Jennifer Fisher
Fallon,NV
Summary
Dedicated to providing every patient with top-notch service and support through high-quality care and efficient management of unit documentation. Collaborative and team-oriented with healthcare staff to effectively contribute to patient needs. Detail-oriented and methodical in tracking changing conditions, collecting biological samples and ambulating patients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Assistant
Banner Churchill Community Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Medical Assistant
Fallon Family Medicine
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Use an aseptic technique to clean surfaces and surgical equipment in correlation to CDC guidelines
- Interviewed patients and documented History
- Provide clear instructions about medications, procedures, and physician's instructions
- Manage and maintain medical records to secure patients' confidential data
- Utilize ICD 10 and CPT coding to label and complete lab requisitions and billing
- Administer various tests related to CLIA, COVID, Strep, urinalysis, and drug screening
- Knowledgeable in VFC and private vaccines and administration
- Provided support to physicians in the management of minor surgeries
- Optimized workflows and coordinated patient population outcomes improvement by contributing to team meetings
- Assisted physicians During Covid 19 in administering testing, treatment, and Vaccines.
Medical Assistant
Narag Fallon Family Clinic
03.2018 - 11.2022
- Use an aseptic technique to clean surfaces and surgical equipment in correlation to CDC guidelines
- Interviewed patients and documented History
- Provide clear instructions about medications, procedures, and physician's instructions
- Manage and maintain medical records to secure patients' confidential data
- Utilize ICD 10 and CPT coding to label and complete lab requisitions and billing
- Administer various tests related to CLIA, COVID, Strep, urinalysis, and drug screening
- Knowledgeable in VFC and private vaccines and administration
- Provided support to physicians in the management of minor surgeries
- Optimized workflows and coordinated patient population outcomes improvement by contributing to team meetings
- Assisted physicians During Covid 19 in administering testing, treatment, and Vaccines.
Medical Assistant
Banner Churchill Community Hospital
01.2018 - 03.2018
- Use an aseptic technique to clean surfaces and surgical equipment in correlation to CDC guidelines
- Conduct a comprehensive medical interview to collect medical history, chief complaint, and vital signs
- Identify and resolve patient medication problems in cooperation with local pharmacies
- Utilize ICD 10 and CPT coding to label and complete lab requisitions and billing
- Administer various tests related to CLIA, COVID, Strep, urinalysis, and drug screening.
Home Health Aide
Consumer Direct
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Established and maintained a clean, healthy, and safe environment throughout homes
- Administered insulin, checked glucose levels, and monitored vital signs
- Tracked expiration dates on drugs and supplies to ensure the safe use of healthy goods
- Assisted in enemas, catheter care, patient transfer, bathing, and wheelchair and automobile arrangements
- Supported many patients in increasing their independence.
Education
Medical Assistant -
Milan Institute
Reno, NVCertified Nursing Assistant -
Western Nevada College
Associate degree in nursing -
Western Nevada Community College
Fallon, NV04.2024
Skills
- Medical Activity Support
- Patient Care & Satisfaction
- Health Record Maintenance
- Appointment Scheduling
- Documentation & Reporting
- Medical Billing & Coding
- Physician Coordination
- Equipment Sterilization
- Vaccination administration
- Safety & Quality Control
- Critical Problem Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Catheter Care
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Seizure Precautions
- Specimen Collection
- Room preparation
Certification
- Registered Medical Assistant, 10/05/17
- Certified Nursing Assistant, 12/12/22
Personal Information
Title: CNA, CMA
Timeline
Patient Care Assistant
Banner Churchill Community Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Fallon Family Medicine
11.2022 - 08.2023
Medical Assistant
Narag Fallon Family Clinic
03.2018 - 11.2022
Medical Assistant
Banner Churchill Community Hospital
01.2018 - 03.2018
Home Health Aide
Consumer Direct
01.2015 - 01.2018
Medical Assistant -
Milan Institute
Certified Nursing Assistant -
Western Nevada College
Associate degree in nursing -
Western Nevada Community College
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