KATHRYN ANN J.
$22.00 / hr
Dunlap, IL
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Hello, My name is Kate. I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with over 12 years of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant. Throughout my career, I have developed a strong foundation in patient care, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, and providing emotional support to individuals of all ages. I take pride in creating a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment for those in my care. My background in the medical field allows me to recognize changes in a patient's condition quickly and respond appropriately. I am known for my patience, reliability, and ability to build trusting relationships with both patients and their families. My goal is always to enhance quality of life while promoting dignity, comfort, and independence.
Caregiving Services & Expertise
Services
- Bathing
- Dressing & Grooming
- Toileting
- Medication Reminders
- Meal Prep
- Groceries & Shopping
- Transferring & Mobility
- Exercise
- Transportation
- Housekeeping
- Companionship
Job Interests
- Full Time
- Part Time
Caregivers that work non-full-time jobs or irregular shifts can negotiate extra compensation in addition to their standard hourly wage.
Skills & Expertise
- ALS
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Blood Disorders
- Cancer Recovery
- Cardiovascular Disorders
- Diabetes
- Gastrointestinal Disorders
- Hospice Care
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Neurological Disorders
- Orthopedic Care
- Parkinson's Disease
- Senior Care
- Elder Care
- Home Care
Languages
- English
Experience & Education
Heartland Community College
Jan 2014 - Present
Normal, IL
Jan 2014 - Present
CMA
Mar 2026 - May 2025
OSF Healthcare System
Taking patient medical histories and personal information. reviewing care plans and coordinating patient care in both clinical and home settings. Creating seizure action plans and coordinating them with the child's school/home.
Measuring vital signs, such as temperature, weight, height, electric blood pressures, manual, blood pressure, orthostatic blood pressure, pulse, respirations, oxygen level.
Assisting doctors with patient examinations.
Scheduling appointments for patients.
Drawing lab work and Preparing laboratory samples for testing. Point of care testing. Giving immunizations.
I have experience coordinating care through referrals, sending in prescriptions and coordinating with patient pharmacies. Ordering and coordinating any imaging or testing they may need. (Inpatient & outpatient services.) As well as prior authorizations on testing, medication's, referrals.
unfortunately, I had to stop working due to my health at the time. Since then I have been taking care of myself and my health has improved.
Mar 2026 - May 2025
CMA
Feb 2024 - Feb 2024
Heartland Community Health
Taking patient medical histories and personal information. reviewing care plans and coordinating patient care in both clinical and home settings.
Measuring vital signs, such as temperature, weight, height, electric blood pressures, manual, blood pressure, orthostatic blood pressure, pulse, respirations, oxygen level.
Assisting doctors with patient examinations.
Scheduling appointments for patients.
Drawing lab work and Preparing laboratory samples for testing. Point of care testing. Giving immunizations.
I have experience coordinating care through referrals, sending in prescriptions and coordinating with patient pharmacies. Ordering and coordinating any imaging or testing they may need. (Inpatient & outpatient services.) As well as prior authorizations on testing, medication's, referrals.
I had to stop working this job due to my daughter's health.
Feb 2024 - Feb 2024
CMA
Jul 2023 - Dec 2023
Chestnut Health System
Taking patient medical histories and personal information. reviewing care plans and coordinating patient care in both clinical and home settings.
Give clients medications.
Measuring vital signs, such as temperature, weight, height, electric blood pressures, manual, blood pressure, orthostatic blood pressure, pulse, respirations, oxygen level.
Assisting doctors with patient examinations.
Scheduling appointments for patients.
Drawing lab work and Preparing laboratory samples for testing. Point of care testing. Giving immunizations.
I have experience coordinating care through referrals, sending in prescriptions and coordinating with patient pharmacies. Ordering and coordinating any imaging or testing they may need. (Inpatient & outpatient services.) As well as prior authorizations on testing, medication's, referrals.
