Kenya Nicholson
Shreveport,LA
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with background in medical assistance, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient care, medical record keeping, and clinical procedures. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient experiences and seamless support to healthcare teams. Certified Medical Assistant with background working in fast-paced healthcare environments. Demonstrated strengths include clinical procedures, patient education, and administrative tasks. Well-versed in medical terminology, electronic health records, and HIPAA regulations. Previous work has consistently resulted in improved patient care through effective communication and procedural efficiency. Dedicated and empathetic Medical Assistant offering experience in direct patient care and medical office management experience. Committed to obtaining highest level of patient satisfaction. Dedicated to complying with regulatory and practice standards. Cultivates trust and rapport with patients through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant OBGYN Women's Clinic
LSUS-Oschner Shreveport
Shreveport, LA
09.2024 - Current
- Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
- Administered medications under physician's supervision.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Collected urine samples from patients for drug screens or pregnancy tests when necessary.
- Provided support to physicians during consultations by recording patient histories accurately and documenting treatment plans accordingly.
- Administered injections under the direction of a physician or nurse practitioner.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
- Incorporated outside records into charts and EHR.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies ensuring adequate stock levels were maintained at all times.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Medical Assistant
Southern University At Shreveport
Shreveport, LASome College (No Degree) - Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Southern University At Shreveport
Shreveport, LASome College (No Degree) - Certified Nursing Assistant
Caddo Career Technology Center
Shreveport, LASkills
- Patient assessments
- HIPAA compliance
- Triage assessment
- Medical terminology
- Sample collection procedures
- Infection control
- Blood pressure measurement
- Vital sign monitoring
- Treatment setup
- Patient scheduling
- Healthcare procedures
- Colposcopy procedures
- Leep procedures
- Assistance with Nexplanon insertion/removal
- Assistance with IUD insertion/removal
- Assistance with endometrial biopsy procedures
- Operation of the whirlpool
- Operation of the Hoyer lift
Certification
- NHA Certified Medical Assistant
- NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- Certified Medical Assistant
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant OBGYN Women's Clinic
LSUS-Oschner Shreveport
09.2024 - Current
- NHA Certified Medical Assistant
- NHA Certified Phlebotomy Technician
- Certified Medical Assistant
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Medical Assistant
Southern University At Shreveport
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Phlebotomy Technician
Southern University At Shreveport
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Nursing Assistant
Caddo Career Technology Center
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