Romesha Kinlaw
Houston,TX
Summary
Professional caregiver with experience delivering patient-centered care in fast-paced environments. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving positive outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in using medical equipment and following care plans.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PCA II / VPO Technician
Harris Health System
03.2019 - Current
- Collect and prepare blood, tissue, and other specimens for testing.
- Provide healthcare and emergency services to patients.
- Maintain patient health through support of ADLs (Activities of Daily Living) and B&B (Bowel and Bladder) care.
- Monitor patient safety for psychiatric and mental health patients.
- Work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment to promote patient success.
- Supported needs of 10+ residents under long-term care.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician, noting changes from prior measurements.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
Certified Nursing Assistant
ShiftKey
09.2022 - Current
- Provide healthcare services and respond to emergency needs.
- Maintain accurate and thorough patient care documentation.
- Supported needs of 10+ residents under long-term care.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
PCA II
Houston Methodist
07.2016 - 04.2019
- Performed specimen collection, documentation, and preparation for testing.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and emergency care needs.
- Supported needs of 10+ residents under long-term care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
ER Technician
UTMB
01.2015 - 05.2016
- Collected laboratory specimens and recorded patient information.
- Participated in code and trauma responses.
- Assisted with life flight procedures and critical patient transfers.
- Supported emergency procedures and patient monitoring.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Collected vital signs accurately and consistently, allowing for timely interventions when necessary.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infection and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Applied critical thinking skills in various situations such as prioritizing tasks based on severity level or recognizing potential life-threatening conditions.
Medical Assistant / X-Ray Technician
Village Medical Center
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Interviewed and prepared patients for examinations.
- Recorded patient histories and vital signs using EMR systems.
- Administered medications as directed by physicians.
- Collected and processed laboratory specimens.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Remington College
Houston, TX07-2016
Skills
- Patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Reliable team player
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs and all Labs
- End-of-life care
- Alzheimer's and dementia care
- Vital signs and EKG monitoring
- Safety precautions
- Electronic charting
- Emergency care training
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- CPCT/A - Patient Care Technician/Assistant
- BLS
- MEDICAL ASSISTING
- Behavior Tech/MHA
Timeline
Certified Nursing Assistant
ShiftKey
09.2022 - Current
PCA II / VPO Technician
Harris Health System
03.2019 - Current
PCA II
Houston Methodist
07.2016 - 04.2019
ER Technician
UTMB
01.2015 - 05.2016
Medical Assistant / X-Ray Technician
Village Medical Center
01.2014 - 01.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Remington College
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