Kanetria Harris
High Point
Summary
Dynamic professional with proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to diverse environments. Expertise in rapidly acquiring knowledge and applying it effectively to achieve results. Committed to continuous learning and skilled in managing change. Compassionate NICU Unit Secretary recognized for high productivity levels and ability to complete tasks efficiently. Skilled in medical terminology, patient scheduling, and data entry, ensuring smooth operations within fast-paced environments. Possess strong communication, organizational, and time management skills, excelling in coordinating care and supporting healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
NICU Unit Secretary
Moses Cone Women's and Children Hospital
Greensboro
02.2025 - Current
- Managed patient records, ensuring precise documentation for NICU admissions.
- Oversaw information flow within NICU unit to facilitate communication.
- Assisted nursing staff with administrative tasks, enhancing unit efficiency and care delivery.
- Maintained medical supply inventory, ordering items as necessary for daily operations.
- Answered incoming calls and directed them to appropriate personnel.
- Facilitated discharge planning by obtaining required documents from external sources.
- Ensured confidentiality of patient information in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Greeted patients upon arrival, providing necessary paperwork promptly.
CNA/Unit Secretary
Moses Cone Hospital
Greensboro
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained attentiveness to patients and families, ensuring needs were met.
- Performed 12-lead EKGs and glucose testing accurately.
- Recorded vital signs of patients to monitor health status.
- Provided companionship to residents, fostering emotional support.
- Ensured safety and comfort of residents within surroundings.
- Assisted with patient transfers and admissions effectively.
- Coordinated with nurses to guarantee patient safety and wellbeing.
- Managed patient documentation and performed clerical tasks efficiently.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Greeted patients, determined purpose of visit and directed to appropriate staff.
- Answered telephones and directed calls to appropriate medical or administrative staff.
- Coordinated ambulance transfers between hospitals or nursing homes.
- Managed patient admissions and discharges in busy emergency department.
- Notarize, file, and maintain IVC paperwork.
- Communication between physician's and the magistrate of clerk
CNA/Float Pool Certified Nursing Assistant
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
Winston Salem
09.2019 - 04.2022
- Attended to patients and families, addressing individual needs promptly.
- Collected stool samples, throat swabs, and urine cultures for laboratory analysis.
- Recorded patients' vital signs accurately to monitor health status.
- Provided companionship to residents, enhancing emotional well-being.
- Ensured resident safety and tranquility in living environments.
- Performed catheterizations, including in/out and Foley placements/removals.
- Assisted with IV removals, ensuring comfort and safety for patients.
- Maintained patient documentation with precision for accurate record-keeping.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe patient environment.
- Supported patients with mobility challenges through safe transfer techniques.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting quickly to changing work environments.
- Provided float pool coverage on various units throughout the hospital.
- Performed a range of motion exercise with immobile patients.
CNA/Certified Medication Aide
Piedmont Crossing
Thomasville
07.2015 - 11.2019
- Ensured residents' comfort and safety by addressing individual needs promptly.
- Performed and monitored vital signs changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Communicated patients' concerns to medical staff.
- Managed patient records using paper and electronic health record systems.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Verified the accuracy of medication doses before administering them to patients.
- Supported the training of new CNA staff through mentorship and guidance.
- Served as a compassionate companion to residents seeking emotional support.
- Prepared and administered medications according to established protocols.
- Documented medication details, including drug name, dosage, and administration time, on required forms.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
Education
Medical Unit Secretary -
Forsyth Technical Community College
Winston Salem, NC05.2022
Certified Phlebotomist -
Davidson County Community College
Thomasville, NC01.2018
Certified Nursing Assistant -
T. Wingate Andrews High School
High Point, NC06.2003
Skills
- Calm under pressure
- Admission and discharge processes
- Customer service
- Venipuncture and dermal punctures
- Urinalysis
- Data entry
- Vital signs assessment
- Dependability
- Attention to detail
- Medication administration
- Epic systems proficiency
- 12-lead ECG interpretation
- Foley catheter management
- Clerical duties and support
- NICU administrative support
- Emergency department administrative support
- Notary/IVC Paperwork
Timeline
NICU Unit Secretary
Moses Cone Women's and Children Hospital
02.2025 - Current
CNA/Unit Secretary
Moses Cone Hospital
08.2022 - Current
CNA/Float Pool Certified Nursing Assistant
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
09.2019 - 04.2022
CNA/Certified Medication Aide
Piedmont Crossing
07.2015 - 11.2019
Medical Unit Secretary -
Forsyth Technical Community College
Certified Phlebotomist -
Davidson County Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant -
T. Wingate Andrews High School