Yovonia Watkins
Fort Lauderdale,FL
Summary
Dedicated Medical Assistant with strong skills in EHR management, patient scheduling, and vital sign monitoring. Committed to ensuring high-quality patient care and effective infection control.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Assistant
Cleveland Clinic Florida
Weston, FL
09.2019 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers with patient examinations and treatments.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Coordinated patient schedules and appointments efficiently.
PCA
Memorial Regional Hospital Hollywood
Hollywood, Florida
05.2016 - 10.2019
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Delivered meals and assisted with feeding to ensure proper nutrition and comfort for patients.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance patients' well-being during care routines.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
- Ensured cleanliness of patient areas to promote health and comfort. including changing linens and cleaning bathrooms.
Patient Care Assistant
Memorial Regional Hospital Hollywood
Hollywood, Florida
06.2016 - 09.2019
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care and comfort needs.
- Supported patients with mobility, transferring, and personal hygiene tasks.
- Assisted with ambulation and positioning of patients according to their plan of care.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families to address concerns.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care plans.
- Answered call lights promptly to ensure timely response to patient needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and common areas.
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
Odyssey Healthcare
Atlanta, GA
10.2003 - 07.2007
- Provided compassionate personal care to patients in hospice settings.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted with restorative measures such as positioning, range of motion exercises and other activities for hospice patients.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving hospice patients by following established protocols.
- Recorded daily intake and output levels for all fluids taken by hospice patients.
180 hour Externship
Greenbrier Foot and Ancle Center
Atlanta , GA
03.2007 - 06.2007
- Assisted medical staff with patient preparation and surgical procedures.
- Maintained equipment and ensured cleanliness of surgical areas.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintained a clean work environment by stocking supplies, cleaning equipment, disposing of waste materials properly, and ensuring all areas are sanitized according to standards.
- Performed clerical duties including answering phones, greeting visitors, filing charts and documents, updating patient records in the electronic health record system, and processing insurance forms.
Activities Coordinator
Henry County Nursing Home
Abbeville, Alabama
02.1994 - 03.2003
- Coordinated events and programs tailored to individual resident interests.
- Assessed resident needs to create inclusive activity plans for diverse abilities.
- Developed schedules for daily activities promoting physical and mental well-being.
- Organized recreational activities for residents to enhance social engagement.
Education
GED -
Javelin Technical Training Center
Morrow, GASome College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
Bellasa Profectional Institute
Hallandale, FLSkills
- Electronic health records
- Vital sign monitoring
- Medical terminology
- Patient safety protocols
- Appointment coordination
- Patient education
- Attention to detail
- Time management
Timeline
Medical Assistant
Cleveland Clinic Florida
09.2019 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Memorial Regional Hospital Hollywood
06.2016 - 09.2019
PCA
Memorial Regional Hospital Hollywood
05.2016 - 10.2019
180 hour Externship
Greenbrier Foot and Ancle Center
03.2007 - 06.2007
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant
Odyssey Healthcare
10.2003 - 07.2007
Activities Coordinator
Henry County Nursing Home
02.1994 - 03.2003
GED -
Javelin Technical Training Center
Some College (No Degree) - Medical Assistant
Bellasa Profectional Institute