Licensed Practical Nurse
Resume:
Crystal Pate Knight
Licensed Practical Nurse
Coward, SC 29530
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OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position that will enable me to utilize my existing skills while allowing for growth opportunities and advancement in a well-established patient based environment. At this time, I am seeking remote/work from home positions only.
WORK HISTORY
June 2022 to Current: McLeod Health
MPA McLeod Family Practice
Turbeville/Johnsonville/Sumter
Staff LPN Floater
• Fosters an environment that demonstrates caring, compassion, and respect for all patients, families, visitors and co-workers • Maintains active license and appropriate certifications
• Demonstrates proficiency in use of all medical equipment in the office
• Adheres to procedural checklists for administering all immunizations and injections
• Assists with patient triage and assessment as needed, per physicians' protocol and standing orders
• Obtains vital signs, updates patient’s EMR (EPIC/eClinicalWorks)
• Reviews messages from physicians throughout the day and follows instructions as indicated, including contacting patients with any new instructions for care, medication information, referrals, etc
• Reviews telephone messages throughout the day and responds to patients and physicians promptly
• Reviews unreconciled labs and diagnostic imaging and performs reconciliations at least daily
• Reviews escripts throughout the day and submits refills to physicians
• Processes FMLA, disability forms and HEIDIS requests timely
• Assists physicians with clinical procedures for patients as needed.
• Provides support and assistance as needed to patients, medical assistants, physicians, and other staff
• Participates proactively in problem solving and process improvement activities through collaboration with clinical teams using Evidence Based Practices
• Demonstrates continued professional growth through goal-setting and participation in educational offerings
• Ensures proper ICD/CPT/HCPCS codes are entered in EMR for proper billing
September 2021 to March 2022: MUSC Express Care Lake City
Lake City, SC
Staff LPN
• Responsible for quality patient care under the direction of a physician/physician’s assistant/nurse practitioner in an urgent care setting
• Duties include rooming patients, taking vitals and health history, documenting in an electronic medical record (EPIC), giving injections, administering oral medications and assisting with minor procedures
• Ensures accurate calibrations, cleaning, and scheduled maintenance of clinical/lab equipment
• Performs lab tests as ordered by the provider including collecting blood samples when necessary
• Maintains and reviews patient records, charts and any other pertinent information
• Maintains exam room supplies, instruments and cleanliness of patient care environment
• Maintains timely flow of patients, assists with scheduling of appointments and referrals
• Observes, records, and reports patient's physical and psychosocial condition
• Calls in orders as ordered by physician
• Triages patients and prepares for physician exams and procedures
• Assists with exams, procedures and treatments as necessary including splinting, EKG, suturing, foreign body removal, ear flushes, etc
August 2020 to September 2021: Lake City Community Hospital
Lake City, SC
Emergency Room LPN
•Provides patient/family centered care, acting as partner and adviser, assists and supports patients and families to optimally manage their health care, respecting their culture and values, individual needs, health goals and treatment preferences
•Applies critical reasoning and astute clinical judgment in order to expedite appropriate care and treatment, especially given that the patient may be present with complex problems or potentially life threatening conditions
•Uses critical thinking in clinical problem-solving relative to the scope of practice, knowledge, competency, and experience.
