SHANNON ACEVEDO
Largo
Summary
Patient-focused Licensed Practical Nurse with 16 years' experience. Knowledgeable in elements of patient care and driven to improve patient outcomes by working collaboratively with all medical professionals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse II
Diagnostic Clinic Medical Group
03.2018 - Current
- Research and review DCMG clinic chart and hospital chart. Identify hospitalized and/or high risk patients in need of intervention.
- Initiate and maintain a patient transition care summary record for each patient within the program. Document and summarize care coordination activities as completed.
- Facilitate communication and collaborate with hospitals, case managers, Home Health Care (HHC), Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), and Primary Care Physicians (PCPs) in the transition of patients.
- Evaluate and refer complex patients to Medicare Advantage Plan Care Management/Disease programs.
Licensed Practical Nurse II
Diagnostic Clinic Medical Group
10.2016 - 03.2018
- Accurately triage incoming phone calls from patients and direct their symptoms/concerns to appropriate clinical personnel
- Prepare charts and gather medical records for future appointments to promote continuity of care and avoid disruptions to the specialists schedule
- Coordinated and scheduled invasive cardiac procedures as well as initiating authorizations through patients' insurance
- Prepared and educated patient on cardiac procedures/testing; EKGs, holter and event monitors
- Shifting to different areas within our department depending on the needs of staffing and work flows
- Flexible with traveling to different office locations.
Licensed Practical Nurse II
Diagnostic Clinic Medical Group Largo
01.2013 - 10.2016
- Assessed incoming patients quickly and efficiently, determining the appropriate level of care required based on their symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Assisted physicians in performing minor surgical procedures, providing needed support during critical moments.
- Increased patient trust through empathetic listening and clear explanations of medical procedures.
Licensed Practical Nurse II
Diagnostic Clinic Medical Group Largo
09.2009 - 02.2012
- Accurately prepare charts and initiate updates in a timely manner to assist in keeping the daily flow of the office running smoothly
- Assist physicians with in office procedures using aseptic technique and accurately label specimens collected
- Assist physicians in surgery scheduling, insurance authorizations, and patient's pre-op planning
Licensed Practical Nurse II
Consulate Health Care of St. Petersburg
07.2008 - 07.2009
- Worked in Sub-Acute skilled nursing which demanded discipline in time management and accurately assessing patients throughout the shift
- Timely delivery of treatments as well as medications using the five rights of medication administration
- Accurately recorded new patient admissions, coordinated discharge planning, answered questions when appropriate, and connected patients to resources for additional support.
Certified Nurse Assistant/Patient Care Technician
Private Duty Nursing/Palms of Pasadena Hospital
09.2003 - 06.2008
- Directly assist patients with activities of daily living and report promptly any observed changes to nursing team
- Maintained accurate records of vital signs, fluid intake, and output for effective patient monitoring.
- Coordinated transportation to and from appointments
- Liaison between physician and patient as well as patient and family to make sure medical information was communicated correctly.
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing -
Petersburg Campus
01.2008
High School Diploma -
St. Petersburg Catholic High School
01.2001
Skills
- Patient-focused care
- Sharp critical thinker
- Patient and family advocate
- Knowledgeable user of eCW and familiar with several local hospital EHRs
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Great attention to detail and conscientious worker
- Accepts constructive criticism and works toward achieving full potential
- Completion of IV therapy for the LPN
- Seasoned in medical clinical procedures
Skills
- Patient-focused care
- Sharp critical thinker
- Completion of IV therapy for the LPN
- Seasoned in medical clinical procedures
- Patient and family advocate
- Knowledgeable user of eCW and familiar with Cerner, Patient Keeper and Epic EMRs
- Enjoys being a team player
- Accepts constructive criticism and works toward achieving full potential
- Great attention to detail and conscientious worker
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse II
Diagnostic Clinic Medical Group
03.2018 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse II
Diagnostic Clinic Medical Group
10.2016 - 03.2018
Licensed Practical Nurse II
Diagnostic Clinic Medical Group Largo
01.2013 - 10.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse II
Diagnostic Clinic Medical Group Largo
09.2009 - 02.2012
Licensed Practical Nurse II
Consulate Health Care of St. Petersburg
07.2008 - 07.2009
Certified Nurse Assistant/Patient Care Technician
Private Duty Nursing/Palms of Pasadena Hospital
09.2003 - 06.2008
Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing -
Petersburg Campus
High School Diploma -
St. Petersburg Catholic High School
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