Jessica Garvey
East Aurora,NY
Summary
Compassionate medical assistant skilled in patient care, vital sign monitoring, and HIPAA compliance. Dedicated to ensuring safety and comfort while delivering exceptional support in clinical environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Nurse Medical Assistant
Oishei Children's Hospital of Kaleida Health
Buffalo, New York
08.2025 - Current
- Supported nursing staff by conducting vital sign checks, enhancing patient monitoring accuracy.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control practices.
- Ensured examination rooms were clean and stocked, promoting efficient patient flow.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations, safeguarding confidentiality of patient information.
Student Nurse Intern
Oishei Children's Hospital of Kaleida Health
Buffalo, New York
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Monitored vital signs and promptly reported changes to supervising nurse, contributing to timely patient care decisions.
- Participated in patient assessments and documented findings accurately.
- Prepared and assisted with medical procedures under registered nurses' supervision, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Supported nursing staff in delivering compassionate care to pediatric patients, enhancing patient comfort and emotional well-being.
- Assisted with transferring patients between beds, wheelchairs, stretchers and operating tables.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations within the unit.
Surgical Assistant
Michael J. Garvey, D.M.D.
Williamsville, New York
06.2015 - 08.2024
- Assisted in surgical procedures by preparing and sterilizing instruments, contributing to patient safety and procedure efficiency.
- Assisted in prepping operating room for surgery by sterilizing instruments and setting up equipment.
- Prepared patients for surgery by explaining procedures and calming anxieties.
- Administered post-operative wound care, including packing, dressing changes, and irrigation, to facilitate healing and minimize complications.
- Educated patients on post-operative care and coordinated follow-up appointments to enhance recovery and adherence to treatment plans.
- Maintained surgical equipment and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Communicated with professionalism and compassion when interacting with surgical team and patients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NY05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Fashion And Textile Technology
SUNY Buffalo State
Buffalo, NY05-2012
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital sign monitoring
- Emergency response
- Surgical assistance
- Equipment sterilization
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient family communication
- Compassionate communication
Timeline
Student Nurse Medical Assistant
Oishei Children's Hospital of Kaleida Health
08.2025 - Current
Student Nurse Intern
Oishei Children's Hospital of Kaleida Health
05.2025 - 07.2025
Surgical Assistant
Michael J. Garvey, D.M.D.
06.2015 - 08.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Erie Community College
Bachelor of Science - Fashion And Textile Technology
SUNY Buffalo State