Kathleen M Orona

Licensed Practical Nurse

Phone: 623-***-****

Email: adbs3j@r.postjobfree.com

Compassionate and patient focused LPN with 4.5 years of professional experience in providing ambulatory care. 24 years in the medical field. Medical skills include customer service, EHR software, self-motivating, and Adaptability.

Experience Correctional Health Services LPN

Phoenix, AZ

03/2019- Present

Observed patients and reported adverse reactions to medication or treatment to medical personnel

Implement individualized treatment programs per health provider

Administered subcutaneous and intramuscular injections

Administered medication, monitored and documented treatment progress and patient response on over 300 patients each shift

Trained and served as a mentor to new staff

Maintained confidential files

Steward Health Choice- HRA Case Management LPN

Phoenix, AZ

07/2016- 01/2019

Outbound calls to initiate and complete Annual Health Risk Assessment surveys

Created individualized annual care plans

Assessed for RN Case Management referrals

Participated in 2018 Medicare and Medicaid audit

Trained and mentored new staff

Utilization Review for discharged hospital patients

Genesis Estrella – LPN

Avondale, AZ

08/2016 – 08/2018

Utilized assessment skills to identify changes in patient’s status and communicated observations to medical provider

Directed skills procedures, including tube feedings, IV therapy and venipunctures

Wound care

Medication administration

Admitting and Discharging residents to and from facility

Communication with doctors on behalf of resident care

Communication with resident and family

Initial head to toe assessment

HonorHealth – Lead Medical Assistant, Lead Transition Specialist and LPN

Phoenix, AZ

01/2008 – 03/2016

Obtained and recorded patient’s medical history and vital signs

Blood collection via Groshong, Picc- Line and peripheral

Performed Electrocardiograms

Assist providers with procedures and treatments

Administer medications and vaccinations

Prior-authorization for Podiatry surgeries, procedures, lab test, and diagnostic exams

Trained and supervised co-workers

Participated in CLIA inspections on all laboratory equipment

Ordered and maintained facility supplies

ICD/CPT code experience for labs, surgeries and diagnostic tests

Communicated with hospitals, equipment representatives and other specialty providers

Verification of diagnosis, procedure codes, insurance eligibility and benefits

Home visits post hospital stay focusing on COPD, CHF, HTN, MI, PNA and Diabetes

Conducted fall prevention screenings, medication assessment and education, transportation screening and family involvement

Participated in the decrease of hospital re-admission rate from 21% to 3 % in 120 days

Trained new hires in facility protocols and job responsibilities

Maintained facility supplies by tracking and ordering medical supplies

Meeting weekly with providers and managers to determine facility needs and discuss issues related to patients, employees and supplies.

United States Navy Reserves – Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class

Phoenix, AZ

04/2000 – 04/2008

Responsible for maintaining and organizing medical charts for deployment

Administered approximately 2000 immunization monthly

Provided patient education on adverse reaction and treatments

Assignment oversees in a general practice office

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