Patient Care Practical Nurse

Christy Tucker

334-***-**** ad5env@r.postjobfree.com Opelika, AL 36801

SUMMARY

Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families. SKILLS

Direct Patient Care

Care Plan Implementation

Patient Education

Medication administration and teaching

PA approvals

Electronic Health Records Management

EXPERIENCE

Nurse-LPN, Dr.Kevin Jackson, August 2005-Current

Opelika, AL

Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.

Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments. Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders. Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.

Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures. Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures. Notified patient of test results

Order all medical supplies and medications

Logged all 485 certification for insurance billing. Obtained all PA for medications

Make appointments for for patients with other specialties. Nurse-LPN, Lee Obstetrics & Gynecology, July 1996-December 2004 Opelika, AL

Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.

Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments. Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders. Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.

Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.

Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.

Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs. Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records. EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Certificate

LPN, Opelika Tech, Opelika, AL May 2003

Some College (No Degree)

Nursing, Auburn University, Auburn AL

Associate of Science

Nursing, Central Alabama Community College, Alexander City AL

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