Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Work History
Registered Nurse
3 Years 8 Months
Archbold Memorial Hospital | 12.2022 - Current
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for patients.
Educated patients and families on health management, treatment options, and preventive care practices.
Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering skill development and promoting adherence to best practices in emergency care.
Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
Patient Care Technician
1 Year 3 Months
Archbold Memorial Hospital | 09.2021 - 12.2022
Assisted physicians and nurses in performing medical procedures and administering treatments.
Managed patient flow, optimizing bed utilization and reducing wait times in emergency care.
Trained new staff on emergency protocols, enhancing team efficiency and response times.
Monitored patient vital signs, ensuring timely interventions and accurate documentation.
Transported patients to necessary locations.
Assisted nurses and physicians in traumas and codes.
Medical Assistant
2 Years 2 Months
Tallahassee Ear, Nose, and Throat | 06.2019 - 08.2021
Managed patient intake and triage, ensuring efficient workflow in high-volume clinic.
Assisted with diagnostic procedures, enhancing patient comfort and care quality.
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Facilitated seamless patient care with thorough and accurate documentation of medical histories, vital signs, and medications.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing procedure room and sterilizing instruments.
Medical Assistant
5 Months
Northeast Atlanta ENT | 12.2018 - 05.2019
Administered immunizations and medications, adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
Developed and maintained electronic health records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
Coordinated appointment scheduling, optimizing clinician availability and patient access.
Trained and mentored junior staff on clinical procedures and best practices.
Assisted with allergy testing
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Aided in accurate diagnoses by performing laboratory tests and preparing specimens for analysis.
Maintained inventory of medical supplies, ensuring availability for all procedures and treatments.
Improved clinical workflow with introduction of electronic health records system.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing procedure room and sterilizing instruments.
Performed in office maxillofacial CT scans.
Medical Assistant
6 Years 3 Months
North Atlanta Endocrinology & Diabetes | 05.2012 - 08.2018
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance overall patient care experience.
Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
Implemented process improvements that increased operational efficiency within the team.
Assisted physicians with minor surgeries, including preparing operating room and sterilizing instruments.
Performed phlebotomy tasks efficiently while ensuring minimal discomfort for patients during blood collection procedures.
Administered medications and injections as prescribed, adhering strictly to protocols for patient safety.
Performed EKGs and other diagnostic tests, contributing to accurate and timely diagnoses.
Facilitated positive patient experience, greeting patients warmly and providing clear directions within the clinic.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Southern Regional Technical College | Thomasville, GA | 12-2022
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