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Terrencia Jones

Tampa,FL

Summary

Caring Nursing Student possessing calm disposition and excellent crisis management abilities. Skillful in documenting thorough, accurate patient information and monitoring fluid outtake and input levels. Observant and conscientious collaborator with knowledge of nursing and medical terminologies paired with strong passion to help others.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Medical Assistant

Optum
Tampa, FL
07.2023 - Current
  • Order medical supplies, maintain inventory logs and restock exam rooms when needed.
  • Administer injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Prepare laboratory specimens for analysis and organize lab results for review by the physician.
  • Maintain accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
  • Answer phones, scheduled appointments and manage patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
  • Conduct EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
  • Inspect equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
  • Adhere to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
  • Participate in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
  • Collaborate with local pharmacies to resolve and clarify issues with patient medication.
  • Provide continuous process improvement and preventive and corrective actions to facilitate operational efficiency.
  • Follow safety, environmental and regulatory policies by properly handling and disposing of hazardous waste.

Student Nurse Practicum Experience

Jersey College School Of Nursing
Tampa, Florida
11.2018 - Current
  • Monitor patient progress throughout their stay in the hospital setting.
  • Interact with patients in a professional manner while providing compassionate care.
  • Operate under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
  • Complete clinical work in different units to achieve degree standards and build nursing knowledge.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of patient information, including vitals, assessments, and lab results.
  • Observe for changes in patient conditions and report them to supervising nurse or physician.
  • Read and understood patient assignment list and reviewed charts to check for special conditions.

Medical Assistant

WellMed
Thonotosassa, FL
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Assisted physicians and nursing personnel with injections, EKGs, phlebotomy, and other patient care procedures
  • Maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records
  • Monitored and document vital signs for patients within outpatient setting
  • Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis
  • Organized, stock and clean exam and treatment rooms and sterilize instruments
  • Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines
  • Coordinated patient care as directed by physicians, company standards and policies.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.

Medical Assistant

Medix Staffing
New York, NY- Florida
11.2021 - 08.2022
  • Assisted physicians and nursing personnel with injections, EKGs, phlebotomy, and other patient care procedures
  • Maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records
  • Monitored and document vital signs for patients within outpatient setting
  • Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis
  • Organized, stock and clean exam and treatment rooms and sterilize instruments
  • Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines
  • Coordinated patient care as directed by physicians, company standards and policies.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
  • Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
  • Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.

Patient Care Associate

NYHHC
New York, NY
10.2021 - 02.2022
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records
  • Assessed, documented, and monitored vital signs for patients within outpatient setting
  • Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analysis
  • Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines
  • Obtained variety of blood samples through venipuncture or capillary puncture using syringes, butterfly needles and straight needles.

Direct Support Professional

ARC Of Westchester
Hawthorne, NY
12.2019 - 10.2021
  • Work with multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide comprehensive mental healthcare to developmental disability patients
  • Document current patient information to update supervising managers, including vital signs, behaviors and eating habits
  • Enhance patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities
  • Administer all necessary medications as directed by care plan.

Direct Support Professional

ARC of West Palm Beach County
West Palm Beach, FL
03.2019 - 11.2019
  • Followed physician orders when providing care and monitoring client well-being, safety, and comfort
  • Monitored clients' progress to report necessary changes
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment to promote client happiness and safety
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care
  • Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations
  • Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living.

Behavior Technician

Butterfly Effects
Deerfield Beach, FL
11.2018 - 10.2019
  • Developed activity plans and instructional materials to assist with treatment
  • Helped to implement individualized interventions as part of behavior treatment plans
  • Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions
  • Identified treatment goals based on individual diagnosis and history
  • Maintained thorough clinical treatment notes
  • Communicated with patients' family members to explain treatment process, answer questions, and maintain relationships.

Direct Care Counselor

Cerebral Palsy ASSOCIATION Of New York State
New York, NY
03.2018 - 11.2018
  • Oversaw appointment schedules and transportation
  • Organized and dispensed medications on schedule
  • Prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet individual requirements
  • Helped patients perform daily living tasks such as brushing hair and teeth
  • Documented and filed patient health reports and charts
  • Performed assessments to determine individual limitations and strengths.

Direct Support Professional

AHRC
New York, NY
04.2014 - 03.2018
  • Supported and encouraged psychiatric patients to promote health and wellness
  • Prepared and accompanied patients on public outings, managing safety, behavior, and other activities
  • Completed data entries in charts and logbooks to document client progress
  • Assisted disabled individuals to foster independence while still closely monitoring safety at all times
  • Worked to improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Jersey College School of Nursing
Tampa, FL
08-2024

Associate of Science - Medical Assistant

Mildred Elley
06.2015

GED -

Mildred Elley
04.2014

Skills

  • Patient-oriented
  • Team leader
  • Mobility assistance
  • Specimen collection and processing
  • Inpatient and outpatient care
  • Patient positioning understanding
  • Maintaining dialysis equipment
  • Vital statistics
  • Patient Health Education
  • Patient records administration
  • Venipuncture and phlebotomy
  • Electrocardiography (EKG)
  • Behavior redirection
  • Medical terminology
  • Vital sign monitors
  • Data entry
  • Patient scheduling
  • Colostomy care familiarity
  • Diabetes management
  • Gastronomy tube care
  • Stocking supplies
  • CPR
  • Wound care and irrigation

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Medical Assistant

Optum
07.2023 - Current

Medical Assistant

WellMed
08.2022 - 07.2023

Medical Assistant

Medix Staffing
11.2021 - 08.2022

Patient Care Associate

NYHHC
10.2021 - 02.2022

Direct Support Professional

ARC Of Westchester
12.2019 - 10.2021

Direct Support Professional

ARC of West Palm Beach County
03.2019 - 11.2019

Student Nurse Practicum Experience

Jersey College School Of Nursing
11.2018 - Current

Behavior Technician

Butterfly Effects
11.2018 - 10.2019

Direct Care Counselor

Cerebral Palsy ASSOCIATION Of New York State
03.2018 - 11.2018

Direct Support Professional

AHRC
04.2014 - 03.2018

Associate of Science - Nursing

Jersey College School of Nursing

Associate of Science - Medical Assistant

Mildred Elley

GED -

Mildred Elley
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