Nakita Baker
Bloomfield Hills,MI
Summary
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Highly motivated and committed Medical Assistant with proven history of superior performance at individual, team and organizational levels. Multitasks and prioritizes workloads with little or no supervision. Detail-oriented professional looking to bring medical background and team-building skills to deadline-driven environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Sitter
Private Duty
12.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with mobility issues, transferring from bed to wheelchair or providing support while walking
- Promoted patients' recovery and improvement by implementing outlined treatment plans
- Managed emergencies effectively by contacting appropriate medical personnel if necessary
- Monitored clients' vital signs and reported any abnormalities or concerns to family members or healthcare professionals
Nurse Assistant
Beaumont Hospital
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Practical Nurse
Advisacare
09.2022 - 12.2024
- Determined intervention strategies after evaluating patient conditions
- Tracked patients' responses to medications and vitals for treating clinicians
- Removed and replaced used catheters and wound dressings
- Kept chart and unit record documentation updated
Caregiver
Private Duty
01.2020 - 12.2023
- Documented care provided and progress made, ensuring accurate records
- Performed light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and safe environment for clients
- Monitored clients' vital signs and reported any abnormalities to medical staff
Medication Technician
The Medical Team
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Dressed, bathed, and fed patients needing extra care and assistance
- Communicated with pharmacies to re-order medications for patients
- Assisted in monitoring patient vital signs and medication side effects
Patient Care Technician
Dmc Harper University Hospital (ED)
02.2020 - 12.2020
- Measured vital signs and updated chart with current information
- Performed blood draws and basic laboratory tests to support diagnostic procedures and start IV's
- Performed electrocardiogram EKG tests on patients
Medical Assistant
Horizon Care Medical Group, PLC
02.2018 - 11.2019
- Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures/ exams, including but not limited to EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing, pulmonary function tests, administered injection and medications as directed by a physician.
- Interviewed patients to verify information, record medical history and confirm the purpose of the visit.
- Monitored patient stability by checking vital signs and weight.
- Performed X-rays
- Assist with procedures
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Christina Kimbrough, LLC
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Greeted more than 75 patients daily prepared them for exams and assessed and recoded vital signs.
- Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines
- Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival
- Administered patient blood & urine samples and prepared for lab.
- Recorded & updated patient information to the EMR, as well as managing appointment scheduling and follow up.
- Prepared prescription refill requests on behalf of the physician to prevent lags.
Lead Medical Assistant
Concerto Healthcare
06.2015 - 09.2016
- Oversee and manage clinical flow, the interaction of all clinical staff, and all daily functions.
- Ensure all Ma's provide quality medical treatment.
- Assessed patients and documented their medical histories.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
Trained new staff on quality control procedures. - Assisted doctors with non-invasive procedures.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
- Authorized drug refills and provided detailed prescription information to pharmacies.
- Performed monthly inventory and maintained office and medical supply counts.
- Performed vitals/glucose testing and assisted in administering injections and urinalysis.
- Routinely retracted patient throat cultures and prepared them for lab submission.
- Skillfully performed suture removals
Medical Assistant
Grandriverhealth DMC
09.2013 - 06.2015
- Schedule referral appointments
- Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate effective treatment.
- Sterilized instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies in adherence to OSHA regulations.
- Performed routine tests such as urine dip stick, vision and hearing tests.
- Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including but not limited to EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
Receptionist/Medical Assistant
Park Medical Centers
10.2012 - 09.2013
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Dorsey College
Roseville, MI09.2022
Skills
- Fall prevention techniques
- Case management experience
- Injury prevention
- Medical chart documentation
- Wound dressing
- HIPAA compliance
- CPR-AED
- Decision-making
- Phlebotomy
- IV insertion
Timeline
Nurse Assistant
Beaumont Hospital
01.2025 - 02.2025
Patient Sitter
Private Duty
12.2023 - Current
Practical Nurse
Advisacare
09.2022 - 12.2024
Medication Technician
The Medical Team
09.2022 - 05.2023
Patient Care Technician
Dmc Harper University Hospital (ED)
02.2020 - 12.2020
Caregiver
Private Duty
01.2020 - 12.2023
Medical Assistant
Horizon Care Medical Group, PLC
02.2018 - 11.2019
Lead Medical Assistant
Concerto Healthcare
06.2015 - 09.2016
Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
Christina Kimbrough, LLC
01.2015 - 12.2017
Medical Assistant
Grandriverhealth DMC
09.2013 - 06.2015
Receptionist/Medical Assistant
Park Medical Centers
10.2012 - 09.2013
Diploma - Nursing
Dorsey College