Serena Bittick
Rancho Cordova,CA
Summary
Healthcare professional with over 4 years of experience in high-pressure environments. Skilled in chart organization, patient room preparation, and supporting diagnostic processes through laboratory testing and medication administration. Strong communication skills enhance patient interactions and team collaboration.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Placer Dermatology and Skin Care Center
Sacramento, CA
08.2020 - 11.2021
- Administered vaccines and medications under supervision, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Maintained sterilization protocols for instruments and equipment to uphold safety standards.
- Trained new team members on office protocols, fostering a knowledgeable workforce.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms to optimize workflow.
- Directed patients to exam rooms and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted providers with dermatological procedures to enhance treatment efficiency.
- Boosted patient satisfaction through compassionate care and prompt response to needs.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries by preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
LVN
Dignity Health
03.2023 - Current
- Administered vaccines and medications while adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate patient records to ensure continuity of care.
- Assisted providers with minor procedures, enhancing overall quality of patient care.
- Trained and mentored new staff, elevating team performance and efficiency.
- Explained procedures and addressed patient concerns, providing thorough support.
- Monitored patient care by tracking respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Prevented medication errors by carefully reviewing physician orders before administration.
- Advocated for patients' needs in collaboration with healthcare providers to implement effective care plans.
Education
LVN
Carrington College
Sacramento, CA11.2022
Skills
- Patient care and support
- Medication management
- Medical record maintenance
- Team training and mentorship
- Procedure assistance
- Vaccination protocols
- Sterilization techniques
- Supply chain oversight
- Vital signs monitoring
- Basic life support (BLS)
- HIPAA compliance
- Infection control
- Documentation accuracy
- Reporting and documentation
- Nursing processes
- Emergency response
- Patient scheduling
- Medical terminology knowledge
- EMR / EHR proficiency
- Direct patient care
- Clinical documentation
- CPR certification
- Immunization administration
- Insurance verification
- Confidentiality maintenance
- Medical supply inventory oversight
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Preceptor
Timeline
LVN
Dignity Health
03.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant
Placer Dermatology and Skin Care Center
08.2020 - 11.2021
LVN
Carrington College