Sharita Lipsey
Chicago,IL
Summary
Compassionate and patient focused new graduate Registered Nurse with over 20 years of healthcare experience as a Certified Medical Assistant. Skilled in providing safe, quality patient care in fast-paced clinical settings while supporting interdisciplinary healthcare teams. Strong background in patient assessment, clinical procedures, communication, and multitasking. Passionate about delivering compassionate care, advocating for patients, and continuing to grow as a professional nurse in a high-acuity environment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Registered Medical Assistant
UI Health Immediate Care
Chicago, IL
01.2025 - Current
- Obtained vital signs, EKGs, pulse oximetry, and collected specimens in a fast-paced Immediate Care setting
- Assisted providers with wound care, splinting, suture setup/removal, breathing treatments, and procedures
- Performed phlebotomy, injections, COVID/flu/strep testing, urinalysis, and glucose checks
- Documented patient histories, medications, allergies, and assessments in Epic
- Triaged patients and assisted with patient flow based on acuity
- Reinforced provider discharge and follow-up instructions
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, radiology, and lab staff to coordinate care
- Maintained infection control standards and stocked exam rooms
- Assisted with care of patients experiencing respiratory distress, chest pain, infections, and other urgent conditions
- Demonstrated strong multitasking and teamwork skills in a high-volume environment
Certified Medical Assistant
UI Health School Based Health Center
Chicago, IL
11.2014 - 12.2024
- Triage patients in accordance with instructions of APRN or RN direction.
- Administer medications/Venipuncture.
- Maintain clinic flow/monitor call back abnormal lab results.
- Coordinate Vaccine for children program. Assist patients with healthcare needs and identify community resources under the direction of the medical provider
- Complete daily review of provider schedules to proactively manage scheduling errors and make schedule changes to maximize utilization.
- Order/Monitor medications and clinical supplies.
- Perform vital signs, document patient health history and medication list.
- Complete monthly/weekly clinical reports. Maintain a registry for patients identified with chronic illnesses
- Adhere/Comply with IDPH and State Audits.
- Provide care coordination for the patient when needed.
- Ocean HP School Based Health Centers
- Contact : Aquila Shelby - 3123555745
Registered Medical Assistant
University Of Chicago Hospitals
Chicago
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Performed Point Of Care i.e(HCG testing, Urinalysis, Blood glucose).
- Obtained patient vital signs.
- Prepped solid Instruments.
- Assisted with drainage of Bartholin cyst/abscess.
- Assisted with clinical procedure such as Colposcopy, Pap Smear, Essure, Ablations, IUD insertion and removal, Fluid aspiration and leep procedures.
- Assisted with bladder function test.
- Updated patient medical and family history.
- Performed wound care(bandaging, removal of bandages, cleansing, flushing and medicating.
- Assisted in Pessary fitting and education, along with transport and maintain Urodynamic equipment and supplies.
- OB/GYN clinic/JURO GYN
- Contact : Betsy Woodrum
Registered Medical Assistant/Team Leader
Access Community Health Network
Chicago, IL
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Performed office duties such as answering calls, insurance verification, registering patients into EMR, crosschecking billing codes such as ICD9,ICD10 and CPT coding and dictation.
- Completed referral process for patients.
- Performed venipuncture, administer Immunizations, administer medication.
- Managed inventory and ordering medical, lab and office supplies.
- Responded to patient messages and managed patient requests and complaints
- Utilized Kronos Timekeeper for payroll processing.
- Maintained HIPPA, Joint Commission,OSHA and CLIA compliance.
- Determined staffing needs and requirements, trained new hires, monitored staff daily duties, Kept management updated on team performances, also communicate concerns and policies among management and team members.
- Contact : Beulah Brent
Patient Care Tech
Comer Children's Emergency Department
Chicago, IL
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Assisted RN in triaging patients.
- Greeted/directed patients entering ER.
- Transported patient to other departments.
- Assisted with obtaining and documentation of vital signs and placement O2 sat, cardiac monitoring.
- Performed technical functions such as 12 lead EKG, discontinuation of peripheral IV and Heparin/saline locks, maintenance and care of specimens for lab analysis and point of care testing.
- Assisted with resuscitation/CPR and emergency airway procedure.
- Assisted with wound care, Insertion of Foley Cath and nasogastric tubes. Assist with procedures such as positioning patients for lumbar puncture, suturing lacerations, orthopedic splints and dressings.
- Maintained appropriate documention.
- IV insertions, venipunctures, performed RSV testing, POCT testing.
- Assisted with incoming trauma patients.
- Contact : Tiesa Hughes
Education
Medical Assistant -
Illinois School Of Health Careers
Chicago, IL09-2002
Registered Nurse
Rasmussen University
Romeoville, IL06-2026
Skills
- Epic Super User
- Strong hospital and clinical background, including pediatric experience and emergency triage responsibilities
- Detail-oriented
- Empathic
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Phlebotomy Skills
- Capable of prioritizing and problem-solving
Affiliations
American lung Association (01/2023 - Present) Kicking Asthma Facilitator
Certification
- NCCT (03/2015 - Present) Certified Medical Assistant
- AMT (08/2004 - Present) Certified Medical Assistant
- Heart Saver/AED Certification
SUPPORTED CAUSES
Alzheimer's Association
Timeline
Certified Registered Medical Assistant
UI Health Immediate Care
01.2025 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
UI Health School Based Health Center
11.2014 - 12.2024
Registered Medical Assistant
University Of Chicago Hospitals
01.2011 - 01.2012
Registered Medical Assistant/Team Leader
Access Community Health Network
01.2009 - 01.2011
Patient Care Tech
Comer Children's Emergency Department
01.2005 - 01.2009
Medical Assistant -
Illinois School Of Health Careers
Registered Nurse
Rasmussen University