Sabrina Fordham
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CA/Tech
Children's Mercy Adele Hall Campus
01.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Assisted in emergency situations under the direction of nursing supervisors or physicians, providing crucial support during life-saving interventions.
CNA/Clinical Navigator
Saint Luke's Medical Group
10.2022 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Scheduled appointments and registered patients.
- Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Verified patient insurance coverage and collected required co-payments.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Explained procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and increase patient cooperation.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
EMT-B
AMR
10.2021 - 10.2022
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Assessed nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
- Observed patient behavior to report changes to medical personnel.
- Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors.
CNA
Saint Luke's East Hospital
11.2017 - 10.2022
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
- Assisted with resuscitation and CPR.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
- Administered basic wound care and insertion of Foley catheters.
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations.
- Continuously monitored patients and reported changes to head nurses and physicians.
- Maintained clean and sanitary environment in emergency department to meet hygiene measures.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
- Disinfected tools, equipment and surfaces between patients.
- Performed basic laboratory tests and collected specimens for further testing.
CNA/Unit Secretary
Liberty Hospital
06.2016 - 10.2017
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Maintained patient confidentiality in line with HIPAA regulations.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Executed administrative duties to facilitate unit tasks and meet team goals.
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
- Scheduled appointments for discharge follow up.
CNA/HUC
Holmes Regional Medical Center
04.2015 - 05.2016
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Organized and maintained patient chart filing system to promote quick data finding for staff.
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
- Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
- Provided information for patient admissions and discharges to foster timely processing.
- Monitored inventory levels and advised management of need for replenishment.
Education
Certification - EMT-B
Higginsville EMS
Higginsville04.2021
Certification - CNA
MEDS
Independence, MO04.2013
High School Diploma -
Richmond High School
Richmond, MO05.2001
Skills
- EMR Systems
- Wound Care
- Responding to Emergencies
- Recording Vital Signs
- Compassionate Caregiver
- Active Listening
- Complex Problem-Solving
- First Aid
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Assessments
- Medical Procedures Understanding
- Laboratory Testing
- Quick Problem Solver
- Efficient and Reliable Team Player
- Calm Under Stress
- Interdisciplinary Communication
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
- First Aid/CPR Certified
References
- Terri Fletcher, NP 660-232-1993
- Brook Minks, RN 562-631-4174
- Abbie Jensen, NP 314-238-4818
Timeline
CA/Tech
Children's Mercy Adele Hall Campus
01.2024 - Current
CNA/Clinical Navigator
Saint Luke's Medical Group
10.2022 - Current
EMT-B
AMR
10.2021 - 10.2022
CNA
Saint Luke's East Hospital
11.2017 - 10.2022
CNA/Unit Secretary
Liberty Hospital
06.2016 - 10.2017
CNA/HUC
Holmes Regional Medical Center
04.2015 - 05.2016
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
- EMT - Emergency Medical Technician
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Certification - EMT-B
Higginsville EMS
Certification - CNA
MEDS
High School Diploma -
Richmond High School
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