Jul 2023 - Dec 2023
CMA
Jul 2021 - May 2023
Obsterical Gynecological Assoc
Taking patient medical histories and personal information. reviewing care plans and coordinating patient care in both clinical and home settings.
Measuring vital signs, such as temperature, weight, height, electric blood pressures, manual, blood pressure, orthostatic blood pressure, pulse, respirations, oxygen level.
Assisting doctors with patient examinations and in office procedures. Cleaning instruments.
Scheduling appointments for patients.
Drawing lab work and Preparing laboratory samples for testing. Point of care testing. Giving immunizations.
I have experience coordinating care through referrals, sending in prescriptions and coordinating with patient pharmacies. Ordering and coordinating any imaging or testing they may need. (Inpatient & outpatient services.) As well as prior authorizations on testing, medication's, referrals.
Jul 2021 - May 2023
CMA
Aug 2020 - Jan 2021
phynet dermatology
Taking patient medical histories and personal information. reviewing care plans and coordinating patient care in both clinical and home settings.
Measuring vital signs, such as temperature, weight, height, electric blood pressures, manual, blood pressure, orthostatic blood pressure, pulse, respirations, oxygen level.
Assisting doctors with patient examinations.
Scheduling appointments for patients.
Drawing lab work and Preparing laboratory samples for testing. Giving immunizations.
I have experience coordinating care through referrals, sending in prescriptions and coordinating with patient pharmacies. Ordering and coordinating any imaging or testing they may need. (Inpatient & outpatient services.) As well as prior authorizations on testing, medication's, referrals.
Aug 2020 - Jan 2021
CMA
May 2019 - Feb 2020
unity point clinic
Taking patient medical histories and personal information. reviewing care plans and coordinating patient care in both clinical and home settings.
Measuring vital signs, such as temperature, weight, height, electric blood pressures, manual, blood pressure, orthostatic blood pressure, pulse, respirations, oxygen level.
Assisting doctors with patient examinations.
Scheduling appointments for patients.
Drawing lab work and Preparing laboratory samples for testing. Point of care testing. Giving immunizations.
I have experience coordinating care through referrals, sending in prescriptions and coordinating with patient pharmacies. Ordering and coordinating any imaging or testing they may need. (Inpatient & outpatient services.) As well as prior authorizations on testing, medication's, referrals.
May 2019 - Feb 2020
CMA
Jan 2019 - Mar 2019
Advocate Healthcare
Taking patient medical histories and personal information. reviewing care plans and coordinating patient care in both clinical and home settings.
Measuring vital signs, such as temperature, weight, height, electric blood pressures, manual, blood pressure, orthostatic blood pressure, pulse, respirations, oxygen level.
Assisting doctors with patient examinations.
Scheduling appointments for patients.
Drawing lab work and Preparing laboratory samples for testing. Point of care testing. Giving immunizations.
I have experience coordinating care through referrals, sending in prescriptions and coordinating with patient pharmacies. Ordering and coordinating any imaging or testing they may need. (Inpatient & outpatient services.) As well as prior authorizations on testing, medication's, referrals.
Reason for leaving is moving out of town
Jan 2019 - Mar 2019
dialysis technician/cma
Feb 2016 - May 2016
Fresenius Medical Care
Taking patient medical histories and personal information. reviewing care plans and coordinating patient care in both clinical and home settings.
Measuring vital signs, such as temperature, weight, height, electric blood pressures, manual, blood pressure, orthostatic blood pressure, pulse, respirations, oxygen level.
Assisting doctors with patient examinations.
Scheduling appointments for patients.
Drawing lab work and Preparing laboratory samples for testing. Point of care testing. Giving immunizations. Hook patients up to dialysis machines.
I have experience coordinating care through referrals, sending in prescriptions and coordinating with patient pharmacies. Ordering and coordinating any imaging or testing they may need. (Inpatient & outpatient services.) As well as prior authorizations on testing, medication's, referrals.
Feb 2016 - May 2016
Normal Community High School
Jan 2012 - Jan 2013
Normal, IL
Jan 2012 - Jan 2013
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