Ishalika Cambre
Aurora,USA
Summary
Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient-care and charting skills gained through twenty two years of experience as a CNA. Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. BLS and CPR certified.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCT,Unit Secretary
Craig Hospital
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring timely completion of tasks and improved patient satisfaction.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
- Maintained a clean, organized work environment for optimal efficiency in the delivery of patient care services.
- Supported hospital compliance efforts by adhering to privacy policies and HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
- Assisted with the training and onboarding of new unit secretaries, sharing expertise and best practices to ensure their success in the role.
- Coordinated communication between medical staff and patients'' families, keeping everyone informed on treatment plans and progress updates.
- Consistently met deadlines for completing administrative tasks while managing competing priorities during high-pressure situations on the unit floor.
- Managed inventory levels of office supplies, ensuring adequate stock was available at all times for efficient unit operations.
- Enhanced office productivity by handling high volume of callers per day.
- Scheduled appointments and maintained department master calendar to facilitate efficient patient flow.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing medical records and promptly scheduling appointments.
- Transcribed doctors' medication orders, lab test requests, and care plans.
- Ensured accuracy of medical documentation by meticulously transcribing physician orders and verifying information with nursing staff as needed.
- Processed lab paperwork and requests according to physicians' orders.
- Expedited patient admissions process by gathering essential data from patients upon arrival and accurately entering it into electronic health records systems.
- Facilitated smooth discharge processes for patients, providing necessary documentation and instructions for follow-up care as directed by physicians or nurses.
CNA
Snap Nurse
06.2021 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Kindred Hospital Denver South
02.2023 - 11.2024
- Assisted in training new telemetry monitor technicians, sharing expertise and knowledge to help develop competent and confident staff members.
- Improved workflow efficiency by maintaining up-to-date documentation on monitored patients, including rhythm strips and vital signs.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when analyzing cardiac patterns for subtle yet significant changes that could indicate potential complications or emergencies.
- Maintained strict adherence to hospital policies and procedures related to confidentiality, infection control, and safety protocols during daily activities.
- Assisted nurses in providing quality patient care through accurate interpretation of cardiac rhythms and timely communication of changes.
- Enhanced patient safety by continuously monitoring telemetry equipment and promptly reporting any abnormalities.
- Exhibited proficiency in utilizing various telemetry systems and software programs, adapting quickly to new technologies as needed to maintain high-quality patient monitoring services.
- Collaborated with physicians to implement appropriate interventions based on real-time telemetry data, contributing to improved patient outcomes.
- Streamlined the admission process for telemetry patients by quickly setting up monitoring equipment and accurately inputting data into the electronic health record system.
Lead Patient Care Technician
The Medical Center of Aurora
03.2022 - 10.2024
- Contributed to a supportive environment for patients, addressing their emotional needs and providing comfort.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols and completing necessary documentation.
- Reduced wait times for patients by efficiently prioritizing tasks and utilizing time management skills.
- Promoted a culture of safety by advocating for patient rights and consistently adhering to established guidelines and regulations.
- Assisted in performing diagnostic procedures, ensuring accuracy of results while minimizing discomfort for patients.
- Mentored new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices for improved performance across the team.
- Provided quality care to diverse patient populations, adapting techniques based on individual needs and cultural considerations.
- Supported seamless transitions between shifts by providing thorough handovers of pertinent patient information to incoming staff members.
- Improved patient outcomes by closely monitoring vital signs and reporting any changes to the medical team.
- Triaged emergency situations effectively under pressure, initiating appropriate interventions until medical help arrived.
Medical Unit Secretary and CNA
St. Anthony's
01.2021 - 07.2023
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly, efficiently prioritizing tasks during peak hours or emergencies within the unit.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective collaboration with nurses, doctors, and other hospital staff members.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing efficient administrative support and timely communication to medical staff.
- Managed inventory of office supplies to maintain an organized and well-stocked workspace for the entire team.
- Assisted in training new Medical Unit Secretaries, sharing organizational knowledge and best practices for efficient operations.
- Answered phone calls and messages for Number-physician Type medical facility, scheduling appointments, and handling patient inquiries.
- Prepared and processed patient referrals and transfer requests.
- Organized and maintained patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff.
- Managed office logistics by scheduling appointments, maintaining files and collecting payments.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
- Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
- Coordinated referrals through insurance and other medical specialists and documented details in patient charts.
- Managed office bookkeeping with insurance billing and patient payments.
- Received and routed laboratory results to correct clinical staff members.
Administrative Assistant
National Staffing Solutions
04.2018 - 05.2022
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
- Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
- Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
Wound Care Technician, Unit Secretary
Ochsner Medical Center
05.2011 - 05.2018
- Educated patients on proper at-home wound care techniques, significantly reducing readmission rates.
- Adhered to strict safety guidelines when disposing of biohazardous materials, protecting both staff members and patients from potential health risks.
- Conducted thorough assessments of new wounds, accurately identifying underlying causes and appropriate treatment options.
- Reduced the risk of infection through meticulous cleaning and debridement of wounds.
- Assisted physicians in complex wound care procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Mentored junior technicians in proper wound care techniques and protocols, fostering a supportive learning environment for professional growth.
- Attended wound care education programs to gain knowledge on most recent techniques and procedures available.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Consistently met deadlines for completing administrative tasks while managing competing priorities during high-pressure situations on the unit floor.
- Managed inventory levels of office supplies, ensuring adequate stock was available at all times for efficient unit operations.
- Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
- Enhanced office productivity by handling high volume of callers per day.
- Scheduled appointments and maintained department master calendar to facilitate efficient patient flow.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Transcribed doctors' medication orders, lab test requests, and care plans.
Education
CNA -
Nursing Assistant Network Association
Phlebotomy - Phlebotomy
Stick It Phelebotomy
Laplace, LA01.2031
Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
NPCE
Denver, CO03.2025
Skills
- Medical Office Experience
- Caregiving
- Patient Care
- EMR Systems
- Hospital Experience
- Specimen collection
- Dementia Care
- Epic
- CNA
- Medical Records
- Vital Signs
- Phlebotomy
- Critical Care Experience
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Venipuncture
- Triage
- Desktop technical support
- Hardware installation
- Network maintenance
- Network troubleshooting
- Operating system management
- Server maintenance
Certification
- Phlebotomy, 01/01/21 to Present
- First Aid Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), 05/01/02 to 01/01/20
- CPR
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
PCT,Unit Secretary
Craig Hospital
11.2024 - Current
Telemetry Monitor Technician
Kindred Hospital Denver South
02.2023 - 11.2024
Lead Patient Care Technician
The Medical Center of Aurora
03.2022 - 10.2024
CNA
Snap Nurse
06.2021 - Current
Medical Unit Secretary and CNA
St. Anthony's
01.2021 - 07.2023
Administrative Assistant
National Staffing Solutions
04.2018 - 05.2022
Wound Care Technician, Unit Secretary
Ochsner Medical Center
05.2011 - 05.2018
CNA -
Nursing Assistant Network Association
Phlebotomy - Phlebotomy
Stick It Phelebotomy
Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
NPCE
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