Irene Mayes
Gary,IN
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Assistant
Community Hospital
Munster, Indiana
05.2016 - Current
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Documented care actions by completing records and logs in medical software system.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Transported patients to treatment units and operating rooms by using wheelchairs, stretchers or moveable beds.
- Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
Clerk/Receptionist
Community Hospital
Munster, IN
02.2009 - Current
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Provided copies of diagnostic images on disc for continuity of care
- Managed and maintained quality assurance records and logs
Medical Assistant
Metabolic And Endocrine Care
Evergreen Park, IL
01.1996 - 06.2008
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thornton Township High School
Harvey, IL06.1983
Skills
- Professionalism and strong work ethic
- Teamwork and leadership
- Preceptorship
- Patient care
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Community Hospital
05.2016 - Current
Clerk/Receptionist
Community Hospital
02.2009 - Current
Medical Assistant
Metabolic And Endocrine Care
01.1996 - 06.2008
High School Diploma -
Thornton Township High School
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