LYDIA NUNEZ
Peaceful Hearts Homecare
Mentone,CA
9
years of professional experience
Compassionate Medical Assistant experienced in patient intake, appointment scheduling, and EMR/EHR documentation, delivering organized clinic flow and accurate records. Enhanced patient experience through effective coordination, thorough history collection, and meticulous verification of insurance and referral details. Contributed to clinical and administrative duties with a focus on teamwork and adaptability in fast-paced environments.
Work History
MEDICAL ASSISANT
1 Year 6 Months- Assisted clinicians with patient rooming, device fitting, and cast or scan preparation.
- Supported patient intake and verified demographic, insurance, and referral information for orthotics and prosthetics visits.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic medical records and clinic systems.
- Communicated with patients regarding instructions, appointment details, and required paperwork.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic's commitment to quality care.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
- Optimized appointment scheduling processes to minimize conflicts and maximize physician availability for patients.
Caregiver /Home Health Aide
8 Years 9 Months- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in client condition to nursing staff
- Assisted clients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and other daily living activities
- Supported medication reminders and maintained accurate documentation of care provided
- Prepared meals and assisted with feeding according to individualized care plans
- Maintained clean, organized living spaces while following infection control procedures
- Coordinated with families and care teams to ensure consistent, responsive support
- Mentored new aides on client routines, safety protocols, and compassionate care practices
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and toileting assistance when necessary for dignity preservation.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including laundry linen changes sweeping vacuuming and mopping ensuring a clean and organized living space for patients.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Completed thorough documentation of patient care activities, maintaining accurate records for effective communication amongst the healthcare team.
Education
Medical Assisting - Medical Assistant
High School Diploma
Skills
EMR / EHR
Clinical documentation
HIPAA compliance
Patient scheduling
Appointment setting
Data entry
Medical terminology knowledge
Vital sign monitoring
Phlebotomy
Procedure assistance
Patient support
Patient bathing
Patient feeding
Patient oral care
Immunization administration
Specimens collection and processing
Medical procedures
Sterilization techniques
Equipment sterilization
CPR
Customer service
Professionalism and ethics
Maintaining confidentiality
Hospice care
Patient oral care
Timeline
MEDICAL ASSISANT
Hanger Clinic: Prosthetics & Orthotics
04.2025 - CurrentRead More
Caregiver /Home Health Aide
Peaceful Hearts Homecare
01.2018 - CurrentRead More
Riverside School of Education
Medical Assisting from Medical Assistant
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Redland Adult School
High School Diploma
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