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Sherry Edwards

Bloomfield,NM

Summary

Ambitious Certified Nursing Assistant possessing extensive experience with patient care in medical settings. Strong observational skills combined with excellent patient evaluation abilities. Proven history of cultivating strong patient rapport to provide quality care and patient education. Meticulous Medical Records Clerk with [Number]-year history processing medical records requests while delivering highest quality customer service. Builds rapport with staff and patients to foster smooth and effective department operations. Strong knowledge of Release of Information policies and procedures and HIPAA regulations. Focused and attentive Medication Aide offering [Number] years of healthcare expertise. Energetic and personable with thorough knowledge of medication, potential side effects and adverse reactions. Skilled in administering topical, oral, nasal and sublingual medications. Well-versed in monitoring vital signs for indications of medication issues and general health changes. Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education. Competent Phlebotomy Technician with [Number] years of experience working in high-volume, fast-paced hospital settings. Highly knowledgeable in routine blood drawing procedures and using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles. Committed to maintaining highest quality standards when collecting, labeling and processing samples and specimens. Well-qualified Personal Care worker skilled in delivering top-quality home care support. Effective at ambulating patients, meeting personal grooming needs and administering medications. Detail-oriented in maintaining clean and organized personal areas to support daily living safety. Punctual individual enthusiastically handling activities of daily living and meals in home and institutional environments. Conscientious and attentive professional available to work any shift and holidays. Skilled in ambulation assistance and patient transportation. Compassionate caregiver offers [Number] years of experience assisting others. Committed to delivering top-notch care, administering medication and maintaining safe environments. Knowledgeable of care documentation practices.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA,PHLEBOTOMY,MEDICATION AIDE,MEDICAL RECORDS

AZTEC HEALTH CARE
AZTEC, NM
06.2013 - Current
  • Processed medical records requests from outside providers according to facility, state and federal law.
  • Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.
  • Maintained historical reference by abstracting and coding clinical data such as diseases, operations, procedures and therapies with standard classification systems.
  • Obtained necessary signatures on information release forms to obtain medical and treatment records from other service providers.
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Administered prescribed drugs to high-volume patient caseload.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Obtained blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks [Number] times per day.
  • Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
  • Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe or butterfly venipuncture methods.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
  • Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Administered medications to patients and remained vigilant for negative side effects.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.

CAREGIVER

TAMMY WOOD
BLOOMFIELD, NM
06.2016 - 12.2020
  • Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.

CAREGIVER

LUCY WARD
FARMINTON, NM
10.2009 - 05.2013
  • Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.

Education

CERTIFICATE - MEDICATION AIDE

NMBON
ALBUQUERQUE NM
10.2014

CERTIFICATE - CNA

SAN JUAN COLLEGE
FARMINGTON NM
03.2013

CERTIFICATE - PHLEBOTOMY

SOUTHWEST PHLEBOTOMY
ALBUQUERQUE NM
09.2012

Associate of Applied Science - BUSINESS ADMIN

SAN JUAN COLLEGE
FARMINTON NM
05.1995

High School Diploma -

BLOOMFIELD HIGH
BLOOMFIELD NM
05.1985

Skills

  • Patient Intakes
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
  • Bedsore Prevention
  • Needs Determination
  • Electronic Recordkeeping
  • Output Monitoring and Reporting
  • Nursing Assessment
  • Safety Procedures
  • Caregiver Relations
  • Nursing Assistance
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs
  • Transporting Patients
  • Collecting Specimens
  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Responding to Emergencies
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Medications Familiarity
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's Knowledge
  • Quality Patient Care
  • Companionship and Emotional Support
  • Medication Assistance
  • Infection Prevention and Control
  • First Aid Certification

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

CAREGIVER

TAMMY WOOD
06.2016 - 12.2020

CNA,PHLEBOTOMY,MEDICATION AIDE,MEDICAL RECORDS

AZTEC HEALTH CARE
06.2013 - Current

CAREGIVER

LUCY WARD
10.2009 - 05.2013

CERTIFICATE - MEDICATION AIDE

NMBON

CERTIFICATE - CNA

SAN JUAN COLLEGE

CERTIFICATE - PHLEBOTOMY

SOUTHWEST PHLEBOTOMY

Associate of Applied Science - BUSINESS ADMIN

SAN JUAN COLLEGE

High School Diploma -

BLOOMFIELD HIGH
Sherry Edwards