Mariah Southwick
Boise,ID
Summary
As a graduate in Heath Sciences with an Emphasis in Public Health, I am looking to progress in my career and employment opportunities. I have experience as a Surgical Coordinator for an eye clinic; an Intern for a child and youth nutrition and exercise program, and Certified Nurse Assistant in various settings. My personal strengths include self-management, organization, and interpersonal skills. Through my work experience, I have developed strong problem solving skills, the ability to manage a high workload, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and evaluate and advocate for patient needs. I am skilled in EPIC and multiple Microsoft platforms.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
24/7 Nursing Care
Boise, ID
11.2020 - Current
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Consulted with nurses to develop patient care plans and evaluate treatment options.
Surgical Coordinator
Treasure Valley Eye Center
Boise, ID
03.2019 - 11.2020
- Patient scheduling, triage, insurance verification, prior authorizations.
- Assist MD as a scribe, with completion of ordered eye exams, and required patient paperwork prior to surgery.
- Review patients health history prior to surgery, and plan for post-operative care.
- Checked patient insurance and collected pre-authorizations from providers.
- Worked with operating facilities to schedule procedures on behalf of the ophthalmologist surgeon.
- Distributed treatment and procedural information to patients.
- Scheduled follow-up appointments as designated by physician.
- Collaborated and established strong working relationships with physicians, supervisors and colleagues.
CNA
Madison Carriage Cove
Rexburg, Idaho
11.2017 - 07.2018
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Home Health CNA and Personal care assistant
Brightstar Care
Boise, ID
09.2016 - 04.2017
- Worked with patients in their home with activities of daily living, personal necessities, cleaning and cooking.
- Transportation and assistance with grocery shopping and doctors’ appointments.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
CNA
Genesis Healthcare
Rexburg, Idaho
10.2014 - 01.2016
- Clinical care of nursing home patients consisting of various activities such as vital signs, wound care, bathing, bowel care programs.
- Followed direction and assignment of nursing staff maintaining strong working relationships.
- Helped maintain inventory, stock supplies, and assisted with cleaning as needed.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff for immediate assessment.
- Delivered high level of care to every patient.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences-Public Health Emphasis
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg, ID12.2018
Minor - Photography
Brigham Young University
12.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant -
College of Western Idaho
05.2012
Skills
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Quick problem solver
- Charting expertise
- Collecting vital signs
- General housekeeping ability
- Grooming and bathing assistance
- Patient relations
- Understands mobility assistance needs
- Reliable transportation
Timeline
CNA
24/7 Nursing Care
11.2020 - Current
Surgical Coordinator
Treasure Valley Eye Center
03.2019 - 11.2020
CNA
Madison Carriage Cove
11.2017 - 07.2018
Home Health CNA and Personal care assistant
Brightstar Care
09.2016 - 04.2017
CNA
Genesis Healthcare
10.2014 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences-Public Health Emphasis
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Minor - Photography
Brigham Young University
Certified Nursing Assistant -
College of Western Idaho