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Education
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Tandrea Weston

Sacrmento,Sacramento

Summary

The goal in transitioning to a Health Services Assistant is to enhance my ability to support student health and well-being in an educating setting. By utilizing my experience in patient care, communication, and assisting healthcare professionals, I aim to contribute to the development and delivery of health services that promote a safe, healthy, and supportive learning environment for students. I will be dedicated to helping students manage their health needs, facilitate access to care, and ensure the efficient operation of health services within the school, all while continuing to grow professionally in the healthcare field.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work history

Unit Secretary/Nursing Assistant

SutterHealth
Roseville, California
10.2023 - 01.2025
  • Provide appropriate, direct patient care to patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
  • Performs selected procedures, including but limited to: taking vital signs( temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, and glucose testing.
  • Ensures that routine and tasks are completed within established departmental time frames.
  • Explains and educates the patient in process of examination tests and medical procedures in a clear and professional manner to alleviate far and anxiety.
  • Mentors and foster a constructive learning environment that helps students and new employees build confidence in their skills, knowledge and abilities.
  • Performs a series of specialized clerical and administrative duties by performing a wide variety of clerical task and processes; establishes work priorities.
  • Direct and coordinates the flow and timing of patient care activities and procedures specific to the unit/department. Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers.
  • Receives and screens calls, messages, mail and email communications, and visitors.
  • Complies charts by calling and collecting orders, test results, labs, reports and reports and clearances, and scans information into electronic health record (EHR).
  • Prepares reports, summaries, or replies to inquiries, selecting relevant information from variety of sources.

Certified Medical Assistant

Walton Pediatrics
Sacramento, California
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Conducted initial consultations with new patients; established rapport quickly.
  • Coordinated with the nursing team effectively, improving overall healthcare delivery.
  • Performed administrative duties efficiently; ensured smooth functioning of the clinic.
  • Recorded vital signs regularly to monitor health conditions closely.
  • Assisted in minor surgeries for successful outcomes.
  • Maintained cleanliness of examination rooms to uphold hygiene standards.
  • Facilitated effective communication between patients and healthcare providers.
  • Streamlined patient intake process by organising and updating medical records.
  • Enhanced clinic efficiency with proper supply inventory management.
  • Diligently sterilised medical instruments to prevent infection spread.
  • Helped create a comfortable environment for patients by providing emotional support when necessary.
  • Worked flexibly to meet demands of patient needs.
  • Accurately recorded patient history, vitals and medical notes.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Adventist Health
Roseville, California
09.2021 - 08.2023
  • Administered first aid procedures promptly in emergency situations, ensuring wellness.
  • Escorted family members through hospital facilities soothing their anxieties.
  • Participated actively in team meetings contributing towards efficient problem-solving.
  • Transported patients safely around the facility contributing towards their comfort.
  • Offered emotional support to patients and their families during stressful times.
  • Provided vital patient care by assisting with daily living activities.
  • Managed patient documentation meticulously, enhancing the accuracy of medical history.
  • Adhered strictly to confidentiality protocols safeguarding sensitive patient information.
  • Conducted professional communication with medical team for seamless healthcare delivery.
  • Monitored vital signs, resulting in accurate health records.
  • Utilized proper lifting techniques when moving or repositioning patients preventing injury.
  • Monitored and recorded patient vital signs, including recording daily inputs and outputs.
  • Assessed patients, documented and monitored vital signs and communicated changes to supervising nurses.
  • Positioned residents for comfort and to prevent skin pressure problems.
  • Turned and repositioned patients for comfort and medical safety.
  • Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
  • Recognised and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff.
  • Sensitive to needs of geriatric patients.
  • Provided patients and families with emotional support.
  • Reported non-compliant behavior to head nurses to maintain high-quality care.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Sacramento Post Acute (Sub-Acute)
Sacramento, California
04.2021 - 09.2021
  • Administered first aid procedures promptly in emergency situations, ensuring wellness.
  • Escorted family members through hospital facilities soothing their anxieties.
  • Maintained clean environment for infection control.
  • Participated actively in team meetings contributing towards efficient problem-solving.
  • Transported patients safely around the facility contributing towards their comfort.
  • Offered emotional support to patients and their families during stressful times.
  • Provided vital patient care by assisting with daily living activities.
  • Managed patient documentation meticulously, enhancing the accuracy of medical history.
  • Adhered strictly to confidentiality protocols safeguarding sensitive patient information.
  • Conducted professional communication with medical team for seamless healthcare delivery.
  • Monitored vital signs, resulting in accurate health records.
  • Utilized proper lifting techniques when moving or repositioning patients preventing injury.
  • Monitored and recorded patient vital signs, including recording daily inputs and outputs.
  • Assessed patients, documented and monitored vital signs and communicated changes to supervising nurses.
  • Positioned residents for comfort and to prevent skin pressure problems.
  • Turned and repositioned patients for comfort and medical safety.
  • Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff.
  • Sensitive to needs of geriatric patients.
  • Provided patients and families with emotional support.
  • Reported non-compliant behavior to head nurses to maintain high-quality care.

Associate Personnel Analyst

State of California
Sacramento, Sacramento
04.1996 - 11.2019

Exam Analyst: Independently handle all aspects of the Examination, recruitment, selection and retention of employee for the various programs within CalVet including Veterans Homes in Barstow, Chula Vista, Yountville, West Los Angeles, Lancaster, Ventura, Fresno, and Redding.


Performance Management Analyst:

  • Consult and advise management and the Correctional Institutions analyst
  • Responsible for a wide variety of personnel related special assignments.
  • Participate in the settlement agreement process, i.e. negotiation, writing and obtaining approvals for stipulated agreements.

Education

State certified - Medical Assistant

Cal Regional
Fairfield, California
01.2024 - 04.2024

State certified - Nursing Assistant

Centerpointe Learning Institute
Sacramento, California
03.2021 - 05.2021

Skills

  • Patient advocacy capability
  • Efficient time management
  • Knowledge of Hipaa compliance
  • Professional empathy
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Public speaking
  • Eye drops
  • Vital Signs
  • Ear Irrigation
  • Snellen Chart/Ishihara Color Vision
  • Throat Culture/Strep Test
  • Tube Gauze
  • Spiral Wrap/Fig8
  • Arm Sling
  • CPR/First Aid
  • Glucose Testing
  • Physical Exam Forms
  • Hemoglobin Testing
  • Patient liaison

Timeline

Certified Medical Assistant

Walton Pediatrics
07.2024 - 08.2024

State certified - Medical Assistant

Cal Regional
01.2024 - 04.2024

Unit Secretary/Nursing Assistant

SutterHealth
10.2023 - 01.2025

Certified Nursing Assistant

Adventist Health
09.2021 - 08.2023

Certified Nursing Assistant

Sacramento Post Acute (Sub-Acute)
04.2021 - 09.2021

State certified - Nursing Assistant

Centerpointe Learning Institute
03.2021 - 05.2021

Associate Personnel Analyst

State of California
04.1996 - 11.2019
Tandrea Weston