Laura Parks
Pine River,MN
Summary
Experienced in medical terminology and documentation, knowledgeable scribe with a solid foundation in accurately transcribing patient information and managing electronic health records. Efficiently supports physicians to ensure seamless communication and high-quality patient care. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail for consistently delivering precise and reliable documentation, contributing to the overall efficiency of healthcare operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Scribe Dr. Hess
Astera Health
06.2024 - Current
- Observation, listening, interpersonal and clarification skills
- Interact positively and productively with providers and patients
- Maintain confidentiality and privacy under HIPPA regulations
- Document the patient's history, review the systems, patient orders, laboratory test results/needed, imaging test results/needed, etc
- Complete procedure notes on behalf of the provider as directed
- Enter all documentation provided by the provider
- List proper diagnosis/level of service as well as any discharge and follow-up instructions as indicated by the provider
- Review the record and verify that the documentation requirements have been met for the designated code assigned
Certified Nursing Assistant
Good Samaritan Society
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Providing Care for patients according to their care plans
- Feeding patients that need assistance
- Performing Infection Control on infectious diseases
- Maintaining a patient's dignity and privacy while giving cares
- Supporting patients when needing to do walks, physical therapies, and emotional support
- Ability to work as a team member
- Transferring patients with the proper equipment
- Doing every two hours repositioning patient to prevent breakdowns
Personal Care Assistant
Accra Home Care
04.2022 - 11.2023
- Build and maintain rapport with clients and family members to facilitate a trusting caregiver relationship
- Provide safe mobility assistance to patients in both private and public spaces
- Complete regular check-ins and progress reports for each client, noting any major changes
- Identify specific needs and provide the highest level of care for the client’s well-being
- Observe client's vital signs, administer medications, track behavior, and notify supervisor of concerns
Personal Caregiver
Self-Employed
08.2017 - 04.2022
- Supported social engagement activities by transporting clients to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips
- Assisted clients with daily needs and personal grooming to maintain self-esteem and general wellness
- Created nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet the dietary needs of the patients
- Followed the doctor's instructions and administered medication
Certified Nursing Assistant
Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care
04.2015 - 07.2017
- Offered patients and their families emotional support
- Disinfected equipment to reduce the risk of infection after each patient is transported
- Evaluated patients' vital signs, documenting all pertinent data and noting any significant changes to report to the Charge Nurse and Shift Change
- Adhered to company policies and provided hands-on nursing care to patients under the supervision of an RN
Education
Associates - Health Information Technology AHIT
DeVry University
Naperville, IL03-2025
Undergraduate Certificate - Medical Billing and Coding
DeVry University
Naperville, IL03.2024
Skills
- Office Operations
- EMR / EHR
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Charting and Clinical Documentation
- Patient Privacy and Confidentiality
- Direct Patient Care
- Critical Thinking
- Tactful Communication
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft OneNote
- Microsoft OneDrive
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Teams
- Data Entry
- Typing Speed 62 WPM
- CPR Certified
- Certified Nursing Assistant Certification
- Certified Coding Associate
- Strong communication skills
- Adaptability in Fast-paced environments
- Documentation skills
- Continuous learning mindset
Certification
- Associates of Health Information Technology, 02/01/25, Associates Completed
- Certified Coding Associate, CCA, 05/01/24, American Health Information Management Association, AHIMA
- Certified Nursing Assistant, 12/01/23, Minnesota
- Certified Nursing Assistant, 01/01/15, Missouri
Timeline
Medical Scribe Dr. Hess
Astera Health
06.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Good Samaritan Society
12.2023 - 06.2024
Personal Care Assistant
Accra Home Care
04.2022 - 11.2023
Personal Caregiver
Self-Employed
08.2017 - 04.2022
Certified Nursing Assistant
Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care
04.2015 - 07.2017
Undergraduate Certificate - Medical Billing and Coding
DeVry University
- Associates of Health Information Technology, 02/01/25, Associates Completed
- Certified Coding Associate, CCA, 05/01/24, American Health Information Management Association, AHIMA
- Certified Nursing Assistant, 12/01/23, Minnesota
- Certified Nursing Assistant, 01/01/15, Missouri
Associates - Health Information Technology AHIT
DeVry University
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