TRAVELING CLINICAL ASSISTANT

Professional Summary

Kentucky State-Certified Nursing Assistant bringing 7 years of experience in healthcare settings. Observant and reliable with good bedside manner and excellent time-management skills to address patient requirements in high-volume care facilities. Proficient in mobility and personal hygiene support. Empathetic and compassionate commended for chart accuracy, effective team collaboration and unprecedented patient relations. Interacts with patients from diverse cultures and backgrounds. In-depth knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA regulations.

Work History

Traveling Clinical Assistant, 12/2018 to 03/2020SeniorWellGroup - Louisville, KY

Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs
Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight
Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment
Documented vital signs and health history for patients every
Reviewed physician's calendar and scheduled patient appointments by telephone and in-person
Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills
Comforted anxious patients before procedures and listened to concerns, offering support and compassion
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations
Equipped patients with assistance required for basic care
Utilized effective communication and active listening skills when interacting with physicians, nursing staff and patients
Gathered forms, copied insurance cards and other information to collect patient information for billing and insurance filing
Supported patients across various hospitals with both physical and emotional needs
Assisted patients with basic care needs

Nursing Assistant, 03/2017 to 03/2020Valhalla Post Acute - Louisville, KY

Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
Reported any unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nursing staff
Engaged in housekeeping tasks by replacing linens and cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep nurses informed of changes
Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight, testing urine and recording intake and outtake information
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing
Provided patients with personal hygiene assistance by giving bedpans, baths, backrubs and assisting with travel to bathroom
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms
Cared for average of 8-20 patients per shift, delivering high-quality, efficient support to meet all needs
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices
Observed or examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as bruises, open wounds or blood in urine
Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture

Certified Nursing Assistant, 03/2015 to 05/2019Forest Springs Health Care Center - Louisville, KY

Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision
Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs
Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs
Participated in fun activities with patients each to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing

Certified Nursing Assistant, 01/2014 to 12/2014Springhurst Pines - Louisville, KY

Education

Nursing Assistant Certification , 09/2013

Jefferson Community And Technical College - Louisville, KY

Received Nursing Assistant Certification SEPT 2013 Lic#/SRNA/DT# 50189226

Associate of Science

Galen College of Nursing - Louisville, KY

Interests

Natural Sciences

Real Estate

Cats

Singing

SciFy Movies

Astrology

Fashion

Sociology

Skills

Vital signs monitoring
Specimens collection and processing
Care plan discussion
Electronic health records
Proficiency in Point Click Care, Matrix, and most electronic health record platforms and systems
Simple dressings
Data Entry
Patient-focused care
Companionship and emotional support
Direct Patient Care

Observing responses
Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Supporting personal needs
Tube feedings and medications familiarity
Transporting patients
Patient Management
Measuring bodily fluids
Documenting behaviors
Responding to emergencies
Chronic disease management

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

SeniorWellGroup
Valhalla Post Acute
Forest Springs Health Care Center
Springhurst Pines

School Attended

Jefferson Community And Technical College
Galen College of Nursing

Job Titles Held:

Traveling Clinical Assistant
Nursing Assistant
Certified Nursing Assistant

Degrees

Nursing Assistant Certification , 09/2013
Associate of Science

Traveling Clinical Assistant Resume Example

Resume Score: 80%