Vera Lane
Mobile,AL
Summary
Proven caregiver and medical assistant with a track record of enhancing patient quality of life at Loving Hands Elder Care. Skilled in medical record-keeping and compassionate communication, adept at building trust and efficiently managing patient care needs. Demonstrates strong ethics and problem-solving abilities, ensuring optimal health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Loving Hands Elder Care
01.2019 - 04.2024
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
Medical Assistant
Fairhope Health And Rehab
09.2020 - 12.2023
- 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.
Medical Assistant
Vita Smiles
01.2008 - 09.2012
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during examinations, effectively addressing concerns and answering questions.
Education
Associates - Medical Assistant
JF Ingram Tech
Montgomery, PA03.2012
Skills
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Time Management
- Elderly Care
- Problem-Solving
- Dependable and Responsible
- Patient Care
- Daily living assistance
- Multitasking and Organization
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Basic Housekeeping
- Emotional Support
- Housekeeping
- Strong Ethics
- Meal Preparation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Relationship Building
- Compassionate Care
- Flexible Schedule
- Verbal and written communication skills
- First aid and safety
- Flexible schedule and availability
- Patient Companionship
- Dementia Care
- Compassionate communication
- Medical record-keeping
- Medication and Appointment Reminders
- Supportive Companionship
- Alzheimer's Care
- Behavioral Management
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Fairhope Health And Rehab
09.2020 - 12.2023
Caregiver
Loving Hands Elder Care
01.2019 - 04.2024
Medical Assistant
Vita Smiles
01.2008 - 09.2012
Associates - Medical Assistant
JF Ingram Tech
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