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Katie Odom

Brewton,AL

Summary

Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 20+ years of experience in fast-paced settings. Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Assistant

MMS Life LLC
06.2021 - Current
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
  • Maintained inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for all procedures and treatments.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
  • Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.

Charge/ICU Staff Nurse

Providence Hospital
07.2015 - 04.2018
  • Monitored patients respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
  • Oversees and provides direct nursing evaluation and/or other related care and consultation to patients as required.
  • Led daily nursing rounds to assess patient progress and address any concerns.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Delivered outstanding patient care in surgical critical care units.
  • Collaborated with case managers and social workers to facilitate timely discharges from the Surgical ICU, ensuring appropriate follow-up care arrangements were in place for each patient.

ICU Charge Nurse

DW McMillan Hospital
06.2000 - 05.2015
  • Mentored and trained new nurses, ensuring they were well-prepared to provide high-quality care in critical situations.
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols in the ICU.
  • Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
  • Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
  • Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
  • Managed staffing assignments for each shift based on patient acuity levels, ensuring adequate coverage for all areas of the ICU.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Jefferson Davis Community College
Brewton, AL
05.2000

High School Diploma -

W.S. Neal High School
Brewton, AL
05.1996

Skills

  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Patient Scheduling
  • Customer Service
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Data Entry
  • Problem-Solving

Timeline

Medical Assistant

MMS Life LLC
06.2021 - Current

Charge/ICU Staff Nurse

Providence Hospital
07.2015 - 04.2018

ICU Charge Nurse

DW McMillan Hospital
06.2000 - 05.2015

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Jefferson Davis Community College

High School Diploma -

W.S. Neal High School

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