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RegisteredNurse

Lori Ann Halliday

Henderson,Nevada

Summary

Experienced Caregiver knowledgeable about safe patient ambulation, personal grooming assistance and housekeeping. Remains current on relevant medical conditions and working with qualified healthcare staff to maximize care. Devoted to patient physical comfort and emotional support. Committed Personal Care Assistant skilled in supervising and assisting clients with meal preparation and daily activities to promote independence. Caring and compassionate with proven history of positive client feedback. Compassionate Job Title assists elderly or disabled clients and patients from hospices or recovery centers. Observes and reports on patient status, cleans and organizes living quarters and provides companionship. Demonstrated knowledge of vital sign reading and proper aseptic and infection control policies. Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills. Reliable Job Title enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well. Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support. Level-headed professional with extensive experience helping patients and clients with self-care and day-to-day tasks. Kind and punctual individual assists with nursing treatments, supports diagnostic procedures and provides companionship. Passionate about improving well-being of others and providing compassionate treatment to patient community. Skilled Care Provider assisting elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities with daily living activities in-home or within care facility. Keep house by making beds, doing laundry, washing dishes and preparing meals. Advise families and healthcare team regarding health concerns, nutrition, cleanliness and household activities. Proactive Personal Care Assistant with skill for building client rapport through tact and compassionate communication. Committed to addressing client needs and building foundation of habits to increase comfort and independence. Compassionate Job Title possesses gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating people with dignity and respect. Expertise in Area of expertise. Collaborative team player with strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Available Number hours per week, weekends and evenings. Experienced non-medical Care Provider offering 15 years of expertise providing in-home care. Complete domestic duties, help patients with self-care and hygiene and provide companionship. Experienced working with children and elderly, with skill anticipating and proactively addressing client needs. Friendly and engaging with strong attention to detail. Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities. Personal Care Aide experienced in assisting clients with mental impairments or physical limitations to manage everyday tasks. Skilled in geriatric care and providing companionship and direct assistance to cognitively impaired clients. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Health Care Provider

Patricia Mcmanis
04.2021 - 06.2021
  • Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
  • Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
  • Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
  • Assisted with end-of-life care.
  • Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
  • Provided assistance to clients by handling household cleaning duties, managing schedules, and transporting to and from medical appointments.
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
  • Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
  • Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
  • Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.

Home Health Care Provider

Charles McManis
06.2021 - 11.2021
  • Enables patients to stay in their homes by monitoring and recording patient condition, providing support and personal services, and teaching families
  • Monitors patient condition by observing physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise
  • Supports patients by providing housekeeping and laundry services, shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and serving meals and snacks, and running errands
  • Assists patients by providing personal services, such as, bathing, dressing, and grooming
  • Helps patients care for themselves by teaching use of cane or walker, special utensils to eat, special techniques and equipment for personal hygiene
  • Helps family members care for the patient by teaching appropriate ways to lift, turn, and reposition the patient
  • Advises on nutrition, cleanliness, and housekeeping
  • Records patient information by making entries in the patient journal and notifying nursing supervisor of changing or unusual conditions
  • Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy patient environment by following asepsis standards and procedures, maintaining security precautions, and following prescribed dietary requirements and nutrition standards
  • Protects the home care agency by adhering to professional standards, home care policies andprocedures, federal, state, and local requirements.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
  • Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
  • Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
  • Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
  • Provided assistance to clients by handling household cleaning duties, managing schedules, and transporting to and from medical appointments.
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
  • Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
  • Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
  • Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.

