Kam Bruski
Buckeye,AZ
Summary
Proven to enhance patient and student outcomes through compassionate caregiving and effective educational strategies, tenure at the State of Wyoming and Park County School District 1 showcases a commitment to excellence. Leveraging teamwork, patience, and a 98% accuracy rate in medical transcription, I excel in environments demanding confidentiality and emotional support. Dedicated candidate with extensive experience providing support to animals. Skilled in monitoring animal vitals and meeting task deadlines. Highly organized and works well in team environments. Multitasking Veterinarian Assistant willing to work any shift and offering great work ethic with excellent job attendance. Animal lover with over 40 years of experience with animals including birds, reptiles, cats, and dogs. Committed to learning new tasks and considered highly motivated employee.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Respite Provider
State of Wyoming
05.2017 - 07.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Supported clients through challenging moments by utilizing active listening skills coupled with empathy and understanding during times of distress or frustration.
- Adapted care plans based on evolving client needs or preferences, ensuring their continued well-being and satisfaction with services provided.
- Educated families on available community resources and supports designed to aid them in their caregiving journey.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of client functionality while adjusting intervention strategies accordingly for maximum effectiveness.
- Fostered a positive environment through engaging recreational activities suited to the interests of each client.
- Maintained detailed records of client interactions, monitoring changes in behavior or medical conditions over time.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with clients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Monitored client health and safety, reporting concerns to appropriate professionals promptly.
- Managed medication administration according to prescribed schedules while maintaining proper documentation for accuracy and accountability.
- Transported clients to appointments or outings as necessary, promoting socialization and integration within their communities.
- Enhanced family well-being by offering regular breaks and support services for primary caregivers.
- Delivered consistent communication with families regarding client progress, challenges, and achievements during respite care stays.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies that addressed the physical, emotional, and social needs of clients.
- Partnered closely with other respite providers to ensure continuity of care and seamless transitions between caregiving teams.
- Provided emotional support to clients and their families during difficult periods or transitions.
- Ensured a clean and safe living environment for clients by performing light housekeeping duties as needed.
- Improved client satisfaction by providing attentive, compassionate respite care services tailored to individual needs.
- Demonstrated professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions, upholding client privacy rights and maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct.
- Assisted residents with basic activities of daily living.
- Designed and implemented various activities to encourage socialization and aid residents in identifying potential.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
Substitute Teacher
Park County School District 1
01.2017 - 04.2022
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research-based teaching strategies for continuous improvement in practice.
- Provided feedback to students on assignments and tests, offering constructive advice for improvement.
- Contributed to positive school culture by participating in extracurricular activities and events.
- Maintained detailed records of student attendance, assignments, and progress for seamless transition back to regular teachers.
- Adapted quickly to different classroom settings and teaching assignments, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness.
- Integrated technology into lesson plans, increasing student interest and participation in subjects.
- Improved learning outcomes with tailored instruction for diverse student needs.
- Utilized variety of assessment tools to evaluate student progress and inform instruction adjustments.
- Fostered student curiosity and love for learning by presenting material in engaging and relatable ways.
- Developed and executed lesson plans to cover required curriculum effectively.
- Provided substitute teaching services across multiple grade levels and subjects, maintaining educational continuity in absence of regular teachers.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay current with educational best practices and pedagogical innovations.
- Assisted in organizing and supervising school field trips, enhancing learning through real-world experiences.
- Enhanced student engagement by implementing interactive teaching methods.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to share resources and strategies, enhancing overall teaching quality.
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate virtual learning environments, ensuring continuous education during remote periods.
- Fostered positive classroom environment, managing student behavior and promoting respect.
- Supported implementation of school-wide initiatives aimed at improving academic achievement and student well-being.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
- Assisted in development of individualized education plans for students requiring additional support, contributing to their academic success.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Researched and selected age-appropriate materials and resources for classroom instruction.
- Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study by following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
Medical Transcriptionist
Transform
05.2004 - 01.2017
- Corrected grammar, spelling, and syntax mistakes in medical records.
- Accurately documented medical dictation to record patient care records.
- Maintained high levels of confidentiality with sensitive patient information following HIPAA guidelines.
- Enhanced accuracy of medical records by transcribing detailed physician dictations.
- Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
- Reduced errors in medical reports by reviewing, editing, and proofreading transcripts for clarity and consistency.
- Improved turnaround time for report generation by efficiently managing transcription tasks.
- Demonstrated excellent skills to understand diverse accents and dialects.
- Conducted thorough research on unfamiliar terms or phrases during the transcription process which contributed to accurate and comprehensive medical reports.
- Applied medical terminology related to provider-specific treatments and techniques.
- Attended training associated with role to improve skills and boost speed.
- Supported quality assurance efforts by collaborating with the QA team on reviews and implementing feedback for continuous improvement.
- Transcribed and edited physician reports from dictation using Dragon.
- Reviewed documentation for compliance with requirements and accuracy of information.
- Referred to variety of medical sources to prevent mistakes in medical terms.
- Maintained compliance with legal and medical requirements, internal protocols and oversight committee standards.
- Recorded information using word processing, dictation and transcription software and equipment.
- Ensured consistent formatting across all documents, adhering to established templates and style guides for report presentation.
- Maintained 98% accuracy rate for spelling and content.
- Provided exceptional service to healthcare providers by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues related to transcribed reports.
- Actively participated in ongoing training sessions and seminars, honing skills while staying informed about current best practices within the field of Medical Transcriptionist professionals.
- Contributed to a professional work environment by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining open communication with supervisors and colleagues.
- Developed expertise in various specialty areas, adapting transcription style to cater to specific medical disciplines.
- Maintained security and privacy of records to protect patients and providers.
