Skilled administrative team member with in-depth knowledge of medical standards, compliance requirements, and operational procedures. A practiced problem-solver with excellent communication skills and a friendly, caring mentality. Expertise in customer service and inner-office operations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Unit Secretary /Medical Records Clerk
Piedmont Health Care Center
Piedmont, AL
01.2023 - Current
Performed clerical duties such as filing, copying, scanning, and faxing documents.
Compiled patient medical records and maintained confidentiality of all patient information.
Answered phone calls from patients and other healthcare professionals in a polite and professional manner.
Greeted visitors to the nursing unit in a friendly and helpful manner.
Maintained accurate records of patient care activities including vital signs, medications, treatments.
Processed requests from doctors for special tests or procedures for patients on the unit.
Updated patient information in electronic health record system.
Input data into computer systems accurately and efficiently.
Prepared reports related to patient care activities as requested by supervisors or physicians.
Transported specimens to laboratory for analysis when necessary.
Managed and arranged routine work schedules of the nursing staff effectively.
Attended departmental meetings as required and provided input where appropriate.
Educated new employees on policies and procedures specific to the nursing unit.
Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax.
Scheduled tests, lab work or x-rays for patients based on physician orders.
Demonstrated expertise in creating error-free documents including reports, invoices and medical records using spreadsheet or similar software
Maintained a secure filing system for confidential documents.
Scanned paper records into digital format.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Piedmont Health Care Center
Piedmont, AL
01.2018 - 01.2023
Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake and output.
Reported changes in patient condition to registered nurse or physician.
Facilitated patient movement to treatment areas employing both wheelchairs and stretchers.
Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
Teacher's Assistant
The Learning Tree School
Jacksonville, AL
01.2017 - 12.2017
Provided individualized assistance to students with special needs in the classroom.
Facilitated small group instruction and activities for students of varying abilities.
Assisted teachers with creating and maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment.
Supported teachers by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and organizing supplies.
Collaborated with colleagues to develop instructional plans that meet individual student needs.
Developed and implemented behavior intervention plans for clients.
Monitored client progress and documented changes in behavior.
Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage appropriate behaviors.
Assisted clients in developing social skills, coping strategies, and problem-solving skills.
Organized recreational activities to improve socialization among clients.
Provided emotional support to residents dealing with various issues.
Adhered to HIPAA requirements regarding confidentiality of medical information.
Attended seminars related to Group Home Staff Member duties.
Provided direct care to residents, including personal hygiene and daily living skills.
Monitored resident safety and well-being on a 24 and 7 basis.
Conducted crisis intervention when needed.
Encouraged positive behaviors through reward systems.
Crew Member
Taco Bell / KFC
Piedmont, AL
03.2017 - 11.2017
Educated customers on menu items, product ingredients and nutritional values.
Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
Restocked kitchen supplies including food products and utensils.
Cleaned restaurant area by sweeping floors, wiping tables and emptying trash receptacles.
Followed all safety guidelines while operating equipment such as slicers, fryers and ovens.
Greeted customers upon arrival, provided menus and answered questions regarding menu items.
Provided excellent customer service to maintain a positive atmosphere for guests.
Adhered to health department regulations regarding food handling procedures.
Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Monitored quality of food served to ensure it met company standards for presentation and temperature.
Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
Kept up-to-date knowledge of store policies regarding payments, returns and exchanges.
Crew Member
McDonald's
Piedmont, AL
02.2016 - 02.2017
Demonstrated proper food safety practices by accurately completing quality control checklist.
Processed cash and credit card payments, promptly returning receipts, coin, bills and payment cards to customers.
Warmly greeted visitors to promote great customer service and positive ordering experience.
Maintained safe food handling practices to prevent germ spread.
Talked pleasantly with customers while taking orders and promoted positive image for business.
Assembled and served meals according to specific guest requirements.
Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
Cleaned restaurant area by sweeping floors, wiping tables and emptying trash receptacles.
Crew Member
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits
Jacksonville, AL
10.2013 - 01.2016
Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
Counted money in cash drawer at the beginning of shift to ensure that amounts were correct and have sufficient change.