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Kirsten Hall

Summary

Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. State-certified Nursing Assistant bringing senior-level experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

State Tested Nursing Assistant

Otterbein Senior Life
05.2020 - Current
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
  • Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep nurses informed of changes.

Medical Assistant

Cincinnati Childrens Hospital
04.2021 - 08.2023
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Responsible for a variety of venipuncture techniques involving the collection of blood specimens from patients for lab procedures and used in diagnosis.
  • Documented medical histories, vitals, and test results in Electronic Medical Records (EMR) • Dealt with emergency medicine, trauma, wound care, expired patients, evidence collection for law enforcement, patient transportation, catheters, monitors, and cooling machines
  • Gave appropriate medication and dosing to patients.
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.

Scheduling Coordinator

Otterbein Senior Life
10.2020 - 04.2021
  • Creating monthly schedules and templates for staff.
  • Overseeing daily schedule.
  • Managing employee call offs.
  • Managing employee issues.
  • Addressing shift pick-ups.
  • Developed and implemented scheduling policies.
  • Developed weekly production status reports for supervisor and manager.

Home Health Aide

Superior Home Care
09.2019 - 05.2020
  • Traveled to clients' homes to provide healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to document accurately report patient progress.
  • Administered prescribed oral medications, under the written direction of
    physician
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Assisted clients by performing laundry, meal preparation and other tasks.
  • Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate care.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Beckfield College
Florence, KY
04.2024

Medical Assisting

Columbus Phlebotomy Training Center
Columbus Grove, OH
08.2021

High School Diploma -

Batavia High School
Batavia, OH
05.2020

Skills

  • Caregiver Relations
  • Electronic Recordkeeping
  • Vital Signs Collection
  • Emergency Response
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Patient Safety Management
  • CPR Certification
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Privacy and Confidentiality
  • Patient Assessments
  • Adaptive Learning
  • Stress Management
  • Patient Care
  • Active Listening
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Medication Administration
  • Compassionate Care
  • Patient Assessment

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • CMA-Licensed Medical Assistant
  • Licensed Phlebotomist


Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Cincinnati Childrens Hospital
04.2021 - 08.2023

Scheduling Coordinator

Otterbein Senior Life
10.2020 - 04.2021

State Tested Nursing Assistant

Otterbein Senior Life
05.2020 - Current

Home Health Aide

Superior Home Care
09.2019 - 05.2020

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Beckfield College

Medical Assisting

Columbus Phlebotomy Training Center

High School Diploma -

Batavia High School
Kirsten Hall