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Kristina M Weeks

Madison,AL

Summary

Fifteen year experienced patient care professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering excellent patient care in a multi-demanding environment to include Pediatrics, ICU, and ER. Comprehensive experience in but not limited to activities of daily living, recording vital signs, collecting specimens, and accurate patient documentation. Consistently requested and recognized by peers, patients, and families for providing top patient care and services.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Technician

Nemours Children's Hospital
06.2014 - 09.2023
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.

Patient Care Technician

Advent Health Altamonte Springs
08.2013 - 06.2014
  • Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Supported patient admissions, discharges and transfers to promote team productivity.
  • Prepared admissions charts and scanned records.
  • Answered unit calls and took messages for healthcare staff to maximize team productivity.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lee Health
12.2008 - 08.2013
  • Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
  • Collected and transported specimens to prepare for lab testing.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs and offered qualified support.
  • Assisted nursing staff with respiratory, cardiopulmonary and physical therapies.
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
  • Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands.


Medical Assistant Receptionist

Urgent Care Center Of SW FL
12.2010 - 07.2013
  • Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
  • Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
  • Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
  • Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
  • Checked patient insurance, demographic and health history to keep information current.
  • Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
  • 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.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.

Emergency Room Patient Care Technician

Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
11.2007 - 08.2008
  • Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
  • Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
  • Assisted with resuscitation, CPR and emergency airway procedures.
  • Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
  • Applied orthopedic devices like traction and OCL splints.
  • Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly and transferred to laboratory for testing.
  • Administered basic wound care, insertion of Foley catheters and nasogastric tubes.
  • Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher or bed to other units.

Education

Medical Coding And Billing - Medical Coding And Billing

University of Central Florida - ED2GO
Orlando, FL
11.2022

Nursing

Pensacola Christian College
Pensacola, FL

High School Diploma -

Heritage Academy
Canton, GA
05.2004

Skills

  • Pediatrics Experience
  • Patient Data Management Systems
  • Monitor Vitals
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Patient Safety
  • Nursing Staff Support
  • Consistent Follow Through
  • Medical Procedures Understanding
  • Time Management
  • Efficient and Reliable Team Player
  • Emergency Trauma and Intensive Care Experience

Accomplishments

  • Consistent high performance ratings.
  • Onboarded and trained multiple new staff members.
  • Named Employee of the Month.
  • Consistently recognized for going above and beyond by Peers, Patients, and Family.

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
  • BLS Certification - AHA
  • CPC-A - Certified Professional Coder - AAPC

Timeline

Patient Care Technician

Nemours Children's Hospital
06.2014 - 09.2023

Patient Care Technician

Advent Health Altamonte Springs
08.2013 - 06.2014

Medical Assistant Receptionist

Urgent Care Center Of SW FL
12.2010 - 07.2013

Certified Nursing Assistant

Lee Health
12.2008 - 08.2013

Emergency Room Patient Care Technician

Wellstar Kennestone Hospital
11.2007 - 08.2008

Medical Coding And Billing - Medical Coding And Billing

University of Central Florida - ED2GO

Nursing

Pensacola Christian College

High School Diploma -

Heritage Academy

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