Census Enumerator

US CENSUS BUREAU
08.2020 - 10.2020
  • Planned work by reviewing assignment area to determine organization of neighborhoods and locate households for conducting interviews
  • Conducted interviews with residents in assigned areas by following stringent guidelines and confidentiality laws
  • Explained the purpose of the census interview, answered residents' questions, elicited information following a script, and recorded census data on forms
  • Assessed quality control levels on selected addresses, determined which samples passed or failed, and maintained records for quality control verication
  • Complied with accuracy standards while maintaining high production rates
  • Maintained records of hours worked, units produced, miles driven, quality control results, and expenses incurred in the performance of duties
  • Met daily with supervisor to review and submit work, and receive additional instructions.
  • Interviewed residents in assigned areas to explain purpose of Census, ask questions and record answers.
  • Delivered information from script regarding surveys for on-demand phone project assignment.
  • Brought relevant language skills and cultural familiarity to successfully access neighborhood residents.
  • Maintained and submitted records of hours worked, miles driven and expenses incurred to facilitate accurate reporting measures.
  • Conducted interviews with participants to assess eligibility.
  • Analyzed and evaluated data, identifying trends in recruitment process.
  • Devised and implemented effective interviewing techniques and strategies to identify best candidates for each position.
  • Attended team meetings to develop job knowledge.
  • Coded data from participant interviews.
  • Performed field staff duties critical to completing accurate count in hard-to-reach communities.
  • Served as last line of defense to obtain accurate count for federal funding and fair political representation.
  • Visited assigned neighborhoods and knocked on doors to encourage participation in Census.
  • Met with supervisor to review procedures, report issues or concerns and receive instructions.
  • Communicated with Census takers via phone to answer questions and expedite process.
  • Obtained updated contact information from all subjects and verified data for accuracy.
  • Developed thorough understanding of job requirements and qualifications to steer recruitment efforts toward appropriate job profiles.
  • Leveraged smartphones to record information.
  • Completed surveys by rechecking contact information before ending each call.
  • Utilized data-driven tracking system and recruitment processes to find optimal candidates for interviews and employment opportunities.

Home Health Care Provider

Margaret Moss Home
11.2015 - 01.2018
  • Enables patients to stay in their homes by monitoring and recording patient condition, providing support and personal services, and teaching families
  • Monitors patient condition by observing physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise
  • Supports patients by providing housekeeping and laundry services, shopping for food and other household requirements, preparing and serving meals and snacks, and running errands
  • Assists patients by providing personal services, such as, bathing, dressing, and grooming
  • Helps patients care for themselves by teaching use of cane or walker, special utensils to eat, special techniques and equipment for personal hygiene
  • Helps family members care for the patient by teaching appropriate ways to lift, turn, and reposition the patient
  • Advises on nutrition, cleanliness, and housekeeping
  • Records patient information by making entries in the patient journal and notifying nursing supervisor of changing or unusual conditions
  • Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy patient environment by following asepsis standards and procedures, maintaining security precautions, and following prescribed dietary requirements and nutrition standards
  • Protects the home care agency by adhering to professional standards, home care policies andprocedures, federal, state, and local requirements.
  • Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
  • Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
  • Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Scheduled and coordinated medical appointments.
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
  • Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
  • Cooked tasty, nourishing meals for patients to promote better nutrition.
  • Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
  • Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
  • Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
  • Offered support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
  • Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
  • Assisted with end-of-life care.
  • Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
  • Researched and recommended community resources to meet clients' needs.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Provided assistance to clients by handling household cleaning duties, managing schedules, and transporting to and from medical appointments.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
  • Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
  • Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
  • Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
  • Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.

Certified Medical Assistant

Douglas Hamilton, M.D.
01.1993 - 02.1994
  • Scheduling and managing patient appointments
  • Answering the phone and taking patient questions
  • Filing, updating, and organizing patient records
  • Planning and coordinating hospital transfers and laboratory tests and services
  • Processing forms for insurance claims
  • Inventorying and ordering supplies
  • Managing budgets
  • Sorting, opening, and answering mail
  • Transcribing medical information for doctors
  • Billing insurance companies for services
  • Coding medical records for billing
  • Managed staff, which included hiring and coordinating payroll activities.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Directed patients to examining rooms and coordinated transportation assistance as necessary.
  • Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms, and helping patients with diverse needs.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
  • Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
  • Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
  • Performed or scheduled preventive maintenance on equipment to promote longevity of use, troubleshooting technical issues and coordinating repairs.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications, and other physician instructions.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.

