Vanessa Allen
Gainesville
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with a strong foundation in patient care and support. Known for attention to detail, effective communication, and adaptability. Aiming to leverage experience in fostering positive client experiences and promoting collaborative healthcare environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Special Friends Inc.
Gainesville
05.2026 - Current
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Administered medication according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
- Facilitated personal care activities such as bathing and dressing to enhance client hygiene and well-being.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Prepared meals based on dietary needs and supported clients during feeding.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to promote client well-being.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in client living environments.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Documented client care activities accurately for ongoing assessments and reviews.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
PCA-Milk Tech
HCA North Florida
Gainesville
11.2025 - 03.2026
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure quality patient care delivery.
- Collaborated with family members and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans for each patient's needs.
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care and support tasks.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, promptly reporting changes to medical or nursing staff for timely intervention.
- Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by the physician or dietitian.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Maintained adequate supply levels in unit to support uninterrupted patient care. with necessary medical supplies.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Medical Assistant
UF Health Shands Hospital
Gainesville
03.2017 - 03.2023
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and medical procedures.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications, and treatments per physician instructions.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Managed patient records in electronic health record systems to ensure accurate and timely access to patient information.
- Communicated clearly with patients regarding their health concerns and needs.
- Relayed patient messages to physicians regarding concerns, condition updates, or refill requests to support effective treatment decisions.
- Educated patients on medications, procedures, and physician's instructions to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Ensured medical equipment remained in optimal condition through regular cleaning and adherence to established maintenance procedures.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests and prepared specimens for analysis.
- Performed basic laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood glucose levels under direct supervision of a physician or registered nurse.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
Education
Associate of Science - Registerd Nurse
Galen College of Nursing
Gainesville, FL08-2028
Skills
- Patient care
- Medication management
- Health record management
- Vital sign assessment
- Care planning
- Infection control
- First aid
- Electronic records
- Time management
- Reliability
- Basic housekeeping
- Problem-solving
- Effective communication
- Empathetic listening
- Active listening
- Compassionate care
Certification
- medical assistant certification
- CPR- basic and first aid
Timeline
Caregiver
Special Friends Inc.
05.2026 - Current
PCA-Milk Tech
HCA North Florida
11.2025 - 03.2026
Medical Assistant
UF Health Shands Hospital
03.2017 - 03.2023
Associate of Science - Registerd Nurse
Galen College of Nursing