Nicki Rediger
Kingman,Az
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with a proven track record at Kingman Regional Medical Center, excelling in patient flow management and HIPAA compliance. Skilled in medical terminology and compassionate caregiving, I have significantly improved patient care experiences. My expertise in training and mentoring, coupled with a strong ability to multitask, positions me as a valuable team asset.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Unit Coordinator
Kingman Regional Medical Center
01.2021 - 11.2024
- Handled confidential patient information with discretion, adhering to HIPAA regulations to protect privacy rights.
- Trained new Unit Coordinators on unit-specific protocols, contributing to overall team proficiency in delivering exceptional patient care experiences.
- Achieved appropriate patient flow by admitting, transferring and discharging patients in computer system and notifying appropriate personnel of patient status verbally and through signage.
- Managed medical emergencies calmly and effectively while activating appropriate codes according to hospital policy; ensuring prompt response from specialized personnel.
- Maintained a clean and organized unit environment, adhering to infection control protocols for optimal patient safety.
- Coordinated and maintained referral sources related to admissions, discharges, and follow up services to sustain daily census requirements.
Med Tech/LNA
Joshua Tree Care Center
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Created engaging activities that stimulated mental and physical wellness of clients.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management
Med Tech/LNA
Silver Creek Assisted Living
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Monitored vital signs and reported any significant changes to healthcare professionals, ensuring prompt intervention.
- Prepared and served nutritious meals, considering dietary restrictions and preferences to promote overall health.
- Administered medication management software to track patient dosages, ensuring timely administration.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to reduce feelings of loneliness and improve mental well-being.
- Applied mobile caregiving applications to schedule and document daily tasks, enhancing care coordination.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Supported seniors during nighttime hours by providing assistance and comfort, ensuring a restful night''s sleep.
- Coordinated closely with family members on updates regarding their loved one''s condition while respecting privacy.
- Improved mobility for elderly individuals by assisting with exercises and physical therapy routines.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
Med Tech/ LNA
Davis Place
11.2017 - 01.2020
- Administered medication management software to track patient dosages, ensuring timely administration.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any significant changes to healthcare professionals, ensuring prompt intervention.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to reduce feelings of loneliness and improve mental well-being.
- Assisted clients in maintaining a safe and clean living environment, promoting health and wellbeing.
- Provided emotional support to seniors, fostering positive relationships and enhancing their overall mental health.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, providing first aid treatment when necessary and alerting medical personnel if required.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Supported seniors during nighttime hours by providing assistance and comfort, ensuring a restful night''s sleep.
- Coordinated closely with family members on updates regarding their loved one''s condition while respecting privacy.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, updating healthcare professionals on any changes or concerns regularly.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors.
- Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Conducted regular home safety checks to identify potential hazards ensuring a secure environment for the elderly.
- Maintained client confidentiality and adhered to HIPAA regulations while documenting and sharing pertinent information with authorized parties.
Education
Psychologhy - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHHigh School Diploma - General Studies
Flagstaff High School
Flagstaff, AZ05.2015
CNA -
Coconino Community College
Flagstaff, AZ05.2015
Skills
- Software knowledge
- Patient flow
- HIPAA compliance
- Paperwork processing
- Basic life support for health care providers (BLS), and Certified in CPR/AED
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Patient safety
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Task prioritization
- Patient advocacy
Timeline
Unit Coordinator
Kingman Regional Medical Center
01.2021 - 11.2024
Med Tech/LNA
Joshua Tree Care Center
11.2020 - 01.2021
Med Tech/LNA
Silver Creek Assisted Living
01.2020 - 12.2020
Med Tech/ LNA
Davis Place
11.2017 - 01.2020
Psychologhy - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
High School Diploma - General Studies
Flagstaff High School
CNA -
Coconino Community College
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