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Lorinda Weddle-Balcuns

Port Orange,United States

Summary

Experienced in healthcare management and operations, enhancing clinic operations at Halifax Health by streamlining medical assistant tasks and mentoring new team members for efficiency. Expert in HIPAA compliance and inventory control boosted patient satisfaction and clinic safety. Skilled in critical thinking and interpersonal communication, excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring optimal patient care and regulatory adherence. Highly skilled and enthusiastic professional with more than 20 years of experience in patient-centric medical facilities. Assisting in supply management and patient services. Develop productive and efficient office staff. Providing exceptional professional and personal customer service. Hardworking and passionate, employment seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Exercise Specialist position. Ready to help team achieve company (family oriented) goals. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. Detail-oriented Certified 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. Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. Proactive worker committed to helping provide top-notch patient care.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Medical Assistant Manager

Halifax Health
05.2015 - Current
  • Enhanced patient care by streamlining medical assistant tasks and improving daily workflow.
  • Reduced patient wait times by implementing efficient scheduling practices for medical assistants.
  • Increased clinic efficiency by training and mentoring new medical assistants on proper procedures and protocols.
  • Managed inventory, ensuring adequate supplies for smooth clinic operations and cost savings.
  • Boosted patient satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional customer service.
  • Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations, safeguarding patient privacy and confidentiality.
  • Participated in regular audits to maintain compliance with all regulatory standards within the healthcare field.
  • Upheld high quality assurance standards by consistently monitoring clinical practices/procedures adherence levels among all medical assistants under managerial supervision purview.
  • Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
  • Removed trash and straightened counters to keep pharmacy area clean and neat.
  • Streamlined office workflows through close collaboration with administrative staff members such as receptionists or billing coordinators where applicable within organization hierarchy structure dynamics.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Halifax Health
05.2017 - 10.2021
  • Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
  • Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
  • Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
  • Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
  • Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
  • Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
  • Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
  • Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.

Orthopedic Technician

Florida Health Care
07.2011 - 04.2014
  • Enhanced clinic efficiency by maintaining clean and organized treatment areas for optimal patient care.
  • Reduced patient wait time by promptly assisting with the application and removal of casts, braces, and other orthopedic devices.
  • Increased patient satisfaction with thorough post-operative care instructions, ensuring proper healing and recovery.
  • Supported physicians in providing high-quality care by accurately measuring, fitting, and adjusting orthopedic appliances as needed.
  • Promoted positive patient outcomes by monitoring progress throughout treatment plans and making necessary adjustments to ensure optimal results.
  • Fitted appliances onto patients and made necessary adjustments.
  • Handled tools and machinery with caution and precision to avoid costly mistakes and safety accidents.

Education

High School Diploma -

Miami Palmetto Senior High School Adult
Miami, FL
06.1979

Skills

  • Written and verbal communication
  • Medical Equipment Maintenance
  • Inventory Control and Ordering
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Active Listening and Understanding
  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
  • Data entry and recordkeeping
  • Emergency Response Preparedness
  • Regulatory Compliance and Reporting
  • Interpersonal Communication Abilities

Certification

  • Licensed Massage Therapy (1998)
  • Physical Body Building Trainer - (1993)
  • Nutrition (1990)

Hobbies/Life

I keep my faith at SaltyChurch in Ormond and  I love working out with my son. These things keep me balanced in my mind, body and soul. 

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant

Halifax Health
05.2017 - 10.2021

Medical Assistant Manager

Halifax Health
05.2015 - Current

Orthopedic Technician

Florida Health Care
07.2011 - 04.2014

High School Diploma -

Miami Palmetto Senior High School Adult

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