Odessa Fort
Jackson,MS
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with a focus on patient care, highly productive in fast-paced environments and proficient at completing tasks efficiently. Specialized skills include vital signs monitoring, patient monitoring, and emergency situation management. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork, ensuring optimal patient comfort and support.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Student
Hinds Community College
Jackson, MS
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Conducted basic physical exams such as measuring height, weight, BMI and recording results in patient charts.
- Practiced infection control measures, including proper handwashing and PPE use.
- Assessed patient responses to treatments or interventions promptly.
Opthalmic Assistant
Walmart
Jackson, MS
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Set appointments, verified insurance and informed patients of important points such as pre-surgery restrictions.
- Wrote, edited, and filed patient medical records, maintaining confidentiality.
- Interacted with eye care providers to facilitate patient treatment goals.
- Scheduled appointments for patients and verified insurance eligibility when necessary.
- Maintained smooth patient flow throughout facility, promoting efficient overall operations.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers regarding patient care plans and follow up instructions.
Student Athletic Trainer
University of West Alabama
Livingston , MS
08.2011 - 05.2014
- Provided immediate care to injured athletes on site.
- Coordinated with coaches and team staff to ensure athlete health and safety protocols were followed.
- Evaluated equipment used by athletes to ensure it is safe and properly maintained.
- Monitored athletes' health and fitness levels, including hydration and nutrition.
- Maintained records of all treatments provided to athletes.
- Provided support in therapeutic modalities under the supervision of a certified athletic trainer.
- Devised training programs to improve performance and minimize injury risks.
- Worked closely with athletes to monitor and direct strength and cardio training.
- Conducted initial assessment of athletes' injuries and illnesses and referred to medical professionals as necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
05-2014
- Bilateral Coursework in Athletic Training
- Student Firefighter and EMT
Associate of Arts - General Studies
05-2011
- Additional Coursework in Athletic Training
Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing
- Coursework in Foundations of Patient Care
Skills
- Infection control standards
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Task prioritization
- Vitals monitoring
- Mobility assistance
- Patient assessments
- Quality of care standards
- Direct patient care
- Patient monitoring
- Medical documentation
- Medical records management
- Clinical judgment
Timeline
Nursing Student - Hinds Community College
08.2024 - 12.2024
Opthalmic Assistant - Walmart
05.2023 - 06.2024
Student Athletic Trainer - University of West Alabama
08.2011 - 05.2014
University of West Alabama - Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science
Hinds Community College - Associate of Arts, General Studies
Hinds Community College - Some College (No Degree), Practical Nursing