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Kimyada Young

Chicago,IL

Summary

Highly motivated and committed Healthcare Worker with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Assistant

University Of Illinois At Chicago
05.2023 - Current
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
  • Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient inpatient stay.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Perform bladder scans when needed.
  • Answer patient call lights.
  • Turning and repositioning bedridden patients
  • Recording patients food and liquid intake.
  • Assist patients with daily leisure time activities.


Unit Clerk/C.N.A/ Mental Health Tech

Oak Park Oasis
09.2021 - 04.2023
  • Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as grooming, meal preparation, or mobility when necessary.
  • Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to help clients manage mental health difficulties.
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
  • Escorted patients from unit to meals, activities, and visitation areas to maintain standard of safety and security.
  • Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
  • Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
  • Provided therapeutic activities to assist with patient development.
  • Participated in patient education, helping to reinforce concepts and treatment plans.
  • Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
  • Organized recreational activities to assist in patient recovery.
  • Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior.
  • Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.
  • Charted on each patient daily.
  • Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
  • Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising physician.
  • Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
  • Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Food Service Manager/Housekeeping

Proviso Area For Exceptional Children
08.2020 - 09.2021
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures in areas such as labor management, portion control, and energy usage to maximize profit margins.
  • Inspected preparation and storage equipment regularly to assess and maintain performance for cost-effective, safe operations.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Managed budgetary constraints effectively, allocating funds appropriately across various departments based on prioritized needs assessment.
  • Tracked food production levels, meal counts, and supply costs.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
  • Ensured high standards of cleanliness and sanitation with regular inspections and staff training.
  • Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing effective ordering procedures.
  • Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
  • Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Wrapping, date labeling and storing food items.


Unit Clerk/CNA/Restorative Aide/Food Service Worke

Timothy Park Place
02.2013 - 08.2020
  • Managed unit resources effectively, ensuring optimal utilization of equipment and supplies.
  • Completed daily charge reconciliation to keep billing current and accurate.
  • Arranged discharges and patient transportations.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, supporting infection control measures within the healthcare facility.
  • Facilitated timely transfer of patients within the facility by coordinating bed assignments and communicating with appropriate departments.
  • Handled incoming calls professionally, providing relevant information or transferring inquiries as needed to maintain efficient communication channels within the unit.
  • Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
  • Prepared admissions charts and scanned records.
  • Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, improving overall quality of service provided to patients.
  • Documented updates to patient information in medical charts while maintaining HIPAA compliance protecting confidentiality of records.
  • Provided excellent customer service while responsibly managing sensitive patient data in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
  • Placed new supply orders, managed inventory and restocked clerical spaces.
  • Expedited communication between healthcare professionals, resulting in better coordination of care for patients.
  • Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
  • Prepared and processed patient referrals and transfer requests.
  • Answered unit calls and took messages for healthcare staff to maximize team productivity.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Aided in the training of new hires by sharing knowledge and best practices acquired from years of experience.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Wrapping, date labeling, and storing food items.
  • Cleaning and organizing work areas, equipment, utensils and service stations.

Personal Assistant

Department Of Human Services
04.2010 - 02.2013
  • Assisted with clients or patients with daily activities by helping with bathing, grooming, dressing and meal preparation.
  • Take patients vitals
  • Monitor patient blood pressure.
  • Documenting patient's health issues and reports to nurse.
  • Provide personal care.
  • Completed household tasks by assisting with laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping.
  • Facilitated transportation to and from appointments.
  • Provided assistance with medication management.

