Moneshia Sims
Mesquite ,TX
Summary
Accomplished Medical Assistant with a proven track record at Parkland Hospital Correctional Health, enhancing patient care through expert phlebotomy and vital sign monitoring. Skilled in EMR/EHR systems and known for building strong patient relationships, demonstrating a reliable team player attitude. Achieved a significant improvement in patient documentation accuracy and efficiency.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Parkland Hospital Correctional Health
03.2022 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Phlebotomy
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nurse Dash (Agency)
04.2019 - 02.2022
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Medical Assistant
Care Now Urgent Care
03.2018 - 02.2019
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Updated inventory, expiration and vaccine logs to maintain current tracking documentation.
Hospice Aide
Angel Hands Hospice
01.2016 - 03.2018
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families based on trust, empathy, active listening skills, and open communication.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, individualized care and addressing specific needs.
- Protected privacy and delivered comfort to preserve dignity of dying patient and family members.
Hospice Aide
Hospice Plus
08.2011 - 11.2015
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients and their families based on trust, empathy, active listening skills, and open communication.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate, individualized care and addressing specific needs.
- Enabled family members'' involvement in the hospice experience through effective communication and emotional support.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between different stages of hospice care by effectively coordinating with home health aides, nurses, social workers, physicians, and volunteers.
- Contributed to culture of empathy and care, receiving commendation from families for dedication and kindness.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Remington College
Garland, TX03.2018
Skills
Vital Sign Monitoring
EMR / EHR
Direct Patient Care
Reliable team player
Electronic Medical Records
Patient-focused care
Phlebotomy Techniques
Laboratory Specimen Collection
Prioritizing stat orders
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Parkland Hospital Correctional Health
03.2022 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Nurse Dash (Agency)
04.2019 - 02.2022
Medical Assistant
Care Now Urgent Care
03.2018 - 02.2019
Hospice Aide
Angel Hands Hospice
01.2016 - 03.2018
Hospice Aide
Hospice Plus
08.2011 - 11.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Remington College
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