Sherry Puckett
Gainesville,GA
Summary
Patient-focused Certified Medical Assistant with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, performing wound care and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Certified Medical Assistant position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Medical Assistance and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA/Advanced CMA
CaraVita Home Care
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and medical staff to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Travel CNA
Staffing Agency
01.2020 - Current
- Developed strong rapport with patients through empathetic listening skills and effective communication techniques that eased anxiety during transitions between facilities.
- Exhibited strong organizational skills by efficiently managing workloads in fast-paced environments with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated strong clinical skills in various settings, including hospitals, rehabilitation centers, long-term care facilities, and private homes.
- Responded quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
- Expanded professional knowledge by attending continuing education courses, seminars, and workshops relevant to the travel CNA role.
- Provided high-quality nursing care to diverse patient populations, adapting to the unique needs of each assignment.
- Served as a mentor to new CNAs during their orientation period, providing guidance on facility policies and best practices for patient care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
CNA/PCT
Northside Hospital
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Delivered high-quality care to cancer patients in hospital facility.
CNA 2
Carteret Community Hospital
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Ensured prompt response to call lights, addressing patient needs in a timely manner.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Provided emotional support for patients during challenging times, fostering a positive healing environment.
- Implemented fall prevention measures by identifying high-risk patients and maintaining clutter-free environments around bedsides.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment, promptly reporting any malfunctions or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Monitored patient specimen samples and test results to effectively alert supervisors of potentially unhealthy changes.
- Delivered high-quality care to {Head} Trauma patients in hospital facility.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
Lead Health Unit Coordinator
Northside Hospital Forsyth
11.2005 - 12.2016
- Mitigated potential risks by conducting regular audits of unit practices and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- Facilitated effective handoffs between shifts to guarantee continuity of care for patients during shift changes.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, promoting open communication, and resolving conflicts promptly.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies to prevent shortages while reducing waste and controlling costs within the unit budget constraints.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures by consistently monitoring staff performance and providing constructive feedback.
- Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills as a mentor and resource for health unit coordinators, promoting a culture of learning and growth.
- Improved staff efficiency through the development of comprehensive work schedules and task delegation strategies.
- Assembled and maintained patient medical records and other documents related to patient care.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Responded to patient call lights to expedite appropriate follow-through.
- Helped troubleshoot equipment failures such as call system, portable phones, WOWs and other unit devices.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Supported the successful implementation of electronic medical record systems, contributing to improved patient care coordination and documentation accuracy.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date patient records to ensure efficient information retrieval for healthcare providers.
- Ensured smooth daily operations through effective coordination between physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, case managers, social workers.
Education
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Medical Institute Of Northeast Georgia
Braselton, GA10-2024
CNA2 - Health Care
Carteret Community College
Morehead City, NC12-2018
Associate of Science - Wound Care
York Technical College
Rock Hill, SC11-2017
Certified Nursing Assistance Advance - Patient Care
Proffesional Medical
Florence SC08-2017
High School Diploma -
East Hall High
Gainesville, GA08-1989
Skills
- Time management
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassion and empathy
- Basic life support
- HIPAA compliance
- Attention to detail
Timeline
CNA/Advanced CMA
CaraVita Home Care
10.2024 - Current
CNA/PCT
Northside Hospital
06.2024 - 12.2024
Travel CNA
Staffing Agency
01.2020 - Current
CNA 2
Carteret Community Hospital
08.2018 - 12.2018
Lead Health Unit Coordinator
Northside Hospital Forsyth
11.2005 - 12.2016
Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant
Medical Institute Of Northeast Georgia
CNA2 - Health Care
Carteret Community College
Associate of Science - Wound Care
York Technical College
Certified Nursing Assistance Advance - Patient Care
Proffesional Medical
High School Diploma -
East Hall High
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