Tracey Chambers
Houston,Texas
Summary
Patient-focused Certified Nursing Assistant with demonstrated experience providing compassionate and comprehensive care. Skilled in monitoring vital signs, glucose monitoring, and assisting with daily living activities. Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support to patients and families.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patient Care Assistant II
St. Joseph Medical Center
Houston, TX
07.2005 - Current
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Improved patient satisfaction by responding promptly to call lights and addressing needs or concerns.
- Contributed to safe and hygienic environment by maintaining cleanliness of patient rooms and common areas.
- Aided in prevention of bedsores through regular repositioning of patients according to care plans.
- Supported patients'' physical mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and range of motion exercises as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to patients during difficult moments, fostering trust and rapport.
- Implemented infection control protocols effectively, reducing the spread of illness within the facility.
- Educated patients on personal hygiene practices, promoting self-care skills for long-term wellbeing.
- Assisted in meal preparation and feeding support for patients with various dietary restrictions or swallowing difficulties.
- Prioritized confidentiality by diligently adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling sensitive patient information.
- Exhibited flexibility in adapting to changes in schedules or assigned duties while maintaining professionalism.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of patient care.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Gathered medical information, weight and height measurements and vital signs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Upheld confidentiality requirements and regulatory compliance guidelines.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Supported patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to promote team productivity.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
Monitor Technician
St Joseph Medical Center
Houston
07.2005 - Current
- Monitored patient telemetry data to identify abnormal rhythms and critical changes in patient conditions.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to report significant findings and escalate urgent situations.
- Promoted a positive work environment through active collaboration with peers, supervisors, and other healthcare professionals within the facility.
- Facilitated smooth transitions in patient care by accurately reporting pertinent information during shift hand-offs between Monitor Technician colleagues.
- Adhered to strict hospital protocols regarding patient privacy and confidentiality throughout daily tasks and interactions.
Medical Assistant
Codwell Family Foot Center
Houston, TX
02.2017 - 05.2017
- Assisted in patient intake procedures, ensuring accurate collection of medical histories and insurance information.
- Supported physicians during examinations by preparing treatment areas and sterilizing instruments promptly.
- Administered routine diagnostic tests, including blood pressure checks and glucose screenings, with high accuracy.
- Educated patients on foot care practices, promoting preventive health measures and improving overall wellness.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Family And Consumer Sciences
Texas Southern University
Houston, TX01-2027
Associate of Arts - Medical Assistant Program
Houston Community College
Houston, TX06-2017
Skills
- HIPAA Compliance
- Cardiac monitoring
- Customer Service
- Strong Work Ethic
- Medication Administration
- Telemetry Interpretation
- Record keeping and documentation
- Drug screening
- OSHA Compliance
- New Employee Orientation
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- CPR with AED
- First Aid/Bloodborne Pathogens
- Registered Medical Assistant (AMT)
- Certified Nurse Assistant (Tx Nurse Aide Registry)
- Telemetry Technician ( Texas Health Professions)
- Certified Notary Public (AAN)
Training
Codwell Family Foot Center, Houston, Texas, 02/14/2017, 05/05/2017, Assisting the physician with patient exams, refilling medication, mixing injections, taking and recording vital signs, triaging new patients and taking history, answering phones and administration task.
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Codwell Family Foot Center
02.2017 - 05.2017
Patient Care Assistant II
St. Joseph Medical Center
07.2005 - Current
Monitor Technician
St Joseph Medical Center
07.2005 - Current
Associate of Arts - Medical Assistant Program
Houston Community College
Bachelor of Science - Family And Consumer Sciences
Texas Southern University