Medical Assistant/ Administrative Assistant

Objective

LPN position that makes good use of my nursing experience and people skills.

Profile

Dedicated LPN with extensive experience with the elderly and in a med-surge environment. Developed the ability to keep my composure in a fast paced environment, as well as the ability to multi-task. Thrive in deadline-driven environments.

Reliable, ethical healthcare provider with ability to collaborate on multidisciplinary teams. Proven ability to build positive relationships with patients, family members, physicians and other medical professionals.

Flexible and versatile – able to maintain a sense of humor under pressure. Poised and competent with demonstrated ability to easily transcend cultural differences. Possess special sensitivity to meeting diverse needs in various situations.

Strong analytical skills, capable of assessing conditions and implementing appropriate interventions. Resourceful problem solver capable of implementing solutions to complex problems.

Skills Summary

 Medication Administration

 Experienced in wound care

 Patient Assessment

 Parent/Patient/Family Education

 Patient Care

 C.P.R. and First Aid Certified, American Red Cross

 Proficient in maintaining sterile field and application of dressings  Computer Savvy

 Data entry experience

 Customer Service

 Quality & Continuity of Care

 Experience in many nursing procedures

 Knowledgeable in medical terminology and abbreviations  Patient Advocacy

 JCAHO Standards/

Compliance

 General Office Skills

 Acute and chronic care experience

 Inpatient and outpatient experience

 Knowledgeable of HIPPA laws and respectful of patient privacy

Clinical Experience

 St. Bernard’s Medical Center, Jonesboro, AR- Med Surge and Acute Care

 Arkansas Methodist Medical Center, Paragould, AR- Med Surge, Acute Care, Surgery, ER, and GI Lab

 Five Rivers Medical Center, Pocahontas, AR- Inpatient Psych, Med Surge, ER, and Acute Care

 Harris Hospital, Newport, AR- Obstetrics, Labor and Delivery, Nursery, Post Partum, and Pediatric Outpatient Clinic

 Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Walnut Ridge, AR- Acute Care, Med Surge, and Long Term Care or Swing Bed

 Lawrence Hall, Walnut Ridge, AR- Long Term Care and Rehab

 Randolph Home, Pocahontas, AR- Long Term Care

 Mid South Health Systems, Paragould, AR- Outpatient Psychiatric Care

 Kids First, Pocahontas, AR- Pediatric Care

o Worked under the observation of nursing instructors and licensed personnel.

o Did rotations in obstetrics, pediatrics, geriatrics, med-surge, and nursery.

o Updated chart information and created narratives to reflect pt condition, head to toe assessments, and documentation of procedures.

o Delivered and administered daily doses of oral, intravenous, intramuscular, subcutaneous, transdermal, and topical medications.

o In clinics, helped control patient flow by organizing charts, calling patients to their rooms, and preparing them to see the doctor.

Employment History

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS, MCCLELLAN VA HOSPITAL – Little Rock, AR

LPN, January 2009 to Present

SUPERVISOR: Rose Johnson RN or Andrea Davis RN 501-***-**** or 501-***-****)

• Responsible for patient care which includes bathing, providing medication, dressing changes and wound care, wound prevention, pain control, drawing labs, starting ivs, patient and family education, feeding, and anything my patient may need.

• Responsible for interacting with RN, Doctor, APN, Physical Therapy and/or Social Worker regarding patient condition and changes in their condition or changes in their needs.

• Updated chart information to reflect the activities and condition of my patients.

• Responsible for making sure medication are dated properly, supplies are in the proper location, and making sure the unit is safe for both patients and employees.

UAMS HOSPITAL – Little Rock, AR

Patient Care Tech, May 2008 to November 2008

SUPERVISOR: Lisa Malone RN 501-***-****)

• Responsible for patient care which includes bathing, feeding, monitoring vital signs, monitoring intake and output, updating chart information, assisting nurses and/or doctors as needed, and keeping the unit clean and safe for everyone.

• Covered front desk for unit secretary to take a break or while there was not unit secretary which included answering phones, transferring calls, answering questions of visitors, patients, and healthcare providers, answering call lights, and relaying information between patients and nurses.

PARAGOULD NURSING AND REHAB – Paragould, AR

Certified Nursing Assistant, October 2005 to May 2007

SUPERVISOR: Monica Dillport RN 870-***-****)

• Performed patient care including monitoring and recording vital signs, patient condition, and patient activity, bathing patients, feeding patients, and assisting patients with any activities of daily living.

• Answered call lights promptly.

• Took care of hospice and terminally ill patients and their families.

• Restocked utility closets and helped keep work areas clean and safe for employees and patients.

• Answered phones and assisted nurses as needed.

WAL-MART SUPERCENTER – Paragould, AR

Cashier, August 2005 to October 2005

SUPERVISOR: Terry Melton 870-***-****)

• Checked and bagged items for customers.

• Helped customers find items they needed.

• Handled money exchange between customers and store.

• Responsible for keeping my area clean.

• Stocked items and helped keep sales floor clean.

ANCHOR PACKAGING INC. – Paragould, AR

Line Operator, July 2002 to June 2005

SUPERVISOR: Joe Ness 870-***-****)

• Produced plastic products such as glad bowls.

• Responsible for monitoring and adjusting the quality of my product.

• Responsible for monitoring and maintenance of my machine.

• Monitored and trained staff.

• Responsible for keeping a record of my production and quality control checks.

• Responsible for following safety procedures, using safety equipment, and helping ensure the safety of other employees.

Education

BLACK RIVER TECHNICAL COLLEGE – Pocahontas, AR

Certificate of Practical Nursing, 2008 GPA: 3.89/3.55

Licensed to practice in Arkansas.

COURSE SUBJECTS INCLUDED:

MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP PEDIATRICS

COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING CARE OF FAMILIES

REHABILITATION DIVERSITY IN NURSING

PSYCHIATRIC MENTAL HEALTH NURSING CARE OF CHILDREN

MED-SURGE SURGICAL NURSING

GERIATRICS NURSING CARE OF THE ADULT

OBSTETRICS NURSING CARE OF THE NEWBORN

References

Alice Mcowin 501-***-****) - Alice is an LPN that I have been working with for about a year. She can attest to my good work ethic, integrity, competency in healthcare, caring personality, and ability to develop good rapport with both patients and family. She has also been a witness to my ability to work in a fast paced environment and my good time management skills.

Erin Shannon 501-***-****) - Erin is an RN that I worked with at UAMS. She acted as my supervisor on occasion. She can attest to my good work ethic, time management skills, competency, caring personality, integrity, and ability to develop good rapport with patients and family.

Echo McNtare 870-***-****) - Echo is an LPN that I attended nursing school with. Echo and I worked side by side both in class and in clinical. Echo can attest to my personality, work ethic, education, and integrity. She has also seen firsthand my ability to persevere through hardships and keep a positive attitude.

Sandra Green 501-***-****) - Mrs. Green was one of my nursing instructors. She can attest to my clinical skills, education, and ability to develop rapport with patients, leadership skills, and caring personality. She can also attest to my ability to remain strong in the face of ciaos.

Rhonda Difani 870-***-****) - Rhonda is a good friend of mine and an LPN that I went to school with. Rhonda has seen firsthand my ability to persevere through hardships, diligently work towards a goal in the face of any obstacle life throws at me, and my passion for nursing. She can also attest to my caring personality, education, and clinical skills.

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