Compassionate and skilled patient advocate with a strong background in personal care support and medication management. Known for attention to detail and effective communication, dedicated to improving patient outcomes and quality of life.
I am compassionate with the work I do and have done, not only with the patients I have worked with, but also with my son now. I love working with many different ages.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
CNA
Circle of Care Colorado
Colorado Springs
12.2020 - Current
I assisted my son with daily living activities and personal care needs.
Monitor vital signs.
Maintain a clean and safe environment for my son.
Supported mobility by assisting my son with walking and transferring safely.
Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking pulse oximetry and temperature.
Documented my son's care services by charting in designated areas.
Administer my son's medicines to him at the designated times they are due.
Administer his G-tube feeds when they are due.
Help my son with physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy.
Lead Medical Assistant
Rocky Mountain Foot & Ankle Center
Wheat Ridge
08.2008 - 02.2021
Assisted with patient intake and managed appointment scheduling for podiatric services.
Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments for various podiatric procedures.
Educated patients on foot care and post-treatment instructions in a clinical setting.
Documented patient histories and recorded vital signs during routine consultations.
Coordinated with physicians to ensure smooth workflow in the podiatry clinic.
Maintained inventory of medical supplies and ordered replacements as needed.
Supported billing processes by collecting payments and verifying insurance information.
Implemented office protocols to enhance patient experience and operational efficiency.
Organized office supplies and equipment for efficient workflow.
Assisted podiatrist with patient care, including cleaning wounds and taking vital signs.
Performed basic laboratory tests, such as blood draws and pathology orders.
Ensured compliance with all HIPAA regulations related to confidential patient information.
Greeted patients and prepared them for examinations.
Maintained medical records, including filing documents and entering data into the system.
Assisted in minor surgeries under direct supervision of the podiatrist.
Facilitated communication between the podiatrist and other healthcare providers regarding a patient's condition or treatment plan.
Observed safety protocols when handling hazardous materials such as needles, scalpels, sutures.
Recorded patient care information and medical history within charts.
Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
Worked with ages that ranged from infants to elderly patients.
Retail Sales Associate
Bath & Body Works
Westminster
05.2008 - 12.2008
Provided exceptional customer service and support to enhance shopping experiences.
Maintained product displays and ensured merchandise was well-stocked and organized.
Assisted customers with product selection and answered inquiries about features.
Collaborated with team members to create a welcoming store environment.
Managed inventory levels through regular stock checks and replenishment processes.
Greeted each customer and offered assistance in finding requested items, helping boost customer satisfaction and retention.
Maintained a clean work environment by sweeping, dusting, vacuuming and mopping floors.
Restocked shelves, racks and bins with latest merchandise and changed signage to promote special items.
Operated point-of-sale system for efficient transactions and sales processing.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Pima Medical Institute
Denver, CO
08-2008
High School Diploma -
Arvada Senior High School
Arvada, CO
05-2007
Skills
Vital sign assessment
Medication administration
Patient documentation
G-tube feeding
Personal care support
Patient education
HIPAA compliance
Attention to detail
Compassion and empathy
Calm and level-headed under duress
Affiliations
Love spending time with my family
Like being outdoors (fishing, hiking, camping ect)