Michaela Washington
Port Saint Lucie
Summary
Healthcare professional committed to delivering compassionate care and supporting patient needs. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with medical staff and adapt to dynamic healthcare environments. Reliable team player focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes through empathetic care and attention . Ready to Adept at maintaining high standards, ensuring patient comfort, and executing tasks efficiently. Strong focus on teamwork, and achieving outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNA
Safe Homecare
Stuart, FL
04.2025 - Current
- Observed changes in patient's physical condition or behavior and reported them promptly to the RN on duty.
- Supported physician orders concerning diet modifications, activity restrictions or other therapeutic interventions.
- Ensured safe transfer of patients from beds to wheelchairs using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Provided compassionate care to elderly patients ensuring their safety and comfort during treatments or procedures.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations following proper protocol for resuscitation efforts.
- Performed routine tasks such as changing bed linens, replenishing supplies and cleaning equipment per infection control guidelines.
- Assisted patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing and toileting while maintaining their dignity and respect.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
Medical Assistant
Wellmed Medical Group
Port Saint Lucie, FLORIDA
10.2020 - 08.2024
- Observed vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure readings, height and weight measurements accurately and reported any abnormalities to the supervising physician.
- Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood tests under the supervision of a physician.
- Assisted in medical record keeping and filing, including patient registration and scheduling appointments.
- Prioritized patient needs identified through phone, electronic, and walk-in communication to comply with established guidelines.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
- I worked very closely with all Intellectual disability patients and stable patients .
Education
High School Diploma -
SLW Centennial Highschool
Port Saint Lucie, FL05-2019
No Degree - CNA
INDIAN RIVER STATE COLLEGE
Ft. Pierce, FL12-2024
No Degree - Medical Assistant
Fortis College
Port Saint Lucie, FL09-2020
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Bloodborne Pathogen trained
- Direct patient care
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Clinical documentation
- EMR / EHR
- BLS CPR
- CPR
- Patient care
- Time management
- Compassion and empathy
- Safety precautions
Certification
- BLS CPR
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Medical Assistant
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
CNA
Safe Homecare
04.2025 - Current
Medical Assistant
Wellmed Medical Group
10.2020 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
SLW Centennial Highschool
No Degree - CNA
INDIAN RIVER STATE COLLEGE
No Degree - Medical Assistant
Fortis College