Certified Nurses Assistant

Boulder City Care Center
01.1991 - 12.1993
  • Provides for activities of daily living by assisting with serving meals, feeding patients as necessary and ambulating, turning, and positioning patients; and providing fresh water and nourishment between meals
  • Provides adjunct care by administering enemas, douches, non-sterile dressings, surgical preps, ice packs, heat treatments, sitz and therapeutic baths; and applying restraints
  • Maintains patient stability by checking vital signs and weight; testing urine and recording intake and output information
  • Provides patient comfort by utilizing resources and materials; transporting patients; answering patients’ call lights and requests; and reporting observations of the patient to nursing supervisor
  • Documents actions by completing forms, reports, logs, and records
  • Maintains work operations by following policies and procedures
  • Protects organization’s value by keeping patient information confidential
  • Serves and protects the hospital community by adhering to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures; federal, state, and local requirements; and jcaho standards
  • Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, participating in professional organizations, and maintaining licensure
  • Enhances nursing department and hospital reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
  • Dcx (Lori Ann Halliday)
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
  • Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
  • Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
  • Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Supported needs of Number+ residents under long-term care.
  • Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Collaborated with physicians to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Delivered high-quality care to Type patients in hospital facility.
  • Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.

CPR Instructor

CPR Plus
11.1990 - 12.1993
  • Analyzed clinical settings' success in helping students achieve course and program outcomes.
  • Updated instructional materials, ordered equipment and supplies and utilized various learning modalities to enhance instruction.
  • Implemented new educational techniques to boost student comprehension while reducing learning time.
  • Distributed course syllabus and communicated course standards and learning objectives to students.
  • Evaluated students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
  • Collaborated with Type instructors to implement best practices to enhance student learning.
  • Delivered individualized instruction on observation, assessment, decision-making and patient health teaching.
  • Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
  • Assigned students to patients based on students' learning objectives and patient needs.
  • Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
  • Increased learning initiatives by educating students using Type methods and laboratory studies.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
  • Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Volunteered at local community organizations, providing assistance with day-to-day operations.
  • Successfully operated heavy equipment such as forklifts.
  • Completed general labor tasks such as loading and unloading materials, cleaning up job sites and operating heavy machinery.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

First Aid Instructor

CPR Plus
10.1990 - 12.1993
  • Conducted clinical simulations and provided feedback for each individual student.
  • Increased learning initiatives by educating students using Type methods and laboratory studies.
  • Evaluated students' competencies through written assignments and examinations.
  • Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
  • Taught basic first aid principles and techniques for adults and children following ABCs of first aid and treatment techniques for burns, bleeding and fractures.
  • Evaluated student training by observing and tracking student performance.
  • Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
  • Prepared classroom before class by unloading and setting up practice dummies, organizing workbook materials and setting up projector screens for slideshows and instructional videos.
  • Filled out and submitted American Red Cross course record forms.
  • Performed clerical duties by registering students, filing paperwork, issuing certificates and providing sufficient documentation for coursework completion.
  • Instructed students on cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques.
  • Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
  • Assigned students to patients based on students' learning objectives and patient needs.
  • Updated instructional materials, ordered equipment and supplies and utilized various learning modalities to enhance instruction.
  • Enforced classroom policies and safety rules to reduce chance of accidents.
  • Analyzed clinical settings' success in helping students achieve course and program outcomes.
  • Instructed Number students using fun teaching methods to promote class participation.
  • Delivered individualized instruction on observation, assessment, decision-making and patient health teaching.
  • Implemented new educational techniques to boost student comprehension while reducing learning time.
  • Collaborated with Type instructors to implement best practices to enhance student learning.
  • Promoted program offerings and conducted outreach activities to increase participation and re-engage inactive students.
  • Distributed course syllabus and communicated course standards and learning objectives to students.
  • Promoted Type and Type skills through demonstrations and repetition.
  • Developed complete training material such as student guides, programs of instruction and presentations.
  • Created and maintained bulletin boards, newsletters and other marketing communication materials.

Certified Medical Assistant

Alpha Therapeutic
11.1989 - 09.1990
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms, and helping patients with diverse needs.
  • Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • 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.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
  • Performed or scheduled preventive maintenance on equipment to promote longevity of use, troubleshooting technical issues and coordinating repairs.
  • Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
  • Directed patients to examining rooms and coordinated transportation assistance as necessary.

