Nalini Patel
Cocoa,Florida
Summary
Level-headed health professional who remains calm and effective in extremely difficult and stressful situations. Strong belief in importance of companionship and support in patient care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
CMA
Health First Cancer Institute
Titusville, FL
02.2020 - Current
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies using facility cost reporting records.
- Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Measured patient pulse oximetry.
- Helped improve patient outcomes by educating and advising on relevant treatments and care.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Medical Assistant
ANY LAB TEST NOW
10.2017 - Current
- Conducted venipuncture and other CT procedures
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing
- Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce their fear or anxiety, and optimize their cooperation
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures
- Followed infection control procedures
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients
- Ensured HIPAA compliance.
Medical Assistant
Cancer Care Centers of Brevard
05.2012 - 10.2017
- Prepared and administered medications as directed by a physician
- Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients
- Reported any unusual circumstances in the patients' condition or environment
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse
- Supported diagnostic procedures, assisted with technical nursing treatments and entered information in patient records and charts
- Participated in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities
- Prepared blood, urine, stool and sputum lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment
- Welcomed patients and inquired as to their wellbeing since their last treatment
- Conducted machine safety checks according to facility policy
- Performed procedures and uses equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, including blood draws, foley catheter removal and EKGs
- Provided a comforting and soothing environment
- Assisted physicians in follow-through of care
- Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care
- Ensured collection of lab specimens by appropriate lab courier
- Identified test discrepancies
- Prepared initial patient charts for admission
- Offered age-appropriate patient care before, during and after exams
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation
- Assisted patients and families in achieving positive outcomes through thorough assessments
- Tailored care to meet the specific needs of each patient
- Collected all pertinent data and calculations to aid the physician in interpreting results
- Obtained pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight
- Report significant information and changes in patient condition to nurse supervisor
- Monitored expiration of medical supplies and medications
- Monitored test accuracy using quality controls
- Measured patient pulse oximetry
- Processed patient specimens according to priority and documented results
- Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer
- Escorted patients to examination rooms
- Obtained information about clients' medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies
- Maintained a safe and clean environment up to infection control standards
- Obtained all prescribed laboratory testing.
Education
MEDICAL ASSISTANT -
EVEREST COLLEGE
Melbourne, FL01.2012
Skills
- Patient Care
- Heartsaver First Aid
- Medical terminology in Languages
- Electronic Charting
- Patient-focused care
- Phlebotomy
- Vital Signs Documentation
- Inventory and supply management
- First Aid
- Vitals Collection and Documentation
- Certified Medical Assistant
- EMR / EHR
- Specimen Collection
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED
- Heartsaver First Aid (First Aid)
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Additional Information
I am reliable and dependable. I am also fluent in Spanish.
Skills - Nalini Patel
1011 Greenwood Way, COCOA, Florida, 32922, (321)501-3828, pnalini23@yahoo.com
Timeline
CMA
Health First Cancer Institute
02.2020 - Current
Medical Assistant
ANY LAB TEST NOW
10.2017 - Current
Medical Assistant
Cancer Care Centers of Brevard
05.2012 - 10.2017
MEDICAL ASSISTANT -
EVEREST COLLEGE