chessica Bellows
Experienced healthcare professional
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Maintain accurate and timely patient records
Familiar with general anatomy and medical terminology
Remarkable communication and listening abilities with outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated record of high performance standards, including attention to schedules, deadlines, quality of work and capable of handling multiple projects concurrently
Recognize patient's needs to instills sense of calmness
Adept communicator, interact effectively with doctors, patients, family members and the general public
Effectively work with physician, staff, patient and family members in a professional manner; while maintaining confidentiality in accordance to HIPPA regulations
Work Experience
Dec 2024 - Present
Caregiver, Department of Health and Human Services -Rehabilitation Division
Sterling, IL
Provide personalized care to clients by assisting with daily living activities, supporting mobility, and providing hygiene care with respect and dignity.
Monitor and manage patient health and well-being; including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, assisting with wound care, and following safety and infection control protocols.
Facilitate home and community engagement: Including preparing meals, performing light housekeeping, offering companionship, helping with scheduling, and engaging clients in activities.
Documentation and Communication; Maintaining accurate records of services and patient status, and communicating effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
May 2023 - Aug 2023
Medical Assistant, Montes Psychiatric Center
Rockford, IL
Managed medical records, ensuring precise filing and scanning for enhanced document accessibility.
Collected and documented patient vitals, improving care quality and data accuracy.
Coordinated prescription submissions and refills, maintaining effective pharmacy communication.
Scheduled appointments and registered patients, optimizing clinic workflow and reducing wait times.
Facilitated patient flow by directing to exam rooms and addressing inquiries, ensuring smooth operations.
Dec 2021 - Feb 2022
Medical Assistant, Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital
Dixon, IL
Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning.
Oct 2021 - Nov 2021
Medical Assistant Extern, Sahara West Urgent Care and Wellness
Las Vegas, NV
Prepared exam and treatment rooms for patient visits, availing all necessary supplies and equipment.
Maintained clean and safe clinic environment to prevent injuries.
Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
Collected histories, vitals, and current complaints via patient interviews.
Jul 2018 - Jul 2019
Caregiver, Department of Health and Human Services -Rehabilitation Division
Sterling, IL
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Jan 2003 - Jan 2024
Maid Housekeeper, self employed
Milledgevillel., IL
●Carry linens, towels, toilet items, and cleaning supplies, using wheeled carts
●Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met
●Disinfect equipment and supplies, using germicides or steam-operated sterilizers
●Wash dishes and clean kitchens, cooking utensils, and silverware
●Polish silver accessories and metalwork, such as fixtures and fittings
●Observe precautions required to protect hotel and guest property and report damage, theft, and found articles to supervisors
●Empty wastebaskets, empty and clean ashtrays, and transport other trash and waste to disposal areas
●Replenish supplies, such as drinking glasses, linens, writing supplies, and bathroom items
●Sort clothing and other articles, load washing machines, and iron and fold dried items
●Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies, using vacuum cleaners and shampooers
●Dust and polish furniture and equipment
●Keep storage areas and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy
●Request repair services and wait for repair workers to arrive
●Wash windows, walls, ceilings, and woodwork, waxing and polishing as necessary
●Sweep, scrub, wax, or polish floors, using brooms, mops, or powered scrubbing and waxing machines
●Sort, count, and mark clean linens and store them in linen closets
●Prepare rooms for meetings and arrange decorations, media equipment, and furniture for social or business functions
●Run errands, such as taking laundry to the cleaners and buying groceries
●Remove debris from driveways, garages, and swimming pool areas
●Move and arrange furniture and turn mattresses
●Performing General Physical Activities
●Getting Information
●Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
●Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
●Handling and Moving Objects
●Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
●Making Decisions and Solving Problems
●Training and Teaching Others
●Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
●Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
●Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
●Documenting/Recording Information
●Assisting and Caring for Others
●Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
●Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
●Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
●Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
●Controlling Machines and Processes
●Thinking Creatively
●Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
●Experience with: Carpet shampooers, Carpet steamers, Cleaning brushes, Cleaning scrapers, Commercial dishwashers, Data entry software, Dust masks, Dust mops, Dusters, Email software, Floor scrubbing machines, Household dryers, Household washers, Housekeeping carts
Education
Nov 2020 - Oct 2021
Vocational Certificate or Credential, Medical/Clinical Assistant.
United Education Institute -Las Vegas, Las Vegas, NV