Unit Clerk/ Restorative Aide

Berwyn Rehabilitation
03.2008 - 04.2010
  • Answered unit calls and took messages for healthcare staff to maximize team productivity.
  • Frequently double-checked patient histories and current information while scheduling follow-ups and other appointments.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Arranged discharges and patient transportations.
  • Provided clerical support, addressing routine, and special requirements.
  • Documented updates to patient information in medical charts while maintaining HIPAA compliance protecting confidentiality of records.
  • Monitored and communicated patient dietary plans to carry out physician orders and prevent errors.
  • Charted vital signs and added telemetry strips to charts.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Performed routine clinical duties such as taking vital signs or administering medication under nursing supervision when required.
  • Monitored patient progress and reported changes to supervising therapists, maintaining effective communication among team members.
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Communicated with physicians to provide updates on patient care.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

Unit Clerk/Psych Technician

Elmwood Care Center
06.2005 - 03.2008
  • Prepared and processed patient referrals and transfer requests.
  • Provided excellent customer service while responsibly managing sensitive patient data in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
  • Coordinated schedules for medical staff, optimizing workflow efficiency within the unit.
  • Arranged discharges and patient transportations.
  • Answered unit calls and took messages for healthcare staff to maximize team productivity.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, supporting infection control measures within the healthcare facility.
  • Charted vital signs and added telemetry strips to charts.
  • Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, improving overall quality of service provided to patients.
  • Listen to patient's concerns, observe their behavior, and record their condition.
  • Report changes in patient health or behavior to medical staff.
  • Lead patients in therapeutic and recreational activities.
  • Help patients with daily living activities, including eating and bathing.
  • Restrain patients who are or may become physically violent

Unit Clerk/ CNA

Pavillion Of Forest Park
10.2003 - 06.2005

• Provide personal care. Turning or repositioning bedridden patients.
• Answering patients calls lights.
• Documenting patient’s health issues and reporting to nurses.
• Cleaning beds and linens.
• Helping with medical problems.
• Feeding patients, measuring and recording their food and liquid take.
• Performing resident skin assessments, obtaining treatment orders, administering treatments as ordered, and documenting appropriately to help ensure that the resident skin integrity is improved and or maintained.

  • Assist patient with daily leisure time activites

Unit Clerk/CNA/Psych Technician

Skokie Meadows Nursing Center
01.2001 - 10.2003

• Assist patients with daily leisure time activities.
• Provide personal care. Turning or repositioning bedridden patients.
• Answering patients calls lights.
• Documenting patient’s health issues and reporting to nurses.
• Helping with medical problems.
• Feeding patients, measuring and recording their food and liquid take.
• Performing resident skin assessments, obtaining treatment orders, administering treatments as ordered, and documenting appropriately to help ensure that the resident skin integrity is improved and or maintained.

  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, supporting infection control measures within the healthcare facility.
  • Documented updates to patient information in medical charts while maintaining HIPAA compliance protecting confidentiality of records.
  • Arranged discharges and patient transportations.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Listen to patients' concerns, observe their behavior, and record their condition
  • Report changes in patient health or behavior to medical staff
  • Lead patients in therapeutic and recreational activities
  • Provide medications and other treatments to patients, following instructions from doctors and other medical professionals
  • Help with patient intake and discharge
  • Help patients with daily living activities, including eating and bathing
  • Restrain patients who are or may become physically violent

Education

High School Diploma -

Lucy Flowers Technical High School
3545 W Fulton Blvd Chicago Illinois 60624
06.1993

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Critical Thinking
  • EMR / EHR
  • Medical Assistant
  • Electronic Health Records
  • Patient Care
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Specimens collection and processing
  • Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)

Timeline

Medical Assistant

University Of Illinois At Chicago
05.2023 - Current

Unit Clerk/C.N.A/ Mental Health Tech

Oak Park Oasis
09.2021 - 04.2023

Food Service Manager/Housekeeping

Proviso Area For Exceptional Children
08.2020 - 09.2021

Unit Clerk/CNA/Restorative Aide/Food Service Worke

Timothy Park Place
02.2013 - 08.2020

Personal Assistant

Department Of Human Services
04.2010 - 02.2013

Unit Clerk/ Restorative Aide

Berwyn Rehabilitation
03.2008 - 04.2010

Unit Clerk/Psych Technician

Elmwood Care Center
06.2005 - 03.2008

Unit Clerk/ CNA

Pavillion Of Forest Park
10.2003 - 06.2005

Unit Clerk/CNA/Psych Technician

Skokie Meadows Nursing Center
01.2001 - 10.2003

High School Diploma -

Lucy Flowers Technical High School
Kimyada Young