RIKKILEE WERST
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Focused patient care professional accustomed to prioritizing and delivering basic patient care. Offers 6 years of comprehensive experience in recording vital signs, collecting specimens and preparing accurate documentation. Recognized by patients for delivering five-star patient care. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Exercise Physiologist position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Exercise Physiologist
Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis Hospital
2023.06 - Current
- Reviewed medical records to determine exercise precautions and contra-indications prior to patient visit.
- Delivered exercise guidance to patients recovering from heart attack, CHF, open heart surgery, and other major health crises to rebuild strength and endurance.
- Demonstrated clear written and oral communications skills when working with health care professionals, patients and caregivers.
- Tracked and evaluated patient progress with respect to treatment goals.
- Exhibited courtesy, compassion and respect to patients, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators and co-workers.
- Recognized contraindications and abnormal patient responses to exercise and revised plan accordingly.
- Collected and documented patient vital signs and monitored telemetry.
- Worked with cardiac patients to develop exercise recovery plans, deliver education on exercise and nutrition and monitored physical endurance and progress.
- Recorded, analyzed and prepared patient progress notes to be interpreted by physician.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Created fitness and exercise programs to help patients recover from chronic diseases and improve overall physical health.
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare providers to develop comprehensive care plans.
- Monitored patient blood pressure, EKG and distress levels during exercise.
- Responsible for at least 20 patients a day to either educate or walk
Patient Care Technician
Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center
2021.09 - Current
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance
- Organized and replenished unit supplies to maintain team readiness for expected demands
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture
- Performed EKG monitoring as ordered by physician
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
Lead Patient Care Coordinator
Comfort Keepers
2017.12 - 2021.08
- Worked closely with patients to deliver excellent and direct individualized patient care
- Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines
- Acted as main point of contact for patients, doctors, and hospital staff by closely reviewing medical charts and maintaining high levels of communication
- Assisted patients with coordinating long-term care for chronic conditions to support and manage illnesses
- Provided support and guidance to patients and families to navigate healthcare systems
- Coordinated transportation to get patients to and from medical appointments
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living and running errands.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Indiana Institute of Technology
Fort Wayne, IN05.2021
Skills
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Medical Equipment Operations
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Range of Motion Exercises
- Patient Data Management Systems
- Performing EKGs
- Recovery procedures-Cardiac Surgery
- Taking Vital Signs
- Patient Care and Monitoring
- Assisting with Daily Living
- Documenting Vitals
- Rehabilitation
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist obtained August 18, 2023
Accomplishments
A well-educated professional in exercise physiology who provides the best care possible for all patients.
Timeline
Exercise Physiologist
Ascension St. Vincent Indianapolis Hospital
2023.06 - Current
Patient Care Technician
Ascension St. Vincent Heart Center
2021.09 - Current
Lead Patient Care Coordinator
Comfort Keepers
2017.12 - 2021.08
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Indiana Institute of Technology
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist obtained August 18, 2023
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