Monika Sami
Bellingham,WA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated CMA with extensive experience at Peace Health Medical Center, skilled in vital sign monitoring and clinical documentation. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through effective communication and patient-focused care, ensuring optimal outcomes and comfort. A reliable team player committed to maintaining high standards of care and compliance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CMA
Peace Health Medical Center
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
Patient Team Support
St Josephs Medical Center
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- 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.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Educated family members on caregiving techniques to better support their loved ones at home after discharge from the facility.
CNA
Self Employed CNA & Home Health Caregiver
02.2017 - 07.2022
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and develop effective care strategies.
- Implemented infection control protocols, minimizing spread of illnesses among patients and staff.
- Supported patients with personal care tasks to preserve dignity and promote independence.
Education
CNA Certificate - Pre Nursing
Skagit Valley College
Mount Vernon, WA04.2017
Associate Of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Whatcom Community College
Bellingham, WA06.2011
Diploma -
Bellingham High School
Bellingham, WA06.2007
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Vital sign monitoring
- EMR / EHR
- Direct patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Patient-focused care
- Reliable team player
- Procedure assistance
- Compassionate
- CPR
- Immunization administration
- Specimens collection and processing
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
Timeline
CMA
Peace Health Medical Center
08.2024 - 02.2025
Patient Team Support
St Josephs Medical Center
08.2022 - 08.2024
CNA
Self Employed CNA & Home Health Caregiver
02.2017 - 07.2022
CNA Certificate - Pre Nursing
Skagit Valley College
Associate Of Applied Science - Medical Assistant
Whatcom Community College
Diploma -
Bellingham High School
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