LaShanda Simmons
Cincinnati
Summary
Dedicated medical assistant with extensive experience in patient care, clinical documentation, and phlebotomy. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and operational efficiency in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Medical Assistant
Christ Hospital
Cincinnati
02.2019 - Current
- Administered immunizations, drew blood, recorded vitals, performed ear cleaning, conducted spirometer testing, completed EKGs, roomed patients, assisted with minor procedures, and registered patients while efficiently scheduling appointments to optimize patient flow.
- Assisted with patient intake and evaluations in fast-paced clinical environment.
- Managed scheduling of appointments to optimize physician availability and patient flow.
- Administered vaccinations and performed routine laboratory tests for patient care.
Nurse Aide
Nurse Staffing
Cincinnati
07.2008 - Current
- Assisted patients with mental or physical disabilities in public schools and long-term care facilities.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in patient environments.
Patient Care Assistant
Good Samaritian Hospital/ Group Health
Cincinnati
10.2007 - 09.2018
- Worked as a registered medical assistant in ear, nose, and throat, monitored blood sugars and vitals, assisted with minor procedures to improve patient care, and documented patient information accurately.
- Assisted nursing staff in delivering patient care and support services.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the medical team.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients and families.
Registered Medical Assistant
Good Samaritian Hospital/ Group Health
Cincinnati
04.2010 - 06.2010
- Performed minor procedures, administered injections, calculated dosages, tracked vitals, conducted blood draws, executed drug testing, facilitated x-rays, and prepared patient rooms.
- Administered patient care and assisted with daily medical procedures.
- Coordinated patient appointments and managed scheduling for healthcare providers.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
Pharmacy Tech
Walgreens
Cincinnati
01.2010 - 04.2010
- Collected patient information to accurately fill prescriptions, packaged and labeled medications, and coordinated refill authorizations with doctors.
- Processed prescriptions accurately and efficiently for diverse customer needs.
- Managed inventory by restocking medications and supplies regularly.
- Assisted pharmacists with patient consultations and medication information.
Education
BSN - Registered Nurse
Arizon College of Nursing
Cincinnati, OH04-2027
Associate - Registered Medical Assisting
American National University
Cincinnati, OH05-2010
Basic Education -
Hughes Center
Cincinnati, OH08-1997
G.E.D -
Cincinnati Job Corps Center
Cincinnati, OH04-1997
Skills
- Phlebotomy
- Venipuncture
- Injections
- Vital Signs
- Patient Care
- Clinical documentation
- Medical terminology
- Medical office procedures
- EHR
- EMR
- Epic
- Laboratory Experience
- Medical Scheduling
- Filing
- Receptionist
- Computer skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Time management
- Scheduling
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Teaching
- Home health
- Infection control
- HIPAA compliance
- Medication administration
- Preventive healthcare
- Tube Feeding
- EKG
- Vital sign monitoring
- Patient assessment
- Needs assessment
- Specimen labeling
- Office experience
- Phlebotomy techniques
- Medication administration
- Time management
- Medical office procedures
- Preventive healthcare
- EHR management
- Vital sign monitoring
- Emergency preparedness
- Patient assessment
- Needs assessment
- Specimen labeling
Certification
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), 05/01/10, Present
• BLS Certification
• Patient Care Assistant/Nurse Assistant
• CPR Certification, 06/01/24, 06/01/26
• AED Certification, 06/01/24, 06/01/26
• BLS Certification
• Patient Care Assistant/Nurse Assistant
• CPR Certification, 06/01/24, 06/01/26
• AED Certification, 06/01/24, 06/01/26
Responsibilities
- Due injections, dosage in calculation, minor surgeries, preparation of rooms, vitals, draw blood, perform electrocardiograms and x-rays
- Patient Care Assistant since 2007 to present
- Vitals, blood sugars, guiac, hang tube feedings and do straight catheters
- Nurse Aide since 2001 to present
- Bathing, dressing, feeding and assisting patients with activities
- Assist patients with disabilities
- To work with patients of all cultures and beliefs
Experience
- Registered Medical Assistant, 2010
- Patient Care Assistant/Nurse Assistant, 2001
- Medical Assistant training and Pharmacy Technician, National College/American National University, 2007-2010
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Timeline
Registered Medical Assistant
Christ Hospital
02.2019 - Current
Registered Medical Assistant
Good Samaritian Hospital/ Group Health
04.2010 - 06.2010
Pharmacy Tech
Walgreens
01.2010 - 04.2010
Nurse Aide
Nurse Staffing
07.2008 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Good Samaritian Hospital/ Group Health
10.2007 - 09.2018
BSN - Registered Nurse
Arizon College of Nursing
Associate - Registered Medical Assisting
American National University
Basic Education -
Hughes Center
G.E.D -
Cincinnati Job Corps Center