•Assists medical staff with preparation, examination, and procedure to include interviewing/screening patients to obtain personal data and chief complaint, documentation for records, and vital signs
•Performs telephone and in-person screenings
•Participates in recording and reporting responsibilities; documents findings relevant to patients health care status or plan of care, documents accurately and consistently in accordance with approved policies/procedures
•Prioritizes and documents patient incoming phone calls, as assigned, regarding medications, medical conditions, and reviews with the provider as needed for orders or changes
•Cleans and stocks examination rooms and/or other supply areas
•Documents all patient care delivered in the medical record according to the medical center policy
May 2020 to August 2020: SC Department of Corrections
Lee Correctional Institution
Bishopville, SC
Licensed Practical Nurse-Permanent
•Responsible to the Registered Nurse for nursing care provided in a designated correctional clinic or specialized area in compliance with medical plans, policies, and orders for patient care and treatment
•Conduct health screenings during sick call using approved standing orders or making appropriate MD referrals
•Prepare, administer and document medication and insulin as ordered by the physician in the correctional setting
•Document all health care rendered on the medical records
•Assist Physician/PA/Nurse Practitioner as needed
•Transcribe all MD orders from medical records
•Transfer medical records with appropriate documentation and medication at time of inmate transfer
•Perform clinical treatments & procedures using universal precautions
•Provide emergency treatment to inmates and employees
•Participate in employee health issues as directed, i.e flu shots, etc
•Collaborate with other correctional professionals to assure social, psychological, and security needs of the inmate are met
•Collect and process lab specimens for transport to laboratory
•Participates in inmate health education
February 2019 to May 2020: MUSC Health Urology Florence
Florence, SC
Nurse Call Line LPN/Nurse to Dr Moses
•Under the direction of a registered nurse is responsible for all identified nursing care behaviors within his/her span of control during his/her tour of duty and is accountable to the Charge Nurse and/or designated individual
•The LPN participates in the care of a defined patient population •The LPN assists with data collection, formulation of plans for patient care, and participates with evaluation of outcomes of nursing actions •Provides patient/family centered care, acting as partner and adviser, assists and supports patients and families to optimally manage their health care, respecting their culture and values, individual needs, health goals and treatment preferences
•Applies critical reasoning and astute clinical judgment in order to expedite appropriate care and treatment, especially given that the patient may be present with complex problems or potentially life-threatening conditions
•Uses critical thinking in clinical problem-solving relative to the scope of practice, knowledge, competency, and experience •Assists medical staff with preparation, examination, and procedure to include interviewing/screening patients to obtain personal data and chief complaint, documentation for records, and vital signs •Performs telephone and in-person screenings •Participates in recording and reporting responsibilities; documents findings relevant to patient’s health care status or plan of care, documents accurately and consistently in accordance with approved policies/procedures •Prioritizes and documents patient incoming phone calls, as assigned, regarding medications, medical conditions, and reviews with provider as needed for orders or changes •Cleans and stocks examination rooms and/or other supply areas •Under the direction of a registered nurse is responsible for all identified nursing care behaviors within his/her span of control during his/her tour of duty and is accountable to the Charge Nurse and/or designated individual •The LPN participates in the care of a defined patient population •The LPN assists with data collection, formulation of plans for patient care, and participates with evaluation of outcomes of nursing actions •Provides patient/family centered care, acting as partner and adviser, assists and supports patients and families to optimally manage their health care, respecting their culture and values, individual needs, health goals and treatment preferences
•Applies critical reasoning and astute clinical judgment in order to expedite appropriate care and treatment, especially given that the patient may be present with complex problems or potentially life-threatening conditions •Uses critical thinking in clinical problem-solving relative to the scope of practice, knowledge, competency, and experience •Assists medical staff with preparation, examination, and procedure to include interviewing/screening patients to obtain personal data and chief complaint, documentation for records, and vital signs •Performs telephone and in-person screenings •Participates in recording and reporting responsibilities; documents findings relevant to patient’s health care status or plan of care, documents accurately and consistently in accordance with approved policies/procedures •Prioritizes and documents patient incoming phone calls, as assigned, regarding medications, medical conditions, and reviews with provider as needed for orders or changes •Cleans and stocks examination rooms and/or other supply areas •Documents all patient care delivered in the medical record according to the medical center policy
