Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Sharmetia Fisher

Lexington,KY

Summary

Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

VA Hospital
12.2022 - Current
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.

Registered Medical Assistant

Marathon Healthcare Services
03.2015 - Current
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
  • Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
  • Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
  • Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Alliance HealthCare Services
08.2010 - Current
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant - Health Aide

Bluegrass Community And Technical College, Lexington, KY
01.2006

Medical Assistant - Health Care

Everest Institute , Houston, TX
12.2003
  • Professional development completed in Medical Assistant
  • Continuing education in Registered Medical Assistant
  • Completed professional development in Medical Assistant
  • Dean's List 2003

Skills

  • Responding to Emergencies
  • Feeding Assistance Expertise
  • EMR Systems
  • Charting Expertise
  • Supporting Personal Needs
  • Medications Familiarity
  • Medication Assistance
  • Quality Assurance Controls
  • Catheter Change and Preparation
  • Wound Care
  • Telemetry Software
  • EMR Updating
  • Collecting Specimens
  • Medical Terminology Knowledge
  • Resuscitation
  • Phlebotomy Training
  • Nursing Assistance
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
  • Observation Documentation
  • Health Insurance Verification
  • Output Monitoring and Reporting
  • Medical Condition Coding Software
  • Palliative Care
  • Service-Orientation
  • Recording Vital Signs

Certification

  • Licensed Registered MedicalAssistant- current
  • Certified Nursing Assistant
  • Certified CPR and AED
  • Certified Phlebotomist
  • Certified Hearing Conservationist
  • Certified Urine Drug Screener
  • Skilled Fit Tester

Timeline

Certified Nursing Assistant - VA Hospital
12.2022 - Current
Registered Medical Assistant - Marathon Healthcare Services
03.2015 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant - Alliance HealthCare Services
08.2010 - Current
Bluegrass Community And Technical College - Certified Nursing Assistant , Health Aide
Everest Institute - Medical Assistant , Health Care
Sharmetia Fisher