Medical Assistant Intern

Joseph Tangredi, MD.
03.1989 - 08.1989
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Participated in rounds and team meetings to observe medical decision-making and learn.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
  • Created and prepared patient charts accurately for clinics and medical professionals.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Welcomed patients and inquired about wellbeing since last treatment.
  • Collected histories, vitals, and current complaints via patient interviews.
  • Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
  • Verified confidentiality of patient information and data to alleviate potential data breaches.
  • Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
  • Gathered statistical information on patient admissions, discharges, births, deaths and treatments administered.
  • Communicated with patients and families to answer questions and provide reassurance.
  • Prepared exam and treatment rooms for patient visits, availing all necessary supplies and equipment.
  • Followed appropriate procedures to minimize patient's exposure to radiation.
  • Assisted with medical research projects to apply and expand knowledge.
  • Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
  • Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Provided patient education to improve understanding and self-care.
  • Helped with patient preparation and recovery to support patient comfort and well-being.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
  • Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
  • Transcribed physician orders and instructions to minimize risk of miscommunication.
  • Scheduled appointments and tests to coordinate patient care.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Sought feedback and guidance from supervisors to continuously improve performance.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
  • Adhered to strict document deadlines for charting and other paperwork.
  • Measured patient pulse oximetry.
  • Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
  • Maintained clean and safe clinic environment to prevent injuries.
  • Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
  • Measured patient spirometry.
  • Performed medical chart reviews to confirm accuracy and completeness.
  • Prepared, administered and documented medications under direction of licensed medical provider.

Executive Board Secretary

Horizon View Homeowner's Association
10.1996 - 06.2010
  • Managed mail and both incoming and outgoing correspondence, mail, email and faxes.
  • Signed official documents and board minutes.
  • Wrote reports, executive summaries and newsletters.
  • Wrote clear, brief notes to record all motions and decisions of meetings.
  • Created and maintenance up-to-date board planning calendar to outline matters on board's agenda.
  • Used QuickBooks to produce monthly invoices, reports, and other deliverables.
  • Recorded and distributed minutes of meetings to reflect format and level of detail determined.
  • Greeted arriving visitors, determined nature and purpose of visit and directed individuals to appropriate destinations.
  • Conducted general board correspondence and kept records of all correspondence.
  • Distributed copies of board minutes and actions to Number members after each meeting.
  • Coordinated events and worked on ad hoc projects.
  • Screened personal and business calls and directed to appropriate party.
  • Organized logistics and materials for each meeting and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
  • Identified individuals in community for volunteer participation or funding support, enlisting Number volunteers and raising $Amount.
  • Maintained board binder containing governing documents, policies and written consents.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Updated, maintained and safely stored minute books and other legal documents.
  • Streamlined operations and prioritized tasks, allowing senior staff to increase productivity.
  • Handled incoming and outgoing mail, email and faxes.
  • Filed paperwork and organized computer-based information.
  • Notified Number board members of meetings and kept detailed record of board attendance.
  • Maintained full contact list of board members, board member appointment dates, term of appointments and board member biographies.
  • Took notes and dictation at meetings.
  • Updated and maintained confidential databases and records.
  • Worked with senior management to initiate new projects and assist in various processes.
  • Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
  • Upheld strict timetables by maintaining accurate, balanced calendars.
  • Promoted team productivity by keeping supplies organized and well-stocked.
  • Handled logistics, catering, agendas and travel arrangements for meeting and event planning for board of directors, president and executive vice president.
  • Led staff and vendors in providing high level of service for owner and guests.
  • Managed business office by maintaining equipment, ordering inventory and distributing supplies.
  • Created and managed office systems to efficiently deal with documentation.

Personal Care Assistant

Comfort Keepers Home Care
04.2022 - Current
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
  • Planned activities to encourage movement, stretching and strength building.
  • Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and doctor's appointments.
  • Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
  • Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.

