Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
archery, ranger swim ,and research /education
Languages
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Shelby DeGraw

LEAGUE CITY,TX

Summary

Hardworking medical administrative professional offers great people skills, organized file management and deep understanding of patient protections. Enhances office operations by staying on top of patient and staff needs. Experience with electronic recordkeeping and insurance documentation. Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant diligent about serving patient's medical and personal needs. Focused on delivering high-quality care to individuals from diverse backgrounds. Dedicated to protecting patient safety and promoting satisfaction with facility services. Kind and energetic professional with outstanding bedside manner and charting abilities. Certified, entry-level Emergency Medical Technician with educational background adept at learning processes associated with assessing emergencies and delivering exceptional problem-solving and decision-making processes. Highly-skilled emergency services professional calmly and quickly assesses medical situations.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

ER Nurse Technician

UTMB
06.2023 - Current
  • Improved patient care by providing compassionate and attentive support to patients during daily activities.
  • Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient delivery of high-quality care to patients.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by administering medications according to prescribed schedules and monitoring vital signs.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment for patients, performing regular room cleanings and adhering to infection control protocols.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult situations, fostering trust and open communication.
  • Managed time effectively while multitasking between various responsibilities within a fast-paced clinical setting.
  • Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing emergency room cases and prioritizing critical situations.

ER Unit Secretary

HCA Mainland Medical Center
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
  • Answered telephones and directed calls to appropriate medical or administrative staff.
  • Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax.
  • Scheduled tests, lab work or x-rays for patients based on physician orders.
  • Prepared reports, invoices, letters, or medical records using word processing, spreadsheet, or other software applications.
  • Arranged hospital admissions for patients as required.
  • Transcribed recorded practitioners' diagnoses and recommendations into medical records.
  • Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments and consultations.

ER Nurse Technician

HCA Mainland Medical Center
06.2021 - 06.2023
  • Took patients' blood pressure, temperature and pulse and documented height and weight.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
  • Provided support with bathing, toileting, grooming and washing.
  • Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
  • Monitored medications and reviewed lab results.
  • Engaged with patient family and friends to provide courteous visit experience.

Education

High School Diploma -

Clear Springs High School
League City, TX
05.2021

Skills

  • Data Entry Software
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • CPR Certified
  • Problem-Solving
  • Fluid Measurement
  • Emotional and Social Support
  • Bedsore Prevention
  • Vital Signs Collection
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Comfort Care
  • CNA Certification
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Blood Sugar Monitoring
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Conflict Resolution

Accomplishments

  • has been cross-trained into multiple positions such as unit sectary,and phlebotomy

Affiliations

  • was the head of clear springs higschool's JROTC program
  • was an A/B honor roll student
  • graduated highschool with CNA license

Certification

  • EMT - Certified Emergency Medical Technician (oct 2023)
  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant( may 2021)
  • ITLS
  • BLS ( AHA & Redcross)
  • Stop The Bleed

archery, ranger swim ,and research /education

when i was younger i was a very active kid i partook in many after school activities such as archery , ranger swim , and rotc. i believe taking these classes have informed me on to work with a team , have effective communication. and to multitask . My love  of education and reasearch has pushed me to strive for higher degrees and certifications im currently enrolled into my advanced emt course and im set  to finish in the next month or two. further down the line i plan on taking the fire academy at COM and to go to Galveston college for my paramedic and RN degrees.

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

ER Nurse Technician

UTMB
06.2023 - Current

ER Unit Secretary

HCA Mainland Medical Center
09.2022 - 06.2023

ER Nurse Technician

HCA Mainland Medical Center
06.2021 - 06.2023

High School Diploma -

Clear Springs High School
Shelby DeGraw