MacKenzie Edgar
Newhall,IA
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Nurse
Benton Community School District
08.2021 - Current
- Administering medications to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
- Monitoring chronic medical conditions such as Type one diabetes. Which includes: blood glucose monitoring, insulin injections, managing hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia, and maintaining communication with parents/guardians.
- Evaluating symptoms, checking vital signs, asking questions to understand the onset and severity, performing basic physical assessments based on reported symptoms.
- Applying first aid if the child is injured, administering over-the-counter medications if found necessary and with parental consent.
- Keeping detailed record of all assessments, treatments, parent communications and outcomes.
Certified Medical Assistant Extern
Virginia Gay Hospital and Clinics
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Developed professional skills through hands-on experiences, including time management and effective communication.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
Patient Care Technician
Mercy Medical Center Cedar Rapids
09.2021 - 04.2024
- Cared for patients on the oncology/surgical inpatient floor and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA05-2025
High School Diploma -
Union High School
La Porte City, IA05-2010
Skills
- Medication administration
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Injury treatment
- Decision-making
- Record keeping accuracy
- Immunization administration
- Hearing and vision screening
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Certified Medical Assistant Extern
Virginia Gay Hospital and Clinics
01.2025 - 04.2025
Patient Care Technician
Mercy Medical Center Cedar Rapids
09.2021 - 04.2024
Substitute Nurse
Benton Community School District
08.2021 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Kirkwood Community College
High School Diploma -
Union High School
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