Otis Cox
Bethel
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient support, delivering high-quality care in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams, ensuring patient well-being and adapting to dynamic clinical needs. Skilled in patient hygiene, documentation, and emergency response.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Aide
Omega Health Care Agency
06.2023 - 09.2024
- 6 month assignment
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness of patient areas, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Documented patient care accurately in electronic health records systems.
Cardiac Intermediate Unit: Care Partner
Vidant Medical Center
10.2021 - 10.2022
- (252) 847-4100
- Assisted nurses in administering medications, ensuring proper dosage and timely delivery to patients.
- Assisted in physical therapy sessions, supporting patients as they worked to regain strength and mobility.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Emergency Room Tech
Howard University Hospital
02.2020 - 05.2020
- (202)865-6100
- Responded quickly and calmly to emergency situations, providing life-saving measures when necessary.
- Demonstrated adaptability in fast-paced environments by managing multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high levels of accuracy under pressure.
- Measured vital statistics, collected specimens for lab analysis and recorded data in appropriate medical records.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes, instructing patients on proper use of support devices.
Emergency Department: Emergency Room Tech
United Medical Center
09.2015 - 01.2020
- (202)574-6000
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Provided basic life support during emergencies, ensuring patient safety and stabilization.
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care based on urgency and medical protocols.
- Assisted in the preparation and administration of medications as per physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to support clinical decision-making.
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
08.2014 - 10.2015
- Assisted patients with dialysis procedures, ensuring comfort and safety throughout treatment.
- Monitored vital signs and equipment functioning during sessions to maintain optimal patient care.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dialysis machines and treatment area to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Supported nursing staff in preparing for treatments by gathering supplies and verifying patient information.
- Educated patients on dialysis processes and post-treatment care to promote understanding and compliance.
- Documented patient data accurately in electronic health records to ensure continuity of care and regulatory compliance.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Greenfield Place
09.2012 - 03.2014
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Golden Living Center - Nursing Home
12.2011 - 07.2013
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained patient records accurately, supporting care coordination efforts.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families to address concerns.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement individualized care plans.
- Advocated for patient needs in multidisciplinary team meetings to enhance care outcomes.
Certified Nurse's Assistant
Tarboro Nursing Center(currently Known as Prodigy)
02.2009 - 10.2011
- Assisted nursing staff in providing quality patient care and support during daily activities.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team promptly.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of patient environments to promote health standards.
- Documented patient progress and care activities accurately to maintain records.
Vascular Technician
National Spine & Pain Centers
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Operated and maintained anesthesia equipment to ensure optimal performance during procedures.
- Assisted in patient preparation by verifying medical histories and monitoring vital signs preoperatively.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to execute efficient anesthesia protocols and enhance workflow.
- Monitored patients' responses to anesthesia, documenting observations for anesthesiologists' review.
- This was a night position while I worked at Howard University Hospital Emergency Room
Education
High School Diploma -
Paul L. Dunbar High School
Washington, DC06-1983
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
University of District of Columbia
Washington, DC05-1987
Certificate of Technical Studies - Nurse Aide I
Pitt Community College
Winterville, NC06-2009
Certificate of Technical Studies - Nurse Aide II
Edgecombe Community College
Tarboro, NC04-2014
Skills
- Colostomy care
- Geriatric care
- Urinary catheter care
Sterile Procedures, Vascular Access Cert, Hemodialysis, rang-of-motion principles/rehab
- Tracheostomy care
- IV maintenance
- Wound care specialist
- Dementia and Alzheimer's care
Certification
- Maryland BON CNE20190024
- District of Columbia Dept. of Health 809057
- North Carolina NA I(393337) and NA II c/o NC Board of Nursing
- Virginia Dept. of Health 1401184456
Timeline
Nurse Aide
Omega Health Care Agency
06.2023 - 09.2024
Cardiac Intermediate Unit: Care Partner
Vidant Medical Center
10.2021 - 10.2022
Vascular Technician
National Spine & Pain Centers
01.2021 - 01.2022
Emergency Room Tech
Howard University Hospital
02.2020 - 05.2020
Emergency Department: Emergency Room Tech
United Medical Center
09.2015 - 01.2020
Patient Care Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Holdings Inc.
08.2014 - 10.2015
Certified Nursing Assistant
Greenfield Place
09.2012 - 03.2014
Certified Nursing Assistant
Golden Living Center - Nursing Home
12.2011 - 07.2013
Certified Nurse's Assistant
Tarboro Nursing Center(currently Known as Prodigy)
02.2009 - 10.2011
High School Diploma -
Paul L. Dunbar High School
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
University of District of Columbia
Certificate of Technical Studies - Nurse Aide I
Pitt Community College
Certificate of Technical Studies - Nurse Aide II
Edgecombe Community College
Golden Living Center of Tarboro, NC now known as Edgecombe Health and Rehab
As a "morning care" CNA at then Golden Living Center earned the Top Gold National Quality Award in 2013 as recognized by the American Health Care Association and the National Center for Assisted Living. This is the highest award extended in long term care and assisted living facilities all over the country and our facility won! Our team was humbled and left with a sense of gratitude hoping the family members of our residents knew that the care we've been entrusted with was not in vein
PREVIOUS EMPLOYMENT 2008 - 2014
- Greenfield Place 5th street Greenville, NC
- Washington Center for Aging / certified nurse aide 202-541-6200 2601 18th st. NW Washington, DC 20018
- Golden Living Center / certified nurse aide/ rehab (252)823-0401 1000 Western Blvd Tarboro, NC 27866
- Presenitis Medical (Cardiovascular) Patient Care Tech (252)329-8000 4Arlington Blvd Greenville, NC 27834
- Tarboro Nursing Center/ certified nurse aide 911 Western Blvd Tarboro,NC 27866
ADDITIONAL TRAINING
- Rehab/range-of-motion principles
- Wound treatments
- Sterile Procedures
- Postmortem Protocols
- HIV/Ebola Infection Control Training
- Vascular Access Certification
- Hemodialysis
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention CPI Card(Phyci/ behavioral health)
- Home Health/Geriatric Aide