Makayla Smith-Valentine
Tuscola,IL
Summary
Organized medical professional experienced in a clinical setting providing direct patient care and administrative support. Prioritizes patient comfort through excellent communication and attention to detail; Handles vital sign assessments, phlebotomy, and CLIA testing; Proven track record of working collaboratively with physicians, nurses and other healthcare staff to ensure efficient and effective delivery of healthcare services.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Sarah Bush Lincoln
Mattoon, Illinois
12.2025 - Current
- Performs patient assessments including vital signs, pain scales and mobility evaluations.
- Performs wound dressing changes per physician orders; monitors healing progress over time.
- Educates patients on recovery practices and rehabilitation exercises.
LPN Float Nurse
Sarah Bush Lincoln
Mattoon, Illinois
08.2024 - 12.2025
- LPN at Sarah Bush Lincoln in the outpatient float pool. Worked at a variety of clinics including family medicine, pediatrics, urology, neurology, wound care, pulmonology, rheumatology, endocrinology, women's health, general surgery, cardiology, orthopedics, and the walk-in clinics.
- Roomed patients, recorded vital signs, administered injections, drew labs, performed CLIA testing, and communicated test results.
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CMA)
Sarah Bush Lincoln
Mattoon, IL
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Served as CMA in outpatient float pool at Sarah Bush Lincoln, providing support across diverse clinics including family medicine, pediatrics, urology, neurology, wound care, pulmonology, rheumatology, endocrinology, women's health, general surgery, cardiology, orthopedics, and walk-in clinics.
- Roomed patients, recorded vital signs, administered injections, drew lab samples, performed CLIA testing, and communicated test results to patients.
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT-LEAD CMA
HSHS Medical Group
Decatur
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Collected Covid-19 swabs, performed rapid testing for covid, flu, and strep, collected blood work, and administered Moderna and Pfizer vaccines to support patient health.
- Oversaw CMA operations in Drive-Thru clinic, enhancing patient care delivery and streamlining workflow.
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Kirby Medical Center
Monticello
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Roomed patients for all specialty providers and assisted with procedures and injections.
- Prepared patients for routine exams and medical procedures, enhancing patient readiness and comfort.
- Escorted patients to exam rooms, ensuring adherence to daily schedule and efficient patient flow.
- Answer patient questions to ensure complete understanding of all procedures.
- Properly collected and prepared laboratory samples, and accurately communicated laboratory results to patients.
- Assisted in wound care clinic each week, supporting patient treatment and care.
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT/PHLEBOTOMIST
HSHS Medical Group
Decatur
10.2019 - 09.2020
- Obtained blood samples for testing through venipuncture or capillary puncture, adhering to safety protocols.
- Proficient in obtaining patient medical history and vital signs (i.e., temperature, blood pressure, and pulse), promptly recording data in EHR and communicating patient concerns with physician.
- Prepared patients for routine exams and medical procedures, ensuring comfort and readiness.
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CMA)
Carle Health
Monticello
03.2018 - 10.2019
- Obtained patient medical history and vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse), recorded data in EHR, and communicated patient concerns to physician for timely care.
- Prepared patients for routine exams and medical procedures, ensuring comfort and readiness for assessments.
- Scheduled and rescheduled patient appointments to optimize calendar efficiency and minimize wait times.
Education
CERTIFICATE IN PRACTICAL NURSING -
Lake Land Community College
07-2024
COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS CERTIFICATE IN MENTAL HEALTH -
Parkland College
05-2022
COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS CERTIFICATE IN MEDICAL ASSISTANT -
Parkland College
05-2019
Skills
- Patient care
- Injections
- Documentation
- Phlebotomy
- Catheter Insertion
- Vital signs
- EMR
- CPR
- IV Insertion
- NG Tube Insertion
- Medication administration
- Wound care management
Certification
- BLS Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse-License NO. 043.136197
References
- Melanie Smitley, Sarah Bush Lincoln Clinic Supervisor, (217) 238-4971, MSmitley@sblhs.org
- Wendy Will, Sarah Bush Lincoln Clinic Supervisor, (217) 238-3000, WWill@sblhs.org
Timeline
LPN
Sarah Bush Lincoln
12.2025 - Current
LPN Float Nurse
Sarah Bush Lincoln
08.2024 - 12.2025
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CMA)
Sarah Bush Lincoln
06.2022 - 08.2024
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT-LEAD CMA
HSHS Medical Group
01.2021 - 05.2022
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT
Kirby Medical Center
09.2020 - 01.2021
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT/PHLEBOTOMIST
HSHS Medical Group
10.2019 - 09.2020
CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CMA)
Carle Health
03.2018 - 10.2019
CERTIFICATE IN PRACTICAL NURSING -
Lake Land Community College
COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS CERTIFICATE IN MENTAL HEALTH -
Parkland College
COMPLETED COURSEWORK TOWARDS CERTIFICATE IN MEDICAL ASSISTANT -
Parkland College