Lasandra Murray
Medical Assistant
Port Saint Lucie
Summary
Detail-oriented Certified Medical/Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Medical/Nursing Assistant
The Foundation For Independently Living
11.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
Home Health Aide
Private Care
01.2020 - 10.2021
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Home Health Aide
Caring People Home Health Care Agency
07.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Completed entries in log books, journals and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Offered patients and families emotional support and instruction in preparing healthy meals, independent living and adaptation to disability or illness.
Clinical Medical Assistant Extern
Doctor Coba's Men Clinic
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Gathered forms and copied insurance cards to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing.
Special Needs Child Caregiver
Private Care
08.2013 - 08.2015
- Communicated well both verbally and in writing with clients, guardians and medical professionals.
- Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping and routine cleaning.
- Prepared meals and snacks and fed clients.
- Arranged transportation and accompanied patients to doctors' offices and errands.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Cared for children ages 8 to 13 in nurturing and age-appropriate way.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child.
Education
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Beacon Hill Career Training
Fort Lauderdale, FL01.2022
Medical Assistant -
Florida Career College
Fort Lauderdale, FL10.2019
Skills
- Catheter Preparation
- Patient Communication
- Infection Prevention
- Medical Records Management
- Responding to Emergencies
- Family Support and Assistance
- Grooming and Bathing Assistance
- Transporting Patients
- Patient Safety Management
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Wheelchair Assistance
- Bed Transfers
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Calm Under Stress
- Recording and Monitoring Vital Signs
- Quick Problem Solver
- Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
- Trustworthy Companion
- Light Housekeeping
- Efficient and Reliable Team Player
- Meal Planning
- Wound Care
- Measuring Bodily Fluids
- Phlebotomy Training
Accomplishments
- Achieved excellent problem solving, observant skills by been dedicated, passionate and patience with my clients.
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
- CPR - Certified
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
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Tony Robbins
Timeline
Certified Medical/Nursing Assistant
The Foundation For Independently Living
11.2021 - Current
Home Health Aide
Private Care
01.2020 - 10.2021
Home Health Aide
Caring People Home Health Care Agency
07.2019 - 12.2019
Clinical Medical Assistant Extern
Doctor Coba's Men Clinic
06.2019 - 08.2019
Special Needs Child Caregiver
Private Care
08.2013 - 08.2015
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Beacon Hill Career Training
Medical Assistant -
Florida Career College
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