- Identified and rectified inconsistencies, deficiencies and discrepancies in medical documentation.
- Translated medical jargon into correct terminology.
- Increased efficiency through mastery of transcription software tools, optimizing their use for maximum productivity.
- Demonstrated adaptability when faced with changes in workload or assignments, ensuring seamless transitions between projects.
- Expedited urgent document requests, ensuring prompt delivery of critical information to healthcare providers.
- Served as a reliable resource for new team members, offering guidance on best practices in medical transcription processes.
- Streamlined communication with healthcare professionals by promptly providing clarifications on transcribed reports, leading to improved patient care.
- Stayed up-to-date with medical terminology and industry trends to maintain accuracy in transcriptions.
- Performed qualitative analysis of records for accuracy, internal consistency and correlation of recorded data.
- Improved report turnaround times with efficient transcription of patient encounters and medical procedures.
- Supported research efforts, accurately transcribed interviews and focus group discussions for medical studies.
- Ensured accurate medical records by transcribing audio recordings of medical professionals, contributing to high-quality patient care.
- Reduced transcription backlog, prioritized urgent reports for immediate attention.
- Contributed to patient safety, meticulously transcribed complex medical terminology and treatment plans.
- Increased departmental efficiency by implementing new transcription software, reducing transcription errors significantly.
- Enhanced data privacy, adhered to HIPAA guidelines during transcription and transfer of medical records.
- Enhanced team productivity by sharing transcription best practices and shortcuts with new team members.
- Reduced errors in medical records by conducting thorough reviews and corrections of transcriptions before submission.
- Edited drafts created from speech recognition software.
- Transcribed sensitive documents with complete confidentiality.
- Communicated with healthcare providers to clarify information and resolve issues.
- Expertly transcribed medical reports for variety of physicians in hospital setting.
- Utilized templates and macros to streamline transcription processes.
- Produced and delivered transcripts within anticipated timeframes to meet tight deadlines.
- Reviewed and edited transcripts to verify and provide accurate and complete information.
- Maintained accurate and complete medical records to comply with regulations and standards.
- Responded to inquiries regarding transcripts to provide information and resolve issues.
- Troubleshot and resolved technical issues to maintain productivity and quality of work.
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Clinic of Montana
01.1994 - 03.1996
- Positioned animals for diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and scans.
- Assisted in the administration of medications, vaccinations, and treatments as prescribed by the veterinarian.
- Enhanced patient care by assisting veterinarians with examinations, surgeries, and diagnostic procedures.
- Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
- Provided compassionate care for animals during treatment and recovery from illnesses or injuries.
- Ensured accuracy of medical records by diligently documenting all relevant information for each patient visit.
- Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
- Improved client relations through effective communication and education on pet health needs.
- Provided customer support to clients, answering questions and addressing concerns.
- Contributed to a clean and safe environment by maintaining surgical instruments, equipment, and facilities.
- Managed kennel duties responsibly ensuring cleanliness comfort safety nutrition hydration exercise monitoring recovering boarding animals.
- Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
- Supported veterinary team in diagnostic imaging procedures such as radiographs and ultrasounds for accurate diagnoses.
- Implemented proper sterilization procedures to maintain a sanitary work environment and prevent cross-contamination risks.
- Contributed teamwork flexibility adaptability willingness learn new skills support colleagues achieve practice goals objectives.
- Reduced stress for patients with calming techniques during exams and procedures, creating a positive experience.
- Assisted in emergency situations effectively providing first aid or life-saving measures under veterinarian supervision.
- Assisted with euthanasia procedures in humanely and compassionately to minimize suffering.
- Groomed and bathed animals to maintain hygiene and appearance.
- Improved animal recovery rates with meticulous monitoring of vital signs and administering medications as prescribed.
- Maintained medical records and documentation accurately, recording patient histories and treatment plans.
- Prepared animals for surgery, including pre-operative care and post-operative monitoring.
- Assisted veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and procedures, ensuring smooth operation of the veterinary clinic.
- Fostered compassionate atmosphere for animals and pet owners, easing anxiety and building trust.
- Reduced stress for animals undergoing treatment, employing gentle handling techniques and creating calm environment.
- Maintained clean and hygienic clinic environment, reducing risk of cross-contamination and ensuring safety of all animals.
- Restrained animals for examination and treatment.
- Administered injections, oral medications and topically applied medications prescribed by veterinarian.
- Assisted in examination and treatment of animals in veterinary clinic.
- Followed safety protocols for handling animals.
- Maintained clean and safe animal living areas.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained kennels, operating rooms, and surgical equipment.
- Monitored vital signs and provided nursing care for animals.
- Observed animals for signs of distress or illness.
- Assisted veterinarians with euthanasia of animals.
- Prepared and administered diets and feedings according to instructions.
- Cleaned, sterilized and maintained surgical instruments and equipment.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Science Education
Northwest College
Powell, WYSkills
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Patience and Tolerance
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Safety awareness
- Social interaction
- Positive Reinforcement
- Emotional Support
- Goal Setting and Tracking
- Disability Rights Advocacy
- Confidentiality adherence
- Activity Planning
- Hygiene maintenance
- Boundary Setting
- Behavioral analysis
- Developmental disabilities knowledge
- Self-Care Encouragement
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Fingerprint Clearance Card - Wyoming Department of Public Safety.
Timeline
Respite Provider
State of Wyoming
05.2017 - 07.2024
Substitute Teacher
Park County School District 1
01.2017 - 04.2022
Medical Transcriptionist
Transform
05.2004 - 01.2017
Veterinary Assistant
Animal Clinic of Montana
01.1994 - 03.1996
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Fingerprint Clearance Card - Wyoming Department of Public Safety.
Some College (No Degree) - Science Education
Northwest College
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