Lashele Hanzel
UW Health
Fitchburg,WI
1
Certification
9
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Medical Assistant with a strong background in patient care and procedure assistance. Known for effective communication skills and adherence to safety standards, contributing to trust and quality in patient interactions.
Work History
Medical Assistant
1 Year 11 Months- Administered patient care, including vital signs and medical history collection.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to ensure seamless patient flow and communication.
- Maintained medical supplies inventory, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Documented patient interactions in EMR, enhancing data accuracy and accessibility.
- 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.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- 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.
Medical Medication Assisitant
7 Years 2 Months- Administer medications accurately according to prescribed schedules and protocols.
- Monitor patients for side effects and report changes in conditions to healthcare team.
- Collaborate with nursing staff to ensure optimal patient care and medication management.
- Maintain detailed records of medication administration and patient responses.
- Completed routine medication audits, verifying accuracy in dispensing practices and maintaining regulatory compliance.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by effectively communicating pertinent information regarding patients'' medications to incoming staff members.
Certified Nursing Assistant
7 Years 2 Months- Implemented individualized care plans based on resident needs, promoting optimal health outcomes.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient assessments and medication administration, enhancing overall care quality.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes, facilitating timely medical interventions.
- Trained new staff in best practices for patient care and safety protocols, improving team efficiency.
- Advocated for resident rights and preferences, fostering a supportive community environment within the facility.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and well-being.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Medical Assistant
2 Months- Facilitated patient education on treatment plans and medication usage effectively.
- Assisted with patient scheduling and managed electronic health records efficiently.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Optimized appointment scheduling processes to minimize conflicts and maximize physician availability for patients.
Education
CMAA - CMAA
Skills
Direct patient care
Vital signs monitoring
Medical terminology
Electronic health records
Medication management
Procedure assistance
Procedure support
CPR
Customer service
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Timeline
Medical Assistant
UW Health
09.2024 - CurrentRead More
Medical Assistant
SSMHC
03.2022 - 05.2022Read More
Medical Medication Assisitant
Four Winds Manor
03.2017 - 05.2024Read More
Certified Nursing Assistant
Four Winds Manor
03.2017 - 05.2024Read More
NHA
CMAA from CMAA
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