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UNIT SECRETARY
Summary
Well-organized unit secretary with demonstrated knowledge of healthcare procedures and administrative operations in Hospital environments. Experienced with meditech, charts and other business correspondence. Forward-thinking and friendly with distinguished ability to multitask, modernize offices and streamline procedures. Fantastic attention to detail and commitment to optimizing patient experiences through individualized care.
Skills
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Experience
Unit Secretary08/2019 － CurrentSt. Luke's Cornwall HospitalCornwall , NY
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments for diagnostic, surgical and consultation services in busy cardiac unit with 30 plus patients at any given time.
- Updated patient medical records and technical library to support smooth office operations.
- Maximized office efficiency by answering incoming calls to provide office information and transfer calls to desired personal.
- Transcribed doctors' orders, including medication and lab test requests.
Patient Care Assistant05/2016 － 08/2019Tower HealthJenkintown , PA
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and assisted with feeding.
- Communicated changes in patient conditions and other unit concerns to multidisciplinary team.
- Ambulated patients with appropriate assistive devices and in line with proper body mechanics.
- Obtained vital signs and collected biological samples to assist with diagnostic testing and ongoing assessments.
- Contributed to unit improvements by providing cost-effective care in line with performance targets.
- Promoted patient comfort by quickly responding to calls and handling diverse needs.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to note changes from prior measurements.
- Implemented creative activities to emotionally support patients throughout medical treatment.
- Used hospital devices, including sit to stand and hoyer devices to transport and lift patients.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete important diagnostic tests.
- Volunteered to work additional shifts and overtime during busy periods to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with daily living needs such as bathing, dressing, toileting and exercising.
Activities Assistant01/2016 － 07/2016Brookdale Senior LivingWoodbridge , VA
- Organized and lead twelve plus activities such as exercise hour, BINGO, and baking for groups of up to 60 people at a time.
- Adjusted activity plans to better engage users of differing ability or interest levels.
- Protected safety of every person enjoying recreational activities on and off compose by enforcing disciplined and consistent policies.
- Maintained adequate supplies to meet activities needs.
- Set up decorations, equipment and food service stands for various entertainment activities.
- Explained principles, techniques and safety requirements of different activities to participants to prevent injury.
- Organized special trips for residents and accompanied groups throughout each excursion.
- Helped residents participate in activities with basic and advanced mobility support.
Home Health Aide12/2014 － 07/2016Gallagher Home Health ServicesMonroeville , PA
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patient to facilitate best possible care and assistance.
- Facilitated games and other activities to engage clients and provide mental stimulation or entertainment.
- Ran errands for clients and transported to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
- Monitored clients' progress to report necessary changes.
- Followed physician orders when providing care and monitoring client well-being, safety and comfort.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to efficiently handle basic needs.
- Pleasantly greeted patients and families and displayed enthusiastic, compassionate attitude, effectively establishing long-term professional relationships.
- Recorded vitals and communicated with physicians to provide health updates.
- Assisted elderly clients with personal hygiene and other daily activities, including bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
- Assisted patients with transitioning between beds, wheelchairs and automobiles, providing consistent and safe mobility support.
- Provided mental and emotional support to keep clients happy and healthy.
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to family.
Education and Training
Some College (No Degree):University of Massachusetts - Lowell - NursingCity, State
Expected in 12/2020Associate of Science:Lawrence Memorial, Regis - NursingCity
Certifications
- First Aid/CPR
- Crises Pervention Intervention
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School Attended
- University of Massachusetts - Lowell
- Lawrence Memorial, Regis
Job Titles Held:
- Unit Secretary
- Patient Care Assistant
- Activities Assistant
- Home Health Aide
Degrees
- Some College (No Degree) : University of Massachusetts - Lowell - Nursing
Expected in 12/2020 Associate of Science : Lawrence Memorial, Regis - Nursing
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