Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Markia Morrison

Lafayette,LA

Summary

Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant/ Clinical Associate with 8 years of extensive experience in patient care and nurse care center administrative functions. Strong clinical skills combined with ability to evaluate and advocate for patient needs. Excellent relationship-building, prioritization and time management skills. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle all patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients, families, and managed care team through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.


Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Associate

Our Lady Of Lourdes Regional Medical Center
Lafayette, LA
11.2020 - Current
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Utilized effective communication and active listening skills when interacting with physicians, nursing staff and patients.
  • Assisted patients with basic care needs.

• Utilized Epic systems software to complete patient charting and observe electronic health records.


Certified Nursing Assistant

Cornerstone/ Paramount Healthcare Consultants LLC
Lafayette, LA
05.2016 - 04.2020
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in Number-bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.

Education

Certificate - Nursing Assistance

Infinity College
Lafayette, LA
03.2014

Diploma - High School Courses

Charter High School
Lafayette, LA
05.2012

Skills

  • Psychological Testing
  • Clinical Interventions
  • Diabetic Care
  • Social Ethics
  • Clinical Information Systems
  • Medical Supply Monitoring
  • Acute and Chronic Pain
  • Electronic Charting
  • Blood Sample Collection
  • Medical Histories and Vital Statistics

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • First Aid/CPR Certified
  • ECG (Electrocardiography) trained

Timeline

Clinical Associate

Our Lady Of Lourdes Regional Medical Center
11.2020 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Cornerstone/ Paramount Healthcare Consultants LLC
05.2016 - 04.2020

Certificate - Nursing Assistance

Infinity College

Diploma - High School Courses

Charter High School
Markia Morrison