Susan Sheets
6822 Silverbrook Dr, Spotsylvania,VA
Summary
Knowledgeable and compassionate Nursing staff member with 20+ years of CNA/Tech experience. I have been a Medical Assistant for 3 years. Completed schooling for my CCMA and got my certification. Diligent about serving all facets of patient medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals of all backgrounds while protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Always willing to learn more.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Viva
Fredericksburg, VA
11.2020 - Current
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Tested and recorded blood glucose levels.
- Assisting in sterile procedures: Picc line placement, Thyroid biopsy, Paracentesis, Thoracentesis, ortho Injection, ESI Injections, Port checks, some vein cases and some RFA vein cases.
CNA/HUC
Stafford Hospital/ Peri-Anesthesia Deptment
Stafford, VA
08.2018 - 11.2020
- Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Supported diagnostic and treatment procedures,
- Prep Patients for Surgery such as: Knees, Hips, feet, ankles, broken arms, PD cath placement, Fistulagrams,Gallbladder and Appendix removal.
- Assist Anesthesia with Midlines when available
- Able to perform EKG's
- Able to use EPIC
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
CNA/Technician
Mary Washington Healthcare
Fredericksburg, VA
06.2007 - 08.2018
- Supports nurses in daily Pre and Post area.
- Collected lab specimens in adherence with safety protocols for patient tests.
- Assisted doctors, nurses with preparation for and conducting patient procedures.
- Kept pre area well-stocked and efficient with necessary medical supplies.
- Bringing patients back to pre-op area: setting patient on monitor, checking pain level, checking patients sugar level. getting IV fluid spiked and ready for use.
- Ordering supplies for Pre-op area as well as forms, getting equipment ready; PCA pump, IV pumps, setting up Ultrasound equipment.
- Assisting in procedure rooms with Doctor, Nurse and Technologist.
- Trained to assist PA, NP, Or Doctor with Thyroid Bx's, Para's, Thora's, Midlines placement, and learning to assist in Picc-line placement.
- Call report to patients Nurse as well as document in EPIC.
- Able to assist aid to patients experiencing life-threatening emergencies during surgical or non-surgical procedures with Nurse or Physician.
- Helped prepare team by assisting with gowning.
- Knows sterile technique.
- Starting IV training.
- Able to operate front desk: Answer phones, Schedule appointments, Faxing, etc.
CNA/Rehab Aide
Woodmount Health and Rebilation Center
Fredericksburg, VA
05.2004 - 06.2007
- Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements, also assisting with feeding and monitoring.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Conducted routine checks on standard patient vitals, including blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Provided proper ambulation support to patients in need of mobility assistance.
- Assisted therapists in carrying out and improving treatment programs to provide optimal patient services.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Monitored and assisted both occupational and physical therapists during treatments.
- Frequently checked up on patients and offered patients assistance on using the equipment.
- Performed operational duties such as answering the phone, copying documents, faxing and updating schedule boards.
- Assisted with patient evaluations by obtaining information such as occupational roles, activities of daily living, history, cognition, perception, strength and range of motion.
Education
GED -
Germanna Community College
Fredericksburg, VACNA
Woodmount Health Center
Fredericksburg, VACCMA
Germanna Community College
08.2022
Skills
- Collecting vital signs
- Calm and level-headed under duress
- Monitoring fluids
- Collecting specimens
- Starting foley
- Able to use doppler to find pulse
- Assisting with procedures
- Charting expertise
- Documentation procedures expert
- Understands medical procedures
- Performing EKG's
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Certified in CPR
- CCMA - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Viva
11.2020 - Current
CNA/HUC
Stafford Hospital/ Peri-Anesthesia Deptment
08.2018 - 11.2020
CNA/Technician
Mary Washington Healthcare
06.2007 - 08.2018
CNA/Rehab Aide
Woodmount Health and Rebilation Center
05.2004 - 06.2007
GED -
Germanna Community College
CNA
Woodmount Health Center
CCMA
Germanna Community College
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