diploma -
Rushville Consolidated High School
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