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Darlene Lappin

Waltonville

Summary

Knowledgeable certified medical assistant with exceptional background over several years handling intensive clinical environments. Quality-driven and safety-oriented with excellent interpersonal and relationship-building abilities. Experienced in collaborating across disciplines to support patient needs and enhance care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Medical Assistant

Midwest Sinus Sleep & Allergy
Mount Vernon
09.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in minor surgical procedures such as suturing lacerations or removing stitches under the direction of a physician.
  • Monitored lab results for accuracy and alerted physicians immediately if any abnormalities were detected.
  • Administered injections, immunizations, medications, wound dressings and other treatments according to physician instructions.
  • Prepared specimens for laboratory testing and performed routine laboratory tests.
  • Administered injections under the direction of a physician or nurse practitioner.
  • Assisted with scheduling patient appointments and follow-up visits.
  • Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Contacted medical facilities to schedule patients for admission.
  • Operated x-ray and electrocardiogram (EKG) to administer diagnostic tests.
  • Collected, labeled and stored laboratory specimens properly prior to testing.
  • Administered medications under physician's supervision.

Patient Care Technician

Springfield Memorial Hospital
Springfield
12.2022 - 12.2024
  • Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
  • Reported any observed changes in behavior or physical condition to the nursing staff immediately.
  • Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
  • Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
  • Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
  • Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
  • Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
  • Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
  • Delivered outstanding patient care based on physical, psychological, educational and related criteria.
  • Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
  • Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Certified Medical Assistant

Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, IL
05-2024

Graduate Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant

Lincoln Land Community College
Springfield, IL
12-2021

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration

Robert Morris College
Springfield, IL
01-1994

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Surgical assistance
  • Laboratory testing
  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Phlebotomy techniques
  • First aid response
  • Problem solving

Timeline

Certified Medical Assistant

Midwest Sinus Sleep & Allergy
09.2024 - Current

Patient Care Technician

Springfield Memorial Hospital
12.2022 - 12.2024

Graduate Certificate - Certified Medical Assistant

Lincoln Land Community College

Graduate Certificate - Certified Nursing Assistant

Lincoln Land Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration

Robert Morris College

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