Education

Personal Care Assistant Certificate -

Comfort Keepers
Henderson, NV
04.2022

Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Instructor , CPR PLUS -

CPR Pus
Las Vegas, NV
1991

Certified Nurses Assistant -

Community College of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV
1991

Emergency Medical Technician - Basic, CPR PLUS -

CPR Plus
Las Vegas, NV
1991

Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate, CPR PLUS -

CPR Plus
Las Vegas, NV
1991

CPR/First Aide/Basic Life Support/ First Responder Instructor , CPR PLUS 100 -

CPR Plus
Las Vegas, NV
1991

Certified Back Office Medical Assistant -

Canterbury Career Schools
Las Vegas, NV
01.1990

Certified Front Office Medical Administration , Canterbury Career -

Canterbury Career Schools
Las Vegas, NV
12.1989

High School Diploma -

Western High School
Las Vegas
06.1988

Skills

  • Prosthetic Attachment and Removal
  • Developing Client Trust
  • Medication Reminders
  • Shopping and Errands
  • Personal Oxygen Delivery
  • Self-Contained Classrooms
  • Medication Management
  • Service Documentation
  • Remote Video Conferencing
  • Cook Healthy Meals
  • Reading Comprehension
  • First Aid Certification
  • Independent Living
  • Household Tasks
  • Company Guidelines
  • Physical Therapy Administration
  • Case Management
  • Communication Assistance
  • Diet and Nutrition
  • Personal Care Assistance
  • Bill Payment
  • Mi-Co Mi-Forms
  • Daily Logs
  • Guest Satisfaction
  • Ability to Lift
  • Personal Grooming Care
  • Tact and Diplomacy
  • Household Organization
  • Continuous Development
  • Floor Sweeping
  • Nail Care
  • Nutrition Planning
  • Client Transportation
  • Monitor Vital Signs
  • Attentive to People
  • Client Requirements
  • Staff Mentoring
  • Review Cases
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Performance Improvement
  • Behavior Management
  • Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
  • Personal Hygiene
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Medical Office Administration
  • Patient Admission
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Nursing Assistance
  • MEDITECH Software
  • Compassionate Care
  • Dental Care
  • Clean Living Spaces
  • Skin Care
  • Direct Supervision
  • Special Dietary Requirements
  • EMR Systems
  • Problem Identification
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Adaptable Under Pressure
  • Vital Signs Management
  • Spreadsheet Tracking
  • Glucose Testing
  • Range of Motion Exercises
  • Garbage Disposal
  • Mobility Support
  • Client Records Management
  • Companionship
  • Client Rapport-Building
  • Patient Toileting
  • Bed Transfers
  • Proper Staffing
  • Emergency Situations
  • Medical Records Management
  • August Systems Visit Wizard
  • Interdisciplinary Care
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Household Management
  • Patient Assessments
  • Status Updates
  • Stress Management
  • Floor Assignments
  • Deliver Exceptional Care
  • Patient Management
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Protein Handling
  • Meal Planning and Preparation
  • Word Processing
  • Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
  • Tactful Communication
  • Laptop and Tablet Operation
  • Professional Development

Timeline

Personal Care Assistant

Comfort Keepers Home Care
04.2022 - Current

Home Health Care Provider

Charles McManis
06.2021 - 11.2021

Home Health Care Provider

Patricia Mcmanis
04.2021 - 06.2021

Census Enumerator

US CENSUS BUREAU
08.2020 - 10.2020

Home Health Care Provider

Margaret Moss Home
11.2015 - 01.2018

Executive Board Secretary

Horizon View Homeowner's Association
10.1996 - 06.2010

Certified Medical Assistant

Douglas Hamilton, M.D.
01.1993 - 02.1994

Certified Nurses Assistant

Boulder City Care Center
01.1991 - 12.1993

CPR Instructor

CPR Plus
11.1990 - 12.1993

First Aid Instructor

CPR Plus
10.1990 - 12.1993

Certified Medical Assistant

Alpha Therapeutic
11.1989 - 09.1990

Medical Assistant Intern

Joseph Tangredi, MD.
03.1989 - 08.1989

Personal Care Assistant Certificate -

Comfort Keepers

Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Instructor , CPR PLUS -

CPR Pus

Certified Nurses Assistant -

Community College of Southern Nevada

Emergency Medical Technician - Basic, CPR PLUS -

CPR Plus

Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate, CPR PLUS -

CPR Plus

CPR/First Aide/Basic Life Support/ First Responder Instructor , CPR PLUS 100 -

CPR Plus

Certified Back Office Medical Assistant -

Canterbury Career Schools

Certified Front Office Medical Administration , Canterbury Career -

Canterbury Career Schools

High School Diploma -

Western High School

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