Nykeria Berry
Certified Medical Assistant
Houston,Texas
Summary
Conscientious Healthcare professional offering over 8 years of experience in fast-paced settings. Competent in organizing charts, preparing patient rooms and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Positive and upbeat with excellent communication skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Patient Care Technician- Med Surg
Memorial Hermann Hospital
Houston, TX
04.2026 - Current
- Monitored and documented patient vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks and activities, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Implemented infection control protocols, reducing risk of hospital-acquired infections among patients.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions.
Medical Assistant
MD Anderson Cancer Hospital
Houston, TX
08.2023 - 04.2026
- Take vital signs every 2 hours
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) to promote independence and comfort.
- Take vitals signs every 2 hours
- Help with ADLs
- Delivered high-quality wound care services including dressing changes, suture removals, and incision site monitoring for signs of infection or complications.
- Reduced patient wait times by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing patient flow during busy clinic hours.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, providing accurate results to facilitate effective treatment plans.
- Provided compassionate care to diverse populations, fostering trust and rapport with patients of all ages and backgrounds.
- Processed laboratory specimens according to established guidelines, ensuring accuracy of test results for appropriate clinical decision-making.
- Assisted in development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to elevate patient satisfaction and overall clinic performance.
- Completed Completed Facilitated completion of FMLA paperwork to ensure patient compliance with regulations. for eligible employees. for employee leave requests, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Transported patients to the hospital for admission, ensuring comfort and safety during transfer.
- Assisted in administration of chemotherapy treatments, ensuring patient comfort and proper procedures were followed.
- Provided detailed patient reports to Nurse Practitioners and Physicians, ensuring accurate information for treatment plans.
- Giving report to NP and Physician
Patient Advocate
Ro Health
Houston, TX
12.2025 - 03.2026
- Advocated for patients' rights, ensuring access to necessary healthcare resources and services.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Educated patients on treatment options, guiding them through complex medical processes and decisions.
- Facilitated communication between patients and providers, resolving concerns and enhancing patient satisfaction.
- Mentored new staff in effective advocacy techniques and best practices for patient engagement.
- Analyzed patient feedback to identify areas for service improvement and recommend actionable solutions.
- Responded to patient concerns and questions with compassionate and knowledgeable service.
Certified Medical Assistant
Avenue 360 Health & Wellness
Houston, TX
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Rooming 100 patients per day
- Injections
- Lab testing
- Specimen processing
- Urinalysis Collection
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms, and helping patients with diverse needs.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
- Completed clinical procedures and gathered patient data for interpretation by physician.
Patient Care Technician
Lynwood Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
Houston, TX
07.2017 - 12.2019
- Conducted patient education on treatment procedures and post-discharge care, promoting better health outcomes.
- Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
- Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to safer hospital environment.
- Supported patients' daily living activities, improving their hospital stay experience.
- Improved patient satisfaction with attentive communication and responsiveness to needs.
- Enhanced teamwork by collaborating closely with nurses and doctors to coordinate patient care.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and post-discharge instructions, empowering them to take control of their own health maintenance.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures to support patient care plans.
- Ensured safety and well-being of patients through diligent observation and reporting of changes in condition.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
The College of Health Care Professions
Houston, TX08.2022
High School Diploma -
Gautier High School
Gautier, MS05.2016
Skills
- Electronic health records
- Medical Records Management
- Medical billing and coding
- Epic/Eclinical Work
- Monitoring patient progress
- Medical office administration
- CPR
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Management
- Patient Scheduling
- Phlebotomy
- Administering Injections
- Urine test collection
- Medical Terminology
- Administering Medication
- HIPPA
Timeline
Patient Care Technician- Med Surg
Memorial Hermann Hospital
04.2026 - Current
Patient Advocate
Ro Health
12.2025 - 03.2026
Medical Assistant
MD Anderson Cancer Hospital
08.2023 - 04.2026
Certified Medical Assistant
Avenue 360 Health & Wellness
08.2022 - 08.2023
Patient Care Technician
Lynwood Healthcare And Rehabilitation Center
07.2017 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Gautier High School
Some College (No Degree) -
The College of Health Care Professions