Megan Thigpen-Ross
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Energetic and experienced care technician dedicated to providing comprehensive support and care to patients. Committed to increasing treatment knowledge through hands-on learning. Skilled in solving complex problems and remaining calm in emergency situations. Proficient in patient care and emergency response. Responsible nurse aide with expertise in monitoring ongoing conditions and strong understanding of documentation practices. Compassionate nature provides families with peace of mind and offers ambulation and personal assistance to meet diverse patient needs. Strong organizational skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker seeking an entry-level Medical Assistant position in a hospital or physician office environment. Ready to contribute to the team's efforts in achieving company goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician
Chesapeake Regional Healthcare
07.2022 - Current
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
Nurse Aide
SeniorCorp/Home Care Assistance
03.2017 - Current
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Scheduled and accompanied client to medical appointments
- Adhered to all resident lifting and safe lifting instructions and rules
- Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers
- Assisted patients with mobility issues in areas such as beds, wheelchair usage and automobile travel
- Completed dusting, washing dishes, laundry and vacuuming for patients
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment
- Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition and progress
- Followed safe lifting techniques and individual resident lifting instructions
- Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
Preschool Assistant Teacher
First Discovery CDC
04.2014 - 03.2017
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child
- Created weekly newsletter to keep families informed about school activities
- Delivered clear, concise instructions to children to aid in each student's decision-making
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior
- Wiped down play areas, toys, tables and other hard surfaces to minimize germ spread
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities
Preschool Lead Teacher
Rainbow Preschool
04.2005 - 06.2014
- Established guidelines for teacher performance, lesson planning and compliance with established procedures
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans
- Provided open and loving environment where children direct learning process
- Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness
- Completed documentation on individual children and teachers for recordkeeping
Education
International Honor Society -
U.S Career Institute
Colorado04.2022
Medical Assistant - Healthcare
U.S Career Institute
Colorado04.2022
Certificated Nurse Assistant - Healthcare
Tidewater Medical Training
Virginia Beach11.2016
Web Design - Web Design
University Of Phoenix
Virginia Beach02.2011
Business Administration - Business
Tidewater Community College
Virginia Beach02.2007
High School Diploma - undefined
Frank W. Cox High School
Virginia Beach06.2004
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Responding to emergencies
- Transporting patients
- Observing responses
- Direct Patient Care
- Recording vital signs
- Supporting personal needs
Timeline
Patient Care Technician
Chesapeake Regional Healthcare
07.2022 - Current
Nurse Aide
SeniorCorp/Home Care Assistance
03.2017 - Current
Preschool Assistant Teacher
First Discovery CDC
04.2014 - 03.2017
Preschool Lead Teacher
Rainbow Preschool
04.2005 - 06.2014
Certificated Nurse Assistant - Healthcare
Tidewater Medical Training
Web Design - Web Design
University Of Phoenix
Business Administration - Business
Tidewater Community College
High School Diploma - undefined
Frank W. Cox High School
International Honor Society -
U.S Career Institute
Medical Assistant - Healthcare
U.S Career Institute
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