Medical Quality Assurance
Resume:
LATONJA D. RIVERS, LPN
North Augusta, South Carolina 29841
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A dedicated and highly motivated Licensed Practical Nurse is seeking a position that will provide a challenging opportunity to contribute to a healthcare organization’s growth, success, and exceptional patient care, while at the same time offering an avenue for career advancement and professional growth. Strengths include extensive knowledge of preparation, dispensing and charging medications to patients. Works well in a self-directed position while assuming responsibility as well as appreciating the importance of teamwork to ensure maximum productivity and quality patient care. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Recognized as a proven leader who diligently strives to achieve positive results.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
THE PLACE AT DEANS BRIDGE, Augusta, Georgia 05/13 Present
PRUITT HEALTHCARE SYSTEM OF AUGUSTA, Augusta, Georgia 07/11 01/13
SIGNATURE HEALTHCARE OF BUCKHEAD, Atlanta, Georgia 04/07 07/10
WESTWOOD EXTENDED CARE, Evans, Georgia 09/03 04/05
BEVERLY MANOR, Augusta, Georgia, 08/00 05/01
Charge Nurse
Responsible for management, supervision, and evaluation of support staff
Accurate documentation of all relevant patient care records
Inventory and Management of medications and medical supplies
Assist physicians with patient medical history, physical examinations, and accurate patient charting documentation
Conduct annual evaluations for support staff
Train new LPN’s focusing on communication and decision making skills in medical emergencies
Assist with the development of individualized plans of care in collaboration with the resident’s responsible party
Implement plan of care effectively and efficiently
Maintain an update knowledge of medication administration
Document relevant physical or mental status changes of elderly residents in senior retirement facility
TOXICOLOGY ASSOCIATES OF NORTH GEORGIA GWINNETT, INC., Gwinnett, Georgia, 01/06 04/07
Dosing Nurse/Health & Safety Officer
Responsible for maintaining precise medical charts, ensuring that all dose changes and orders are signed by the physician within 72 hours
Maintained documentation and reported all health and safety issues to the Program Director and Medical Director that adversely affects the health or safety of any program participant
Performed monthly premises inspection reports
Conducted quarterly emergency fire drills, participated in debriefing and completed reports
Collected quality assurance data on a monthly basis and submitted the data to the quality assurance coordinator
Prepared quarterly health and safety reports
AUGUSTA METRO TREATMENT CENTER, Augusta Georgia, 08/02 09/03, 04/05 01/06
Dosing Nurse
Responsible for dispensing medication and recording dosages with absolute accuracy
Conducted an actual sight and count inventory of the Methadone Supply on a daily basis
Assisted physicians with the patient’s medical history and required physical examinations
Provided the Program Director and other stakeholders with an assessment of patients’ medical conditions
Administered appropriate lab test as required
EDUCATION
TENDER CARE TRAINING CENTER, Augusta, Georgia
Phlebotomy Certificate, 2014
AIKEN TECHNICAL COLLEGE, Aiken, South Carolina
Practical Nursing License, 1999
Hospital Unit Coordinator Certification, 1994
Cardiac Diagnostic Certification, 1994
EKG Technician Basic Certification, 1994
SOUTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY, Orangeburg, South Carolina
Bachelor of Science in Marketing, 1991
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