Knowledgeable Medical Professional with exceptional background over 15+ years handling intensive clinical environments. Quality-driven and safety-oriented with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities. Experienced in collaborating across disciplines to support patient needs and enhance care.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Nursing Assistant
Medstar Union Memorial Hospital
Baltimore, MD
01.2020 - Current
Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Responsible for Safety of Each Patient as a priority encouraging all patient to "Call Don't Fall"
Responsible to treat each Patient with Respect, Speak to each Patient As a Human Being and with Care.
Responsible for Vitals, Glucose Monitoring,,I&0, Measurements, Urine Measurements, Turning and Positioning, Repositioning, Foley Care, Mouth Care, Eye Care, Everything Reported to the Assigned Nurse and Documented, Denture Care, Specimens Collection, Ostomy Care, Colostomy Care, Urostomy Care, Fecal Bag Care, Floating Heals, Seizure Precautions in Place, Weights Captured and Recorded, Fall risk bands Applied, Proper Patient Verification
Responsible for Assurance of Patients Privacy and HIPPA
Responsible for Documentation of Status, Vitals, Position,Intake/Output with Amount Skin Care monitoring and Upkeep(creams, salves, position)
Responsible for Presurgical Procedures/Prep/Post Surgery Assistance
Dialysis Care-CHG Baths, With Clothing and Linen Changed
Responsible for Post Mortem Care With Respect.(Including Prep for the Care Takers.
Multi-Functional Technician
CCI Health & Wellness Services
Baltimore , MD
04.2015 - 09.2019
Administered rapid tests for COVID and strep to help clinical staff assess conditions.
Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
Documented notes during patient visits.
Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Registered new patients into practice management software program accurately entering demographic information.
Collaborated with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
Prepare patients for x-ray
Exceptional customer service
Irrigate and assist wounds
venipunture
Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
PCT/Phlebotomist (Travel)Part-Time
Bio Blood Components Temp Agency
Baltimore, MD
12.2010 - 03.2015
Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
Collected specimens such as urine samples for testing purposes according to established protocols.
Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
Supported healthy patient skin with bedside baths, wound care and integrity checks.
Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
On-Call Phlebotomist( PRN)As Needed
Citrano Medical staffing Temp Agency
Baltimore, MD
05.2007 - 10.2010
Travel to different types of locations
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
Organized charts, documents and supplies to maintain team productivity.
Educated patients about medications, procedures and physician's instructions.
Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis.
Responded to patient callbacks and phone-in prescription refill requests.
Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
Documented notes during patient visits.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Private Caregiving Services
Baltimore, MD
08.2000 - 04.2007
Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms when necessary.
Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
Administered medications as directed by registered nurse or physician.
Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.