Nakibra turner
Florence,SC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Medical Assistant with hands-on clinical and administrative experience in fast-paced healthcare environments. Currently pursuing Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification to further enhance patient care capabilities. Eager to contribute strong communication, multitasking, and patient-centered care skills to a supportive medical team while continuing to grow professionally in the nursing field.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
PATIENT CARE SITTER
MCLEOD HOSPITAL
06.2022 - Current
- Provided continuous 1:1 observation for high-risk patients, including those with fall risk, suicidal ideation, or behavioral health concerns, ensuring a safe environment.
- Monitored and documented patient behavior, reporting changes in condition or safety concerns promptly to nursing staff.
- Assisted with basic patient needs such as ambulation, repositioning, toileting, and feeding while maintaining patient dignity and comfort.
- Used de-escalation techniques and therapeutic communication to support patients experiencing confusion, agitation, or emotional distress.
- Collaborated with nurses, CNAs, and other healthcare staff to implement care plans and maintain a calm, safe care environment.
- Maintained infection control and safety standards by following hospital protocols and using personal protective equipment appropriately.
- Helped reduce incidents of falls and injuries through vigilant supervision and timely intervention.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
MCLEOD URGENT CARE
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Roomed 30–40 patients daily, obtaining vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints to ensure efficient provider workflow.
- Assisted physicians and nurse practitioners with in-office procedures including suturing, splinting, wound care, EKGs, and rapid testing (e.g., strep, flu, COVID-19).
- Administered injections and immunizations following proper documentation protocols and safety procedures.
- Performed phlebotomy and collected laboratory specimens for in-house and external lab analysis, ensuring proper labeling and transport.
- Maintained accurate and timely electronic health record (EHR) documentation using [Epic].
- Educated patients on discharge instructions, medication usage, wound care, and follow-up guidelines to promote recovery and compliance.
- Monitored inventory and restocked exam rooms daily, ensuring availability of supplies and adherence to infection control standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to facilitate smooth patient flow and reduce waiting times.
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
MCLEOD HOSPITAL
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Performs a variety of general cleaning tasks to maintain patient rooms, offices, hallways and other assigned areas of the facility.
- Empty trash in assigned areas daily.
- Maintain a safe work environment in patient’s room and assigned areas for Mcleod Hospital.
- Interact with patients, visitors, and associates in a friendly and efficient manner to meet their needs.
- Maintain cleanliness within patient care, post-patient care and all non-patient and public areas including the cleansing of sterile areas.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
MUSC UROGYNECOLOGIST
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Relayed messages to facilitate effective treatment.
- Contributed to efficient office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team efficiency.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures, and physician instructions.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Monitored medical supply levels to confirm sufficient stock, promptly placing replenishment orders before depletion.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patient’s prescriptions.
- Performed preliminary physical test, such as taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
MEDICAL ASSOCIATES OF BREVARD/PRODY UROLOGY LLC
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Relayed messages to facilitate effective treatment.
- Contributed to efficient office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint.
- Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
- Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team efficiency.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patients, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Educated patients about medications, procedures, and physician instructions.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Monitored medical supply levels to confirm sufficient stock, promptly placing replenishment orders before depletion.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patient’s prescriptions.
- Performed preliminary physical test, such as taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
- Assessed, documented, and monitored vital signs for more than 30 patients per day.
- Assisted with in office procedures such as: Cystoscopy, Vasectomies, and Testopel.
Education
LPN -
FDTC
FLORENCE, SC08-2025
CMA CERTIFICATE -
EVEREST UNIVERSITY
MELBOURNE, FL05-2013
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
CHATTANOOGA SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS AND SCIENCES
CHATTANOOGA, TN05-2000
Skills
- Clinical applications
- Patient scheduling
- Stocking supplies
- Microsoft office: Word, Excel, Outlook
- EMR: E-clinical, Epic
- Vital signs: Blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respirationetc
- Lab safety and procedures
- Administer injections
- Medication claims forms
Timeline
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
MCLEOD URGENT CARE
08.2022 - 05.2025
PATIENT CARE SITTER
MCLEOD HOSPITAL
06.2022 - Current
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
MCLEOD HOSPITAL
09.2021 - 09.2022
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
MUSC UROGYNECOLOGIST
09.2020 - 06.2021
MEDICAL ASSISTANT
MEDICAL ASSOCIATES OF BREVARD/PRODY UROLOGY LLC
09.2020 - 06.2021
LPN -
FDTC
CMA CERTIFICATE -
EVEREST UNIVERSITY
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
CHATTANOOGA SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS AND SCIENCES
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