Vernita Pryor
Lusby,MD
Summary
Highly-motivated healthcare worker with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
DaVita
La Plata, MD
10.2021 - Current
- Monitored dialysis machine operation and patient vital signs during treatment.
- Provided emotional support to patients undergoing dialysis treatments.
- Assisted in the preparation of dialysis equipment and supplies for treatments.
- Collected blood samples from patients for laboratory analysis.
- Maintained accurate records of patient treatments, fluid intake and output, and other pertinent data.
- Ensured that all safety guidelines were followed while providing treatment to patients.
- Assessed patient response to prescribed therapies and reported any changes in condition to physicians or nurses.
- Helped maintain a clean environment throughout the facility by wiping down surfaces between patient visits.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving medical distress or injury.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Calvert County Public Schools
Prince Frederick, MD
05.2017 - 04.2020
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of a regular teacher.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and behavior.
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Supported special needs students by providing individual instruction as needed.
- Developed creative learning strategies to engage all types of learners.
- Ensured that each student had access to appropriate materials and resources.
- Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
Cafeteria Worker
Calvert County Public Schools
Prince Frederick, MD
02.2017 - 04.2020
- Assisted in the preparation of food items, such as sandwiches, salads, and desserts.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, counters, and surfaces to maintain a safe working environment.
- Stocked shelves with necessary supplies for cafeteria operations.
- Followed health and safety regulations when preparing meals or handling food products.
- Used proper portion sizes when serving meals to students.
- Monitored inventory levels of food items in order to ensure adequate supply at all times.
- Ensured that all ingredients were fresh before using them for meal preparation.
- Restocked utensils and condiments on the cafeteria line as needed.
- Adhered to sanitation policies when cleaning work areas.
Phlebotomy Intern
LabCorp
Prince Frederick, MD
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Performed venipuncture and capillary punctures on patients of all ages.
- Assisted other medical personnel in preparing patients for testing, including taking vital signs and collecting urine samples.
- Maintained accurate records of patient test results in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures.
- Provided phlebotomy services according to established standards and practices.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control guidelines when performing blood draws.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, adhering to proper sanitation procedures at all times.
- Observed strict adherence to HIPAA regulations when handling patient information.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Delivered quality patient care by completing accurate and timely collection and transport of clinical specimens according to established procedures.
CNA/GNA
Solomons Nursing Center
Solomons, MD
08.2006 - 08.2007
- Assisted with patient transfers, ambulation and mobility.
- Provided vital signs monitoring and reporting.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care activities.
- Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior.
- Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, feeding and dressing.
- Monitored fluid intake, output levels and reported changes to RNs, MDs.
- Reported any unusual observations or changes in patient conditions to appropriate medical staff members.
- Educated patients on safety measures and fall prevention techniques.
- Assessed the physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs of patients.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress, treatment plans and goals.
- Utilized proper body mechanics when performing patient lifts or transfers.
- Supported nursing staff members with various tasks as needed.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
CNA/GNA
Evergreen Nursing, Rehab & Home Care
Lusby, MD
09.2006 - 07.2007
- Assisted with patient transfers, ambulation and mobility.
- Provided vital signs monitoring and reporting.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care activities.
- Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior.
- Assisted with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, feeding and dressing.
- Monitored fluid intake, output levels and reported changes to RNs, MDs.
- Reported any unusual observations or changes in patient conditions to appropriate medical staff members.
- Educated patients on safety measures and fall prevention techniques.
- Assessed the physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs of patients.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress, treatment plans and goals.
- Utilized proper body mechanics when performing patient lifts or transfers.
- Supported nursing staff members with various tasks as needed.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Education
Certified Phlebotomist -
Dynamic Phlebotomy School
09.2018
CNA/GNA -
Solomons Nursing Center
09.2006
EMT Recertification -
Eastcoast Association EMT
09.2004
Certified Physical Therapy Aide -
Harcourt Learning Direct
04.2000
EMT Certification -
EastcoastWestlink Career Institute
08.1996
High School Diploma -
Frederick Douglass High School
Upper Marlboro, MD06.1996
Skills
- Alarm Response
- HIPAA
- Patient Health Education
- Treatment Documentation
- Condition Assessment
- Hemodialysis Treatment
- Patient Observation
- Team Collaboration
- Direct Patient Care
- Disposing of Biohazardous Waste
- Emergency Response
- Compassionate Communication
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Monitoring Fluids
- Electronic Charting
- Infection Control Procedures
- Mobility Assistance
- Patient Lifting
- Collecting Specimens
- EHR Management
- Collecting Vital Signs
- Venipuncture
- Sanitation and Sterilization
Timeline
Dialysis Patient Care Technician
DaVita
10.2021 - Current
Phlebotomy Intern
LabCorp
09.2018 - 12.2018
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Calvert County Public Schools
05.2017 - 04.2020
Cafeteria Worker
Calvert County Public Schools
02.2017 - 04.2020
CNA/GNA
Evergreen Nursing, Rehab & Home Care
09.2006 - 07.2007
CNA/GNA
Solomons Nursing Center
08.2006 - 08.2007
Certified Phlebotomist -
Dynamic Phlebotomy School
CNA/GNA -
Solomons Nursing Center
EMT Recertification -
Eastcoast Association EMT
Certified Physical Therapy Aide -
Harcourt Learning Direct
EMT Certification -
EastcoastWestlink Career Institute
High School Diploma -
Frederick Douglass High School
- BLS Certification: 7/2023
- CNA-D/CNA: 10/2021
- Phlebotomy Certification: 08/2020
Certification
- BLS Certification: 7/2023
- CNA-D/CNA: 10/2021
- Phlebotomy Certification: 08/2020
References
References available upon request.
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