ABOUTME
A Compassionate Healthcare professional and
certified Medical Coder and Biller,
demonstrating exemplary skills in medical front
office tasks, direct patient care, and healthcare
team support. Communicative and collaborative
demeanor cultivated over 20+ years of superior
healthcare industry performance. Experience
handling multiple, complex cases with
accuracy, dignity, and respect for all.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Queens Medical Center
Honolulu, HI
01.2003 - Current
Assisted in creating and distributing discharge packets to patients
Assigned various medical front office tasks such as scheduling, charting, and ensuring clarity and accuracy of medical notes
Provided daily living activities to patients by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients
Prepared examination and patient rooms for medical procedures, checking supply availability and laying out instruments
Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures, including ordering XRays for patients
Delivered personal nursing assistance in pre- and post-operative situations, specifically for patients of open heart, thoracotomy, and liver transplant procedures
Required to provide tracheotomy care and tube feeding duties (with or without dye) that included checking residuals
Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations
Examined and addressed lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms to assess and prioritize need for further attention
Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Nursing Assistant
Straub Medical Center
Honolulu, HI
02.2003 - 12.2005
CNA
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team
Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets
Used mobility devices to transport patients
Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness
Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate
Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
Experienced in administering and monitoring of IV treatments
Required to check blood sugar levels of patients.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
CNA/Home Healh Aide
EXPERIENCECONT, Kahu Malama Nurses
01.2000 - 01.2002
Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and
improve quality of life
Assisted clients with personal hygiene needs, including bathing, dressing and
incontinence care
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety
Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually
monitored safety
Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case
manager and documenting information in files.
Education
CNA Certification - Liberal Arts
Kapiolani Community College
Honolulu, HI
09.1999 - 12.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hawaii Pacific University
Dec 2012
CPC-A , CPB Certification
AAPC Member ID: 02093673 -
C.C.O.
May 2001
Skills
Basic medical coding, billing, and filing
Helping with medication
Documentation procedures expert
Infection control procedures Charting expertise
Grooming and bathing assistance
Understands medical procedures
Patient relations
Database Administration
Collecting vital signs
Medical Terminology knowledge
Preparing meals
Timeline
Nursing Assistant
Straub Medical Center
02.2003 - 12.2005
CNA
Queens Medical Center
01.2003 - Current
CNA/Home Healh Aide
EXPERIENCECONT, Kahu Malama Nurses
01.2000 - 01.2002
CNA Certification - Liberal Arts
Kapiolani Community College
09.1999 - 12.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Hawaii Pacific University
CPC-A , CPB Certification
AAPC Member ID: 02093673 -