Takesha Chatham
Certified Nurse,Medication,Mental Health Tech,Cook and Medical Assistant,NRCAHA
Nationally Registered Certified Administrative Health Assistant Hearne, TX 77859
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Customer service oriented professional with 8+ years of healthcare industry experience. Ensures smooth patient flow by providing prompt attention to pulling patient charts and necessary medical records, gathering accurate billing and financial information, and reviewing intake materials for accuracy and completeness.
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR / EHR) - PointClickCare and Greenway Cloud Based EMR software, and Kiosk patient check in software.
• Maintains confidentiality and complies with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• State of Texas Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - #NA8263612 (Exp. 12/18/2025).
• Certified Medication Aide - #MA29368 (Exp. 9/11/2025).
• Basic Life support (CPR and AED) (Exp. 2/29/2026).
• Nationally Registered Certified Administrative Health Assistant (NRCAHA) #202183 (Exp.9/15/2025)
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (NPS)#5713021039TC(Exp.12/18/25)
• Experienced with Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Referral Coordinator
Healthpoint-Bryan, TX
September 2023 to Present
Forwarding referral forms to health records Maintain patient records Referral processingCommunicate with patients Expediting patient referrals to specialty offices Keep track of records Verify eligibility benefits Verifying insurance information
PCA/CNA/ Monitor Tech/ Unit Secretary/ Screener
CHI College Station-College Station, TX
April 2019 to Present
provide intimate, hands-on healthcare to patients in medical settings, helping with bathing, dressing and the basic activities of life. Documenting patients' health issues and report to nurses. Responsible for administering daily medication to patients in a hospital or medical facility. Assisted residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene and repositioning. Mental Health Technician/ Cook
Rock Prairie-College Station, TX
February 2018 to August 2019
* Work side-by-side with the physicians, nurses, therapists, special education and many other health professions.
* Foster collaborative professional partnership with physicians, psychiatric nurses and therapists.
* Conduct both informal and formal psycho-educational, recreational and interpersonal skills development groups.
* Observe and record patient behaviors and interactions towards prescribed treatment goals.
* Maintain and update medical records, clinical documentations, and electronically manage activities of daily living.Complied with resident rights, observed universal precaution and infection control procedures, and reported concerns and problems to supervisor. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Lampstand Health and Rehab-Bryan, TX
June 2015 to March 2018
* Administered medications, helped patients who self-administer medications, and provided patient care activities.
* Followed physician orders and state laws and handled documentation relating to medication distribution, incidents and observations and changes in patient physical or emotional condition.
* Promoted positive relationships with patients and complied with rules regarding patient privacy. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Certified Medication Aide (CMA) St. Joseph Manor Assisted Living-Bryan, TX
May 2014 to August 2014
provide intimate, hands-on healthcare to patients in medical settings, helping with bathing, dressing and the basic activities of life. Documenting patients' health issues and report to nurses. Responsible for administering daily medication to patients in a hospital or medical facility. Also referred to as Medical Aide Technicians, their duties include monitoring patients, reporting changes, and collecting samples. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Rockdale Residence and Rehab-Rockdale, TX
March 2014 to August 2014
* Prepared and administered medications to residents according to physician orders and regulatory standards.
* Assisted residents with activities of daily living including personal hygiene and repositioning.
* Followed daily care plan and documented medications, treatments, and activities. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Cameron Nursing Center-Cameron, TX
September 2012 to August 2014
* Checked resident files for information, administered medications, and ensured care and services were provided.
* Complied with resident rights, observed universal precaution and infection control procedures, and reported concerns and problems to supervisor.
* Demonstrated positive attitude and ability to work well with co-workers. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Cameron Nursing Center-Temple, TX
May 2013 to November 2013
* Performed direct resident care duties and assisted in maintaining a positive environment.
* Assisted with activities of daily living, recreation programs, and eating.
* Distributed and administered medications, kept accurate records, and documented activities and treatments.
* Remained calm under stress, and related positively to residents and families. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Sherwood Healthcare-Bryan, TX
August 2011 to August 2012
* Administered medications following regulatory compliance guidelines.
* Kept proper records, reported changes in patient condition, and documented patient care activities.
* Provided for patient's dependency needs such as nutrition, hygiene, safety, and comfort measures. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Certified Medication Aide (CMA) Lampstand Health and Rehab-Bryan, TX
January 2009 to October 2011
* Provided assistance services including activities of daily living (personal hygiene, mobility, and feeding).
* Administered medications and reminded patients to take scheduled medications.
* Documented patient care activities, treatments, and observations.
* Maintained effective communications with patients and families, complied with confidentiality regulations, and listened in a supportive manner.
Education
Associate of Science degree in Health Sciences
Ultimate Medical Academy
January 2017 to January 2018
Diploma in Pharmacy Technician
Blinn College - Bryan, TX
2009
Skills
• CPR Certified
• Mental Health
• Microsoft Excel
• Receptionist
• Documentation
• Microsoft Office
• Powerpoint
• Management
• Organizational Skills
• Certified Nursing Assistant
• Customer Service
• Office Experience
• Intake Experience
• Vital Signs Experience
• Medication Administration
• Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• EMR Systems
• Medical Office Experience
• Primary Care Experience
• Patient Care
• Dementia Care
• CPR
• Filing
• Medical Records
• Medical Terminology
• Vital Signs
• Medical Billing
• Data Entry
• Anatomy Knowledge
• Physiology Knowledge
• ICD-10
• HIPAA
• Medical Coding
• CPT Coding
• Transcription
• Infection Control Training
• ICD Coding
• Experience Administering Injections
• English
• Insurance Verification
• ICD-9
• Triage
• Employee Orientation
• Epic
• Medical Scheduling
• Phone Etiquette
• Quality Assurance
• Cerner
• Caregiving
• Clerical experience
• Nursing home experience
• Communication skills
• Computer skills
• Documentation review
• Front desk
• EMR systems
• Medical records
• Medical terminology
• Clerical experience
• Typing
• Customer service
• HIPAA
• ICD-9
• ICD-10
• Vital signs
• Hospital experience
• Anatomy knowledge
• Physiology knowledge
• Cash register
• Database administration
• Human resources
• Leadership
• Medical coding
• ICD coding
• Cash handling
• Quality assurance
• Documentation review
• Epic
• Office management
• Communication skills
• Care plans
• Organizational skills
• Sanitation
• Medication administration
• Geriatrics
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• English
• Front desk
Certifications and Licenses
CNA
July 2004 to December 2022
Medication Aide
September 2006 to September 2024
CPR/First Aid
March 2018 to March 2022
Nationally Registered Certified Administrative Health Assistant September 2021 to September 2024
AED Certification
Certified Medication Aide
State Tested Nursing Assistant
BLS Certification
Certified Medication Technician
CCMA Certification
December 2023 to December 2025
Certification 5713021039TC
ACLS Certification
CPR Certification
RMA
Assessments
Clinical judgment — Proficient
October 2021
Assessing a patient's condition and implementing the appropriate medical intervention Full results: Proficient
Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.
Additional Information
WeKEY QUALIFICATIONS
Medical Administrative Assistant * Medical Terminology * Patient Processing * Release of Information Medical Billing * Medical Records Management * Patient Registration Introduction to ICD-10-CM Coding * HIPAA Compliance * Anatomy & Physiology * Medical Laws & Ethics Electronic Health Records (EHR) * Electronic Medical Records (EMR) * Greenway Computer Information Systems * Medical Transcription * Office Accounting * Principles of Management Pathophysiology for Medical Office * MS Office / MS Word