Sandra K Steckenrider
Benton,Illinois
Summary
I am seeking employment Full or part time preferably full time in the healthcare/medical setting. I have nearly 30 years of experience in this field with excellent references. I am BLS certified along with my CCRMA license,both are current to date. I am currently employed with Deaconess Illinois Clinic-Family Practice Office in Benton Illinois.
Overview
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Practice Medical Office
Good Samaritan Hospital
01 1996 - 05 2022
- CCRMA/CLINIC NURSE
- I scheduled tests for patients ie:lab,xrays,procedures,consultations, ordered all medications
- I charted specifically for physician.
- Reduced wait times for appointments by efficiently managing schedules and coordinating with support staff.
- Demonstrated commitment to continued professional development by attending conferences, workshops, and other educational events relevant to family medicine practice.
- Performed minor surgical procedures when indicated, offering convenient access to essential services within the family practice setting.
- Advised patients on the importance of regular check-ups, screenings, and preventive care measures to maintain overall health and wellbeing.
- Improved patient outcomes by staying current on the latest medical research and incorporating evidence-based practices into treatments.
- Managed chronic conditions effectively, utilizing preventative care strategies and monitoring patient progress closely.
- Ordered x-rays, ultrasounds and laboratory tests.
- Advised patients about diet and hygiene to prevent disease.
- Educated patients on various health topics, empowering them to make informed decisions about their healthcare needs.
- Administered vaccinations according to CDC guidelines, helping protect individual patients as well as community health overall.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust through open communication and active listening skills.
- Coordinated seamless transitions of care between primary care providers and specialists when necessary, ensuring cohesive management of complex cases.
- Optimized prescription management by carefully considering medication interactions, side effects, and patient preferences.
- Streamlined documentation processes, maintaining accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records for all patients.
- Maintained patient information, medical histories, reports and examination results.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing clinical efficiency while maintaining high standards of patient safety.
Education
Rend Lake College Ina
1994
Skills
- I am proficient in the
- EPIC computer system I have many years experience in patient care and charting I can
- Adapt to any work setting and I am a very quick learner I enjoy healthcare and taking care of every aspect of
- The patient whether it be hands on care or technical with their medical records
- Treatment planning
- Vitals monitoring
- Medical recordkeeping
- Patient education
- Medication Administration
- Patient information collection
- Written Communication
- Active Listening
- Attention to Detail
- First Aid/CPR
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Planning and Coordination
- Dependable and Responsible
- Problem-Solving
- Training and Development
- Excellent Communication
Certification
- HIPAA Certification – Various accredited providers.
- RMA - Registered Medical Assistant
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA).
- EKG Technician Certification (CET) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.
Timeline
Family Practice Medical Office
Good Samaritan Hospital
01 1996 - 05 2022
Rend Lake College Ina
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