Professional administrative professional with comprehensive experience prepared for this role. Proven ability to manage patient records, schedule appointments, and facilitate communication within healthcare and other settings. Adept at collaborating with team members and adapting to changing demands. Skilled in data entry, strong communication, and maintaining confidentiality. Reliable and results-focused with strong commitment to supporting healthcare operations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Unit Secretary
Mangnolia Manor Nursing Center
03.2020 - 01.2025
Assisted nursing staff with patient care, ensuring timely completion of tasks and improved patient satisfaction.
Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
Maintained a clean, organized work environment for optimal efficiency in the delivery of patient care services.
Contributed to positive patient experiences by greeting visitors, providing directions, and addressing inquiries professionally.
Maintained rapport with physicians, nurses and other healthcare personnel.
Assisted with the training and onboarding of new unit secretaries, sharing expertise and best practices to ensure their success in the role.
Improved unit workflow by effectively prioritizing tasks and collaborating with team members to complete assignments in a timely manner.
Managed inventory levels of office supplies, ensuring adequate stock was available at all times for efficient unit operations.
Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting work hours to meet fluctuating demands of the unit, ensuring coverage during both peak times and staff shortages.
Scheduled appointments and maintained department master calendar to facilitate efficient patient flow.
Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing medical records and promptly scheduling appointments.
Streamlined unit operations by maintaining an organized filing system for easy access to patient information.
Monitored inventory levels and advised management of need for replenishment.
Boosted staff morale through clear communication, professionalism, and collaboration in daily activities across various roles within facility settings.
Reduced administrative burden for nurses, allowing more time for patient care, by taking over clerical duties.
Supported healthcare staff during emergencies by rapidly assembling patient information and facilitating communication.
Increased efficiency in patient care, organizing charts and medical records for easy access.
Administrative Office Manager
Nightgale Homecare
08.2017 - 02.2020
Created a welcoming office environment by maintaining clean, organized spaces for staff use.
Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
Managed payroll and benefits administration to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.
Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
Monitored inventory levels of office supplies, placing orders when necessary to prevent stock shortages.
Developed strong relationships with clients through exceptional customer service and timely responses to inquiries.
Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive information, upholding the highest standards of professionalism at all times.
Assisted executive management with special projects as needed to support overall business objectives.
Fostered a positive work culture through open communication channels, promoting teamwork and collaboration among staff members.
Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
Coordinated events and meetings, resulting in seamless execution and positive attendee experiences.
Streamlined office processes by implementing efficient organizational systems and procedures.
Managed hiring process from job posting to onboarding, ensuring top talent acquisition for key positions.
Optimized workflow within the office by delegating tasks effectively among team members according to expertise levels.
Ensured timely completion of projects by creating detailed schedules and monitoring progress throughout each phase.
Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to employees for continuous improvement efforts.
Completed bi-weekly payroll for over 20 employees.
Created organized filing system to manage department documents.
Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel.
Managed supervisor itinerary and appointments and streamlined scheduling procedures.
Improved office operations by automating client correspondence, record tracking and data communications.
Activities Assistant
Magnolia Manor Nursing Center
08.2015 - 08.2017
Supported emotional well-being of residents with personalized one-on-one interactions and attentive care during activities.
Enhanced resident engagement by organizing and leading diverse activities such as arts, crafts, games, and outings.
Promoted cognitive health by designing mentally stimulating activities such as trivia games, puzzles, and memory exercises.
Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
Provided emotional support and companionship to improve quality of life for residents.
Provided clear communication to staff, residents, and family members regarding upcoming events and any necessary accommodations or modifications needed for participation.
Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability when faced with unforeseen circumstances or changes to scheduled programming, ensuring a consistently enjoyable experience for residents.
Evaluated the effectiveness of each activity based on participant feedback and adjusted programming accordingly for increased satisfaction.
Maintained cleanliness standards within activity spaces through diligent organization efforts and adherence to infection control protocols.
Cultivated a positive atmosphere within the facility by creating an engaging calendar filled with varied recreational offerings that appealed to different interests.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all activities, minimizing risk of injury to participants.
Assisted with physical therapy exercises to help residents regain strength and mobility.
Caregiver
Self-employeed
04.2011 - 04.2015
Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Administrative Assistant
Americus Fire and Emergency Services
08.1997 - 03.2011
Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
Optimized calendar management for executives by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
Facilitated collaboration within team by organizing regular meetings and tracking project progress.
Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
Facilitated cross-departmental communication, organizing meetings to discuss project progress and align objectives.
Streamlined office operations, implementing digital file management systems to reduce paper use and increase efficiency.
Supported recruitment processes, scheduling interviews and communicating with applicants to improve hiring timelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Americus High School
Americus, GA
06-1989
Skills
Incoming call reception
Strong organization
Customer service
Telephone reception
Appointment scheduling
Clinical support
Critical thinking
Data entry
Time management
Collaboration and teamwork
Administrative support
Supply ordering
Problem-solving
Office coordination
Timeline
Unit Secretary
Mangnolia Manor Nursing Center
03.2020 - 01.2025
Administrative Office Manager
Nightgale Homecare
08.2017 - 02.2020
Activities Assistant
Magnolia Manor Nursing Center
08.2015 - 08.2017
Caregiver
Self-employeed
04.2011 - 04.2015
Administrative Assistant
Americus Fire and Emergency Services
08.1997 - 03.2011
High School Diploma -
Americus High School
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