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Lydia Nunez

Mesa,AZ

Summary

Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 11 years of experience in hospice and home care & 1 year experience in medical assisting as an (INTERN) in a fast paced environment . Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.

Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in patient care and medical assisting talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Assistant

Heacock Urgent Care (intern)
11.2024 - 01.2025
  • I am highly adept in assisting with examinations, procedures and treatments, as well as performing diagnostic tests
  • I believe that teamwork is essential to achieving excellent patient care and positive results
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.

Home Health Care Worker

Peaceful Hearts
01.2019 - Current
  • I helped to plan and implement appropriate and powerful patient care plans that led to optimal health and wellness
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
  • Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
  • Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
  • Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
  • Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
  • Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
  • Improved patients' comfort with massage and application of topical treatments.
  • Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
  • Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
  • Constructed cognitively stimulating activities.
  • Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
  • Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
  • Developed and implemented care plans for clients.

Hospice Caregiver

Richard Garcia
06.2022 - 12.2022
  • Oversaw implementation and ongoing assessment of patient care plan.
  • Positioned patients to provide comfort and promote better body alignment.
  • Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
  • Checked and recorded vital signs, noting any significant changes and assisted nurses with treatment.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
  • End of life care


CNA

Care Enterprises
01.2014 - 12.2018
  • Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

Education

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

RIVERSIDE CAREER EDUCATION
Riverside, CA
01-2025

Skills

  • Compassionate Assistance
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Basic life support
  • Physical stamina
  • Conflict resolution
  • Dressing assistance
  • Time management
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medication administration
  • Attention to detail
  • Compassionate communication
  • Health monitoring
  • Medication assistance
  • Wound care
  • Patient care
  • Appointment confirmation
  • Insurance verification
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Clinical documentation
  • Sterilization techniques
  • EKG administration
  • Check-in coordination
  • Phlebotomy
  • Intake control
  • Patient-focused care
  • Medical terminologies
  • Adaptable
  • Patient triage
  • First aid
  • Medical records confidentiality
  • Equipment sterilization
  • Medical procedures
  • Hospice care
  • Electrocardiography (EKG)
  • Reliable transportation
  • Appointment setting
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Communicating with patient families
  • Catheter change and preparation

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Heacock Urgent Care (intern)
11.2024 - 01.2025

Hospice Caregiver

Richard Garcia
06.2022 - 12.2022

Home Health Care Worker

Peaceful Hearts
01.2019 - Current

CNA

Care Enterprises
01.2014 - 12.2018

MEDICAL ASSISTANT

RIVERSIDE CAREER EDUCATION

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