Patient Care Medical Office

ASHALA SMITH, LPN . **** Burkeshire drive. Columbus OH. cell: 614-***-**** ***********@*****.***

CAREER PROFILE

Compassionate and dedicated Nurse with over 20 years of experience in diverse healthcare settings, including acute care, emergency rooms, and outpatient clinics. Adept at providing high-quality patient care, performing clinical assessments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Strong advocate for patient education and preventive care, with a commitment to enhancing patient experiences and promoting health and well-being. Recognized for excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments.

Core Knowledge & Skill Areas:

Vital Signs Record Keeping Catheter Care Medical Office Certified Anatomy knowledge Wound Care

IV therapy certified Nurse First Aide & CPR Certified Phlebotomy Administration of Medications Muscular Skeletal knowledge

- Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Proficient in EHR systems (e.g., Epic, Cerner)

- Ability to work effectively in high-stress environments

- Commitment to continuous professional development and learning

EDUCATION Hondros Nursing, Westervile, OH

Licensed Practical Nurse

American School of Technology

Completing Medical Assistant Class/Phlebotomy/Pharmacology

American School of Technology

Certification of successful completion of Medical Office Manager - 2003

Columbus State Community College

State Tested Nurse’s Aide - 1999

Hondros College, Westerville, OH

Certificate of successful completion of Real Estate Course

2016-2017

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Empire Professional Services

Clinic Manager 01/2024 – Current`

Manage day-to-day operations of the clinic, Supervise, train and evaluate staff. Coordinate patient care activities, Quality assurance, Budget management, Record keeping,

Prolink

Travel Nurse 01/2021– 01/14/2024

Health Department Immunization Clinic Nurse, Gave immunizations, Drew up the immunizations. Responsible for drawing blood for labs, caring for patients and medical needs within my job duties, obtaining vitals on a timely matter, drawing labs and delivering them in a timely matter. Chart patient information, and Patient confidentiality of medical records, Scheduling appointments with specialist. Sit with patients keeping safe from injury or harm to self or others.

Mount Carmel East

Trauma Nurse 12/2021– 08/2022

Charting every Trauma on my shift, Responsible for drawing blood for labs, caring for patients and medical needs within my job duties, obtaining vitals on a timely matter, drawing labs and delivering them in a timely matter. Chart patient information, and Patient confidentiality of medical records, Scheduling appointments with specialist. Sit with patients keeping safe from injury or harm to self or others.

MaryHaven Engagement Center

PRN Charge Nurse 01/2019 – PRN

Providing intake assessments on Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol patients. Monitor progression and document while in rehab the progression or laps . Responsible caring for patients and medical needs within my job duties, passing medications according to Doctor orders. obtaining vitals on a timely matter and delivering them in a timely matter. Chart patient information, and Patient confidentiality of medical records, Scheduling appointments with specialist.

Ohio Living

PRN Charge Nurse 07/2018 – 2023 prn

Wound Dressing & Care Ventilator & Tracheostomy Suctioning/Care G-Tube Feedings & Care Respiratory Treatments & Assessments IV Therapy Patient Bathing & Hygiene Assistance Glucose Checks & Blood Pressure Monitoring Rehabilitation Therapy

Nurse Finders

Nurse/Phlebotomist/MA/Sitter 01/2012 –Current travel nurse agency

Responsible for drawing blood for labs, caring for patients and medical needs within my job duties, obtaining vitals on a timely matter, drawing labs and delivering them in a timely matter. Chart patient information, and Patient confidentiality of medical records, Scheduling appointments with specialist. Sit with patients keeping safe from injury or harm to self or others.

P.R.O.B.E. Columbus, OH 03/2009 - Current

Camp Director

Implement new and relevant programs that are used for leadership to ensure desired met outcomes. Provide leadership, coaching and skill enhancement to staff members.

Develop camp curriculum meeting needs of campers.

Benefit Admin, Columbus, OH 2003 - 2004

Advanced claims processer

Selected Accomplishments:

Proccessed medical claims and answered benefit and claims questions for members and Doctors.

Ohio State Medical Center 2011 – 2013 Medical Assistant (MA/PHLEBOTOMIST)

Assisted STAT nurses with drawing blood on challenged vain and senior citizen patients. Responsible for caring for patients and medical needs within my job duties, obtaining vitals on a timely matter, drawing labs an delivering them in a timely matter. Chart patient information, and Patient confidentiality of medical records.

Alvis House, Columbus OH. 2011 – 2011

Habilitation Specialist

Provide direct services to residents assisting with various programs, monitoring and passing medication, monitor facility and meet with program staff regarding client.

Visiting Angels, Grove City, OH 2010 – 2011

Home Health Aide

Responsible for assisting clients with their daily needs in their home or as a companion in the hospital, Run errands provide personal care and do basic household cleaning.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) # 168006.MEDS-IV - Expires October 31st, 2024 Multistate Licensed

Basic Life Support (BLS)) – Expires October 7th, 2025

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