HEATHER M.

MCCLAIN

Aiken, SC *****

803-***-****

adxi7d@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Focused LPN delivers consistent and professional work for every assignment. Offers 19+ years in the health care industry with the highest integrity and deep passion for bringing comfort and dignity to patients. Delivers quality care in under-resourced and high-stress medical settings. Motivated to positively improve the field of nursing through direct and individualized patient-centered care.

SKILLS

Team work

Reliability

Time management

Safety compliance

Good communication

Task prioritization

Patient support

EXPERIENCE

Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse

Tiffany Pediatrics Aiken, SC

December 2021 - Current

Upheld company quality standards with junior staff training and supervision.

Improved patient care through collaboration with healthcare team.

Administered vaccinations, allergy injections, and necessary medication treatment for patient treatment.

Assisted physician or nurse practitioner with patient procedures.

Supported company needs through supply management and recordkeeping. (vaccines and medical supplies)

Collected laboratory samples for examination and testing purposes.

Scheduled appointments for patient check-ups and medical procedures.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Lexington Medical Center West Columbia, SC

October 2015 - December 2021

I served in many roles during my six years with Lexington Medical Center. Initially, I began in a family practice office at Sandhills Family Medicine. During my time there, I worked as a physician's nurse providing and assisting with patient care. I scheduled her patients for office visits, made nurse calls to address patients' needs, assisted with medical procedures, and collected laboratory specimens for testing and patient treatment.

After working with Sandhills Family Medicine for about 2 years, I was promoted to a Nurse Navigator, still within Lexington Medical Center where I practiced at 3 different family practices. In each practice, I gathered information on patients who had chronic illnesses and who were at high risk for declining health. Working closely with physicians and these patients, I helped make care plans specific to their needs. Many of these patients lived in rural areas and faced challenges. I also worked closely with social workers to get these patients the services they needed to improve their health.

My final position with Lexington Medical Center was as an urgent care nurse. During this time, I treated patients having urgent health needs. I triaged patients and administered IVs, injections, and other medications needed for treatment. I also assisted physicians and nurse practitioners with procedures. During my time here, I worked during the COVID-19 pandemic and took care of COVID-19-positive patients until they were stable enough to be transported to Lexington Medical Center.

Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse

Tiffany Pediatrics Aiken, SC

December 2013 - October 2015

Triaged patients for assessment and/or treatment.

Administered vaccinations, allergy injections, and medications for treatment.

Collected laboratory samples for examination and testing purposes.

Scheduled referral appointments for patients based on their chronic health needs.

Improved patient care through collaboration with healthcare team.

Licensed Practical Nurse

University Medical Associates of Aiken Aiken, SC

April 2012 - December 2013

Handled patient intake, including documenting vitals, symptoms, and initial assessments.

Supported patients in achieving healthcare goals through personalized care and ongoing assistance.

Assisted with laboratory services, collecting and preparing samples for testing.

Built and maintained productive relationships with patients and families based on trusting and open communication.

Carried out medication administration according to facility policies and proper nursing practice.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Center for Primary Care Evans, GA

March 2009 - April 2012

Assisted 5 physicians with patient care as a floating nurse.

Handled patient intake, including documenting vitals, symptoms, and initial assessments.

Supported patients in achieving healthcare goals through personalized care and ongoing assistance.

Collected laboratory samples for examination and testing purposes.

Reserved appointments for patient check-ups and medical procedures.

Kept chart and unit record documentation updated.

Medical Surgical Licensed Practical Nurse

Barnwell County Hospital Barnwell, SC

August 2007 - March 2009

Coordinated patient care and nursing workflows to manage high-volume caseloads with available resources.

Facilitated quality care and seamless shift changes with meticulous documentation and charting practices.

Executed life-saving methods during emergency situations using nursing standards and protocols.

Monitored equipment, interpreted findings, and reported status and abnormalities to physicians.

Administered medications to patients and educated caregivers on side effects and contraindications.

Assessed patient needs and risk factors after careful interpretation of patient health history.

Supported continuum of care with ongoing assessments and discharge coordination.

Collaborated with the healthcare team to develop appropriate treatment options and advocate for patient needs.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Doctors Care Aiken, SC

January 2005 - August 2007

Handled patient intake to document vitals, symptoms and initial assessments.

Collected laboratory samples for examination and testing purposes.

Assisted physicians with minor surgical procedures.

Performed EKGs and pulmonary function tests for patient assessment and treatment.

Scheduled referral appointments for patients who need higher level of health care.

EDUCATION

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Aiken Technical College, Aiken, SC

July 2004

Graduated magna cum laude

High School Diploma

Silver Bluff High School, Aiken, SC

June 2000

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