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SABRINA L BARKLEY

Max Meadows

Summary

Efficient Patient Care Technician with 16 years of experience providing for patient medical needs. Proven skills in medical electronic record keeping, EKG/ telemetry monitoring and nursing support functions.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Patient Registration Associate

Wythe County Community Hospital
11.2023 - Current
  • Streamlined patient intake processes to enhance registration efficiency and reduce wait times.
  • Coordinated electronic health record updates, ensuring accuracy and compliance with healthcare regulations.
  • Trained new staff on registration protocols and software systems, improving team performance and service quality.
  • Monitored patient flow during busy periods, optimizing resource allocation and enhancing overall patient experience.
  • Expedited insurance verification processes, ensuring prompt authorizations for necessary medical treatments or procedures.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.

Lead Patient Care Technician/ Telemetry Tech/ Secretary

Lewis Gale Hospital- Pulaski
08.2022 - 01.2024
  • Responded immediately to calls from patients for assistance or treatment and alerted medical staff to emergency situations.
  • Completed daily shift reports for smooth and informative handovers.
  • Prioritized assigned tasks when managing high patient caseload.
  • Documented vital signs to track medical symptoms and the progress of treatments.
  • Prepared patients for surgeries and treatments by washing, shaving and draping specific body areas.
  • Safeguarded patient confidentiality by observing HIPAA and company-established protocols.
  • Used EMR system to input and update patient health records.
  • Physically supported patients with mobility issues to stand, walk and use bathroom facilities.
  • Completed EKGs and ECGs by attaching electrodes to patient's chest, arms, and, legs, manipulating switches on machine to obtain readings.
  • Observed, analyzed and interpreted cardiac rhythms for up to 18 patients per shift.
  • Coordinated with other practitioners on behalf of patients to transfer paperwork, set up tests and arrange specialist referrals.
  • Compiled complete patient record with admission, transfer and discharge information.
  • Facilitated flow of communication and information to department members.
  • Safeguarded confidentiality of patient information by consistently following patient protection standards.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Commonwealth Senior Living
06.2021 - 08.2022
  • Documented and reported to nurses patient behavior observations, complaints, or physical symptoms.
  • Answered call lights to aid patient comfort.
  • Delivered outstanding care following individualized treatment plans.
  • Reviewed patient dietary restrictions, food allergies and preferences to facilitate appropriate diet.
  • Monitored patients' mental and emotional wellbeing and reported concerns.
  • Safeguarded residents' rights and confidentiality.
  • Bonded and worked with patients to encourage exercise and therapeutic activity participation.
  • Communicated urgent needs to multidisciplinary team of clinical staff.
  • Helped patients with daily living requirements by bathing, dressing and assisting with mobility needs.
  • Repositioned bedridden patients to prevent sores and blood clots.

Hospice Aide

Medi Hospice
10.2018 - 05.2021
  • Took vital sign readings and recorded measurements by documenting temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
  • Communicated with physicians, nurses and caregivers to support continuum of care.
  • Fed patients and helped individuals with self-feeding limitations.
  • Enforced compliance with regulatory requirements, safety measures and facility policies.
  • Observed patients' by checking open wounds and existing conditions.
  • Worked under RN supervision to support resident care plans.
  • Completed range of motion exercises with patients to improve abilities and overall wellness.
  • Built strong rapport with patients to provide stable and supportive care system.
  • Collected biological samples for routine assessments and diagnostic tests.
  • Helped patients with daily living requirements by bathing, dressing and assisting with mobility needs.
  • Dressed wounds under medical supervision to support patient recovery.
  • Safeguarded patient confidentiality by observing HIPAA and company-established protocols.
  • Observed patients for unusual behaviors, documenting and reporting concerns.

Hospice Aide

Medi Hospice
02.2016 - 09.2018
  • Changed bed and bathroom linens frequently, maintaining clean and healthy atmosphere for patients.
  • Prepared meals for patients with strict attention to allergies and dietary restrictions.
  • Offered emotional support and companionship to chronically ill patients.
  • Reviewed written care plans, executed instructions and documented treatment interventions.
  • Discussed care challenges with supervisors and case managers to identify best solutions.
  • Recorded accurate observations by applying active listening and critical thinking skills.
  • Identified and documented changes to patient condition and notified care team for further instruction.
  • Delivered compassionate care and provided patients with emotional and social support.
  • Supported patient mobility needs and provided ADL assistance.
  • Bathed, groomed, dressed, and fed patients, assisting with activities of daily living.
  • Remained calm and maintained professionalism during times of high emotional stress.
  • Documented patient symptoms, vital signs and medication intake in EMR software.
  • Safeguarded patient privacy with stringent adherence to HIPAA protocols.

Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant

Good Samaritan Hospice
10.2016 - 05.2018
  • Took vital sign readings and recorded measurements by documenting temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
  • Communicated with physicians, nurses and caregivers to support continuum of care.
  • Completed range of motion exercises with patients to improve abilities and overall wellness.
  • Fed patients and helped individuals with self-feeding limitations.
  • Enforced compliance with regulatory requirements, safety measures and facility policies.
  • Reviewed patient dietary restrictions, food allergies and preferences to facilitate appropriate diet.
  • Worked under RN supervision to support resident care plans.
  • Built strong rapport with patients to provide stable and supportive care system.
  • Provided caring companionship to support patients' social and emotional needs.
  • Helped patients with daily living requirements by bathing, dressing and assisting with mobility needs.
  • Safeguarded patient confidentiality by observing HIPAA and company-established protocols.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Highland Ridge Rehab
11.2009 - 02.2012
  • Delivered outstanding care following individualized treatment plans.
  • Reviewed patient dietary restrictions, food allergies and preferences to facilitate appropriate diet.
  • Monitored patients' mental and emotional wellbeing and reported concerns.
  • Communicated urgent needs to multidisciplinary team of clinical staff.
  • Bonded and worked with patients to encourage exercise and therapeutic activity participation.
  • Completed daily shift reports for smooth and informative handovers.
  • Safeguarded residents' rights and confidentiality.
  • Recorded vitals to monitor patient condition.
  • Cleaned patient rooms and changed bed linens to reduce fungi and bacteria buildup.
  • Helped patients with daily living requirements by bathing, dressing and assisting with mobility needs.
  • Provided feeding assistance to patients where necessary.

Education

Certificate - Nursing Assistant

New River Community College
Dublin, VA
04.2009

High School Diploma - General Studies

Radford High School
Radford, VA
05.2003

Skills

  • Remote monitor management
  • Digital record management
  • Clinical support
  • Clerical support
  • Phone reception
  • Medical terminology
  • HIPAA compliance

Timeline

Patient Registration Associate

Wythe County Community Hospital
11.2023 - Current

Lead Patient Care Technician/ Telemetry Tech/ Secretary

Lewis Gale Hospital- Pulaski
08.2022 - 01.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Commonwealth Senior Living
06.2021 - 08.2022

Hospice Aide

Medi Hospice
10.2018 - 05.2021

Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant

Good Samaritan Hospice
10.2016 - 05.2018

Hospice Aide

Medi Hospice
02.2016 - 09.2018

Certified Nursing Assistant

Highland Ridge Rehab
11.2009 - 02.2012

High School Diploma - General Studies

Radford High School

Certificate - Nursing Assistant

New River Community College

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