Vonda Powell
Address - *** Waikiki Dr Garland Texas, TX 75043
Contact - *************@*****.*** 214-***-****
CAREER OBJECTIVE
Driven, dependable, hard working individual seeking to combine professional skills and medical education to secure employment within an innovative healthcare organization.
Proficiencies: Greenway; MS Word; Typing Speed: 30 WPM
Skills: Problem solving skills; Attention to detail; Following directions; Independent thinker – requires minimal supervision; Team player
QUALIFICATIONS
Electronic Health Records (EHR) Payment Posting Scheduling HIPAA Insurance Verification Insurance Claim Processing EOBs Co-Payments Deductibles Manage Care (HMO PPO and POS) Government Payers Third Party Payers Worker’s Compensation Medical Billing Medical Coding ICD-9/ICD-10 HCPCS CPT Medical Terminology
Medicare Medicaid and Tricare CMS 1500 CMS 1450 (UB-04) Fee Schedules EXPERIENCE
Southhaven Nursing Home– Dallas, TX
04/1997-08/1999
Certified Nursing Assistant
Attended to the individual needs of patients including assistance with grooming, bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, incontinent care, toileting, colostomy care, prosthetic appliances, transferring, ambulation, range of motion or other needs in keeping with the individuals’ care requirements
Completed various tasks assigned by supervisory staff, including checking vital signs, weighing residents, applying creams/ointments and collecting specimens
Lifted, moved and transported residents, utilizing proper body mechanics or lifting devices for accident prevention
Provided individualized attention encouraging each resident’s ability to maintain or attain the highest practical physical, mental and psychosocial well-being possible Juliette Fowler Communities– Dallas, TX
08/1994-01/1996
Certified Nursing Assistant
Attended to the individual needs of patients including assistance with grooming, bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, incontinent care, toileting, colostomy care, prosthetic appliances, transferring, ambulation, range of motion or other needs in keeping with the individuals’ care requirements
Communicated and interacted effectively and tactfully with patients, visitors, families, peers and supervisory staff
Lifted, moved and transported residents, utilizing proper body mechanics or lifting devices for accident prevention
Maintained the comfort, privacy, and dignity of patients by completing duties in a manner that displays warmth and promotes a caring environment
Measured and notated both intake and output of liquids and solids, documenting changes and promptly reporting concerns to supervisory staff
Performed all responsibilities in accordance with prescribed safety and infection control procedures, including thorough hand washing, use of disposable gloves when appropriate and proper disposal of soiled materials El Shaddai Personal Care Facility– Dallas, TX
01/1994-06/1994
Home Health Aide
Assisted family members in caring for the patient by teaching appropriate ways to lift, turn, and re-position the patient; advising on nutrition, cleanliness, and housekeeping
Cared for patients by changing bed linens, washing and ironing laundry, cleaning, or assisting with their personal care
Entertained, conversed with, or read aloud to patients to keep them mentally engaged and stimulated. Provided mental and emotional stimulation to patients to ensure continued vitality
Monitored patient condition by accurately attaining and documenting patient vital signs, observing physical and mental status, participation in exercise as well as nutritional ingestion and waste excretion
Supported patients by providing personal services, such as, bathing, dressing, and grooming assistance, utilizing appropriate opportunities to encourage self care by demonstrating & supporting use of walking aids, special utensils to eat, special techniques as well as equipment for personal hygiene CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Nursing Assistant – Dallas, TX
CNA
Provided basic care to patient, Assist with daily activities, EDUCATION
Ultimate Medical Academy Diploma – Medical Billing and Coding, 2019 Fully accredited, accelerated program providing instruction in medical billing and ICD-10, CPT and HCPCS coding for diseases, surgeries and medical procedures. Program content includes electronic health record (EHR) systems, accounting methods, and processes for preparing and submitting healthcare claims. Research, professional writing, critical thinking and communications skills are emphasized throughout the program.