Open To Work
Bridgette Torrence
Urbana,IL
Work Preference
Summary
Certified Nursing Assistant, Healthcare Technician, and Certified/Registered Medical Assistant offering [ 20+ ] years of experience in several healthcare environments. Promotes superior time-management skills, compassion, and great patient care.
Highly-motivated with the desire to take on new challenges. A strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified/Registered Medical Assistant
Carle Health
URBANA, IL
08.2023 - Current
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
CNA/Healthcare Technician
Carle Health
Urbana, IL
03.2015 - 08.2023
- Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Kept instruments and equipment clean and sanitized.
- Maintained inventory levels of stock items, supplies and equipment to foster smooth and cost-effective unit operations.
- Operated photocopiers and scanners, facsimile machines and personal computers.
- Inventoried and ordered materials, supplies and services.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for patients by providing personal assistance and ambulation.
- Monitored patients during surgeries and identified specific response patterns.
Office Assistant
Green Street Realty Illinios
Champaign, IL
01.2014 - 06.2015
- Greeted visitors or callers to handle questions or direct to appropriate staff.
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to improve organizational workflow.
- Collected payments, issued receipts and updated accounts to reflect new balances.
- Maintained and updated filing, inventory and database systems, manually or using computer.
CNA
Clark Lindsey
Urbana, IL
06.2014 - 05.2015
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
CNA/Healthcare Technician
Carle Health
Urbana, IL
08.2010 - 03.2015
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Cashier/Key Holder
Dollar General Store
Urbana, IL
07.2008 - 09.2010
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
CNA
Champaign County Nursing Home
Urbana, IL
06.2004 - 07.2008
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Dietary Aide
Champaign County Nursing Home
Urbana, IL
03.2002 - 06.2004
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen, dining and utility areas to promote healthy environment.
- Set up trays and food service carts to deliver food to residents.
- Served food and snacks according to planned menu and patients' diet orders.
Lunchroom Supervisor
Unit 4 School District
Champaign, IL
01.2001 - 03.2002
- Established and communicated lunchroom rules and monitored and enforced proper and respectful lunchroom behavior.
- Monitored lunchroom for choking or allergic reactions and implemented required emergency first aid.
- Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Urbana Adult Ed
Urbana, IL03.2004
High School Diploma -
Urbana High School
Urbana, IL05.1999
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Parkland College
Champaign, ILSkills
- Patient Assessments
- Infection Control Procedures
- Patient Relations
- Medical Terminology Knowledge
- Quality Assurance
- Collecting Vital Signs
- Electronic Charting
- Respiratory Equipment Training
Timeline
Certified/Registered Medical Assistant
Carle Health
08.2023 - Current
CNA/Healthcare Technician
Carle Health
03.2015 - 08.2023
CNA
Clark Lindsey
06.2014 - 05.2015
Office Assistant
Green Street Realty Illinios
01.2014 - 06.2015
CNA/Healthcare Technician
Carle Health
08.2010 - 03.2015
Cashier/Key Holder
Dollar General Store
07.2008 - 09.2010
CNA
Champaign County Nursing Home
06.2004 - 07.2008
Dietary Aide
Champaign County Nursing Home
03.2002 - 06.2004
Lunchroom Supervisor
Unit 4 School District
01.2001 - 03.2002
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Parkland College
High School Diploma -
Urbana High School
Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing
Urbana Adult Ed