Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Medical Assistant
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic
12.1997 - Current
Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
Facilitated continuity of care through proper scheduling of follow-up appointments based on physician recommendations.
Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
Educated patients on preventative care measures, effectively reducing the risk of future health complications.
Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
Nursing Assistant
Good Samaritan Center
11.1993 - Dec1997
Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Enhanced continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift reports and maintaining clear communication with incoming staff members.
Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
Conducted patient and family education on the importance of proper nutrition, exercise, and self-care practices to foster overall health and wellbeing.
Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises or open wounds.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
Assisted in the training of new Nursing Assistants, sharing knowledge of best practices to improve overall department performance.