Nicole Rickman

• Medical assessment and care:Evaluating student health concerns, providing immediate care for injuries or illnesses, and administering medications as prescribed.
• Monitored immunization records and ensured compliance with state regulations.
• Assessed health needs of students and provided appropriate nursing care.
• Provided direct health care services to students involving triage, evaluation, and first aid care for illness and injury.
• Participated in IEP meetings to discuss student healthcare needs.
• Reported pertinent information to authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect or abuse.
• Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
• Documented observations of student behavior, complaints or physical symptoms.
• Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
• Performed first aid and CPR when needed and documented incidents accordingly.
• Communicated with students about feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
• Contacted parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted.
• Inventoried and ordered medical or office supplies or equipment.
• Greeted and logged in students arriving at office.
• Demonstrated strong leadership skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Reviewed student files for accuracy prior to the start of each school year.
• Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
• Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

• Assisted physicians with patient care, including administering injections and medication.
• Participated in continuing education activities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices.
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• Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
• Responded to routine patient inquiries, assessed patient needs, conferred with physician regarding care plan and assisted physician with sensitive components of examinations.
• Answered telephones promptly and courteously while scheduling appointments for patients.
• Provided emotional support to both patients and their families in times of need.
• Documented all treatments given in accordance with established guidelines.
• Prepared and administered vaccines, medications, controlled substances and narcotics as prescribed and sterilized and stored instruments, equipment and supplies.
• Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
• Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
• Assisted physicians during office procedures by preparing exam rooms and sterilizing instruments.
• Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
• Completed electronic documentation, prior insurance authorizations and scheduling of appointments for patients prescribed for diagnostic and therapeutic services from specialists.
• Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
• Reviewed lab results for accuracy prior to delivering them to the physician.
• Conducted physical assessments of patients, such as measuring vital signs, height, weight.
• Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis by labeling correctly according to policies.
• Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
• Recorded patient information in electronic medical records system accurately and efficiently.
• Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
• Ensured that all forms were completed accurately before submitting them for processing.
• Organized medical supplies and equipment to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
• Performed basic laboratory tests, such as urinalysis or blood draws.
• Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
• Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
• Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
• Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
• Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
• Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

• Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
• Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
• Monitored client progress through regular reviews of medical records and clinical notes.
• Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
• Dispensed, administered and supervised clients' medication for mental health and pre-existing medical conditions.
• Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
• Educated clients on the importance of taking medications as prescribed by their doctor.
• Maintained accurate documentation of clinical activities according to agency policies and procedures.
• Observed, documented and reported on clinically-significant changes in clients' conditions.
• Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
• Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
• Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.

Help patients with daily tasks like eating, bathing, and dressing