January 2018 to February 2019: SC Department of Corrections
Turbeville Correctional Institution
Evans Correctional Institution
Licensed Practical Nurse-Permanent
•Responsible to the Registered Nurse for nursing care provided in a designated correctional clinic or specialized area in compliance with medical plans, policies, and orders for patient care and treatment
•Conduct health screenings during sick call using approved standing orders or making appropriate MD referrals
•Prepare, administer and document medication and Insulin as ordered by the physician in the correctional setting
•Document all health care rendered on the medical records
•Assist Physician/PA/Nurse Practitioner as needed
•Transcribe all MD orders from medical records
•Transfer medical records with appropriate documentation and medication at time of inmate transfer
•Perform clinical treatments & procedures using universal precautions
•Provide emergency treatment to inmates and employees
•Participate in employee health issues as directed, i.e flu shots, etc
•Collaborate with other correctional professionals to assure social, psychological, and security needs of the inmate are met
•Collect and process lab specimens for transport to laboratory
•Participates in inmate health education
December 2015 to January 2018: MedFirst Staffing, LLC
Greenville, SC
Licensed Practical Nurse
Turbeville Correctional Institution
•Responsible to the Registered Nurse for nursing care provided in a designated correctional clinic or specialized area in compliance with medical plans, policies, and orders for patient care and treatment
•Conduct health screenings during sick call using approved standing orders or making appropriate MD referrals
•Prepare, administer and document medication and Insulin as ordered by the physician in the correctional setting
•Document all health care rendered on the medical records
•Assist Physician/PA/Nurse Practitioner as needed
•Transcribe all MD orders from medical records
•Transfer medical records with appropriate documentation and medication at time of inmate transfer
•Perform clinical treatments & procedures using universal precautions
•Provide emergency treatment to inmates and employees
•Participate in employee health issues as directed, i.e flu shots, etc
•Collaborate with other correctional professionals to assure social, psychological, and security needs of the inmate are met
•Collect and process lab specimens for transport to laboratory
•Participates in inmate health education
January 2010 to May 2013: Wallace Chiropractic & Spinal Rehab, LLC
Lake City/Kingstree, SC
Office Manager
•As the Office Manager, you will support the Clinic Director in the administrative oversight of our chiropractic health clinic •You will be responsible for managing support staff, addressing financial and operational issues, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining positive patient and provider relationships •Your role will be crucial in achieving clinic goals and objectives on a daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual basis •Oversee daily operations of the health clinic to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and departmental policies/procedures •Develop, update, and maintain medical front desk and billing policies and procedures •Handle patient appointments, follow-up phone calls, and patient record updates at the front desk •Participate in the planning and implementation of the clinic's business plan •Manage support staff and ensure efficient handling of patient complaints and adverse incidents •Lead and manage both clinical and non-clinical personnel •Develop and update clinic office policies and procedures, ensuring staff compliance •Participate in strategic planning for the clinic or practice •Collaborate with stakeholders to determine financial and productivity goals •Generate regular reports to monitor clinical productivity and payer mix •Review monthly, quarterly, and annual Profit and Loss statements to ensure clinic sustainability •Conduct regular progress meetings with clinic support staff •Quality Assurance and Equipment •Assist in overseeing the Quality Assurance program, including audits and maintenance of QA files •Ensure proper management and maintenance of clinical and non-clinical equipment •Supervise Information Technology usage and security clearances in the medical department Manage non-clinical supplies and inventory, monitoring expenses against budget •Oversee the system for handling patient complaints and reporting adverse incidents
EDUCATION
6/1997 West Florence High School Graduated/Diploma
8/8/2002- Forsyth Tech Community College Nursing Assistant I Certificate
8/8/2004 (not active)
7/2003 Forsyth Tech Community College Medical Coding Certificate
(not active)
11/18/2015 Williamsburg Technical College Diploma Licensed Practical Nursing
License #LPN.P48123
Expires: 04/30/2024
6/2020 American Emergency Education Assoc First Aid/CPR Adult/Child/Infant
Certificate#26J693264C856053S
Expires 05/19/2024
8/2020 Certificate of Completion LUCAS 3 Chest Compression System
10/2020 Pee Dee AHEC IV Therapy Certification
REFERENCES
Ashton Douglas Ward, RN
1400 Mayfair Terrace
Florence, SC 29501
Logan Turner, PA-C
2607 E Briarwood Dr
Florence, SC 29505
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Taylor McCrea, CMA
810 Doc Kellahan Rd
Kingstree, SC 29556
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