KHADRA ABTIDON
Kent,WA
Summary
Experienced with patient assessments, medication administration, and care coordination. Utilizes clinical knowledge to support diverse medical teams and enhance patient outcomes. Knowledge of healthcare protocols and patient education ensures comprehensive and compassionate care.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Practical Licensed Nurse
Kline Galland Home, Seattle, WA
Seattle, WA
08.2024 - Current
- Medication administrations, Breathing treatments.
- Performed Skin assessment and treatments.
- Assess the patient for any changes in condition.
- Update Provider Orders.
- Assess surgical incision for any s/sx of infection.
- Clysis IV administration, IV Antibiotic.
- Wound care and surgical incision dressings changes.
- Use Point Click Care EHR
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies for residents.
- Administered patient care, monitoring vital signs and implementing prescribed treatment plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication adherence protocols.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and enhancing team competencies.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring compliance with health regulations and best practices.
Medical Assistant
SEATTLE CANCER CARE ALLIANCE, Seattle, WA
Seattle, WA
01.2019 - 07.2023
- Opened clinic, prepared and cleaned patient rooms, set up and checked rapid response carts, and organized patient chats before patient and provider arrivals.
- Performed EKGs, took the vitals, and prepared patients for the provider.
- Assisted with biopsies, cultures, performed COVID testing, and exams for patients in multiple subspecialties (Gyn, Derm, and Breast health).
- Assisted research providers by taking special vitals and information for their research participants.
- Use Epic EHR and Orca Systems
Medical Assistant
US HEALTHWORKS MEDICAL, Seattle, WA
Seattle, WA
08.2016 - 01.2018
- During this role, I helped assign patients to rooms, take patient vitals, perform physicals for DOTs, and collect blood via venipuncture.
- Performed EKGs on patients, performed urinalysis, did glucose testing, and performed drug testing.
- Assisted with minor procedures and collected cultures.
NA-C Certified Nursing Assistant
STAFFORD SUITES, Kent, WA
Kent, WA
12.2013 - 01.2017
- Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
- The RN delegated to me the administration of medications to patients as needed, including measuring blood sugar and blood pressure and administering insulin injections.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information.
- We measured the patient's vital signs, recording body temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate.
- Observed patient status and response changes and immediately communicated concerns to nursing staff.
MA- C Certified MEDICAL ASSISTANT
MOUNTAIN PARK HEALTH CENTER
04.2006 - 08.2010
- Responsible for opening the clinic, including cleaning patient rooms, setting up and checking rapid response carts, and organizing patient work before patient and provider arrivals.
- Performed EKGs, took the vitals, and prepared the early morning patients for the provider.
- Administered patient care procedures, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Assisted in electronic health record management, improving data accuracy and accessibility for medical staff.
- Coordinated patient appointments and follow-ups, enhancing overall patient satisfaction and clinic efficiency.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and preventive care measures, fostering better health outcomes.
- Streamlined office workflows through the implementation of new scheduling software, reducing appointment wait times.
- Mentored junior medical assistants, providing training on clinical procedures and patient interaction techniques.
- Led initiatives to improve patient check-in processes, contributing to increased operational efficiency within the clinic.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Green River Community College
Auburn, WA06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Green River Community College
Auburn, Washington, WA08-2027
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate care
- Healthcare technology
- Patient care
- Physical assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Catheter care
- Documenting intake
- Caregiving skills
- Wound care
- Patient assessments
Timeline
Practical Licensed Nurse
Kline Galland Home, Seattle, WA
08.2024 - Current
Medical Assistant
SEATTLE CANCER CARE ALLIANCE, Seattle, WA
01.2019 - 07.2023
Medical Assistant
US HEALTHWORKS MEDICAL, Seattle, WA
08.2016 - 01.2018
NA-C Certified Nursing Assistant
STAFFORD SUITES, Kent, WA
12.2013 - 01.2017
MA- C Certified MEDICAL ASSISTANT
MOUNTAIN PARK HEALTH CENTER
04.2006 - 08.2010
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Green River Community College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Green River Community College