Whitney White
Rome,GA
Summary
Professional in healthcare with 8 years of solid experience in clinical and administrative duties. Skilled in patient care, medical procedures, and electronic health records. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and delivering high-quality results. Reliable in fast-paced environments and adept at supporting medical staff and patients effectively.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Assistant
Emerald Coast Walk-in Clinic
10.2023 - 02.2024
- 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.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Conducted patient follow-up calls to monitor treatment progress and answer any questions.
- Assisted in minor surgical procedures, ensuring sterile environment and patient comfort.
- Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
- Enhanced patient care by meticulously recording vital signs and updating patient records.
- Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
Sleep Technician
Gulf Coast Sleep Center, LLC.
11.2022 - 02.2024
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and safeguarding sensitive medical data.
- Provided exceptional patient care throughout all stages of the diagnostic process, ensuring a positive experience for each individual.
- Regularly participated in continuing education opportunities to remain knowledgeable about latest research findings related to the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders.
- Improved patient comfort by effectively setting up and calibrating sleep monitoring equipment.
- Maintained a clean and safe sleep lab environment, adhering to strict infection control protocols for optimal patient care.
- Assisted in training new Sleep Technicians, sharing best practices and industry knowledge for improved patient outcomes.
- Enhanced diagnostic accuracy through meticulous data collection and analysis of sleep studies.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory guidelines governing the practice of Sleep Medicine in accordance with professional standards and state/federal regulations.
- Optimized study results by troubleshooting technical issues with polysomnography equipment as needed.
- Cleaned and sterilized instruments, equipment and surfaces.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Educated patients about procedures, answered questions, and provided comforting words to control anxiety and enhance procedure results.
- Operated and maintained medical equipment used to diagnose and treat patients.
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
ShiftMed, LLC.
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information and vital signs, supporting seamless communication among healthcare providers.
- Managed challenging behaviors displayed by patients with mental health issues or dementia, maintaining a safe environment for all involved parties.
- Assessed vital signs, pain levels, and physical needs daily, adjusting care accordingly to optimize patient wellness.
- Maintained the cleanliness of assigned patient rooms, upholding high standards of hygiene and contributing to a comfortable healing environment.
- Safely transferred and repositioned patients using appropriate body mechanics, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members.
- Streamlined nursing processes by effectively organizing supplies and equipment, improving overall efficiency in patient care delivery.
- Facilitated patient mobility by providing safe and effective ambulation assistance.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when working with diverse patient populations, fostering trust and rapport between caregiver and patient.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being through active listening and empathetic communication.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care.
Patient Care Technician
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
- Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
- Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
- Assisted in transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment to other rooms adhering to necessary safety precautions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
- Recognized potential emergencies promptly, initiating appropriate action to stabilize patients until further assistance arrived.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques and post-discharge instructions, empowering them to take control of their own health maintenance.
- Supported optimal wound healing by skillfully changing dressings and monitoring for signs of infection or complications.
- Assisted with administration of medications under supervision of nursing staff, ensuring proper patient treatment.
- Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to safer hospital environment.
- Assisted nursing staff with medical procedures to support patient care plans.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care, offering comfort and dignity to patients in their final stages.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Haralson Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
11.2017 - 07.2022
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
Education
High School Diploma -
Haralson County High School
Tallapoosa, GA05-2015
Nursing
Georgia Highlands College
Rome, GACertified Nursing Assistant
Cobb Medical School
Austell, GA03-2016
Nursing
West Georgia Technical College
La Grange, GASkills
- HIPAA compliance
- Patient scheduling
- Customer service
- Medical terminology knowledge
- Vital sign monitoring
- EMR / EHR
- Direct patient care
- Clinical documentation
- Oxygen therapy administration
- Sleep study documentation
- CPAP titration
- Polysomnography expertise
- ASV titration
- BiPAP titration
- CPR certification
- Blood glucose testing
- Basic life support
- Infection control standards
- Specimen collection
- Emergency response
- EKG interpretation
- Medical equipment operation
- Hospice and palliative care
- Wound care
- Certified in CPR/AED
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Emerald Coast Walk-in Clinic
10.2023 - 02.2024
Sleep Technician
Gulf Coast Sleep Center, LLC.
11.2022 - 02.2024
Traveling Certified Nursing Assistant
ShiftMed, LLC.
09.2022 - 03.2023
Patient Care Technician
Wellstar Cobb Hospital
12.2018 - 01.2020
Certified Nursing Assistant
Haralson Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
11.2017 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
Haralson County High School
Nursing
Georgia Highlands College
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cobb Medical School
Nursing
West Georgia Technical College
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