McKenna Shellhammer
Homer City,PA
Summary
I am a hardworking, compassionate individual looking to help others around me become healthy and enjoy the greatest moments of their lives. I enjoy providing outstanding care to patients and maintaining their safety throughout their hospital stay. I enjoy teamwork, communicating with new people, and spending time with my family. I plan to attend my transitions in Oncology at UPMC Shadyside.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Indiana Regional Medical Center
Indiana , PA
03.2022 - Current
- Conducted EKGs and other diagnostic tests
- Monitored vital signs.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Assisted physicians with preparing patients for examinations.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
Medical Assistant
Otolaryngology, Bosco E Noronha MD
Indiana, PA
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Triaged patients.
- Monitored vital signs.
- Assisted in preparing patients for procedures.
- Kept examination rooms clean and stocked with necessary supplies.
- Answered phones and scheduled appointments.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
Personal Care Assistant
Maple Valley Personal Care Home
Shelocta, PA
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted in feeding when needed.
- Performed housekeeping duties including laundry, vacuuming, dusting, mopping floors and changing bed linens.
- Utilized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers or canes as needed.
- Assessed changes in condition or behavior of the client which may require further medical attention.
- Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
Education
Nursing
UPMC Shadyside School Of Nursing
Pittsburgh, PA12-2024
High School Diploma -
River Valley High School
Blairsville, PA05-2022
Nursing
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Indiana, PASkills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient Feeding
- Patient-focused care
- Phlebotomy
- Patient bathing
- Equipment Sterilization
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Adaptable
- Patient Care Coordination
- Patient toileting
- Electrocardiography (EKG)
- Stocking supplies
- Electronic Medical Records
- Preparing specimens and samples
- CPR
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Direct Patient Care
Certifications & Clearances
- BLS Certified
- Act 33 Clearance
- Act 34 Clearance
- Act 73 Clearance
Accomplishments
- DAISY nominee March of 2024
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Indiana Regional Medical Center
03.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant
Otolaryngology, Bosco E Noronha MD
08.2021 - 03.2022
Personal Care Assistant
Maple Valley Personal Care Home
09.2020 - 08.2021
Nursing
UPMC Shadyside School Of Nursing
High School Diploma -
River Valley High School
Nursing
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
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