Katherine Presley
MAYSVILLE,Georgia
Summary
Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 16 years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in EMR, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills. Detail-oriented and knowledgeable skilled at completing patient-facing by applying strong multitasking and organizational abilities. Independent worker with extensive medical experience and fastidious nature dedicated to optimal patient care. Certified respiratory professional trained to assess, diagnose and treat patients with breathing challenges. Patient problem-solver with excellent communication skills and practiced expertise at connecting with patients and earning trust. Works well with full medical team and excels at teaching patients and team members how to administer respiratory treatments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Northeast Georgia Diagnostic Clinic
Gainesville, GA
04.2014 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
- Prepared patients for X-rays, electrocardiograms, suture removal and dressing changes.
- Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
- Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville, GA03.2023
Certificate - Certified Medical Assisitant
Lanier Technical College
Oakwood, GA01.2006
Skills
- Wound Care
- Respiratory Equipment Setup
- Spirometer Reading
- Tracheotomy Equipment
- Suture Removal
- Artificial Respiration
- Tracheostomy Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Blood and Tissue Collection
- Pulse Oximetry
- Operating EKG Equipment
- Injection Administration
- Injury Treatment
- Flu Vaccinations
- Vitals Collection and Documentation
- Performing EKGs
- Respiratory Failure
- Metered Dose Inhalers
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Endotracheal Intubation
- Airway Management
- Endotracheal Tubes
- Arterial Punctures
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant
Northeast Georgia Diagnostic Clinic
04.2014 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Respiratory Therapy
Gwinnett Technical College
Certificate - Certified Medical Assisitant
Lanier Technical College