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Abbey Furrow

Thomasville ,AL

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN Field Nurse

Amedisys Home Health
Thomasville, AL
07.2021 - Current
  • Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
  • Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk.
  • Provided exceptional patient care by meeting physical, psychological, and overall care requirements to support daily living needs and independence.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and timely interventions.
  • Assessed patients by observing and recording vital signs, gathering specimens and reviewing lab test results.
  • Completed thorough assessments to identify changes in patients'' condition, implementing appropriate interventions as needed.
  • Conducted home visits to monitor patient status, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal health outcomes.
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates by closely monitoring patients'' progress and executing effective care plans.
  • Served as a liaison between patients and their healthcare providers, advocating for their needs while promoting informed decisionmaking.
  • Organized and updated patient charts and records by reporting vitals, medical history, treatment plans, current medications, medication reactions, allergies and health status information.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, individualized nursing services tailored to their unique needs.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients through clear communication skills that foster trust within the nurse-patient relationship.

LPN

Family Medical Clinic
Jackson, AL
02.2020 - 07.2021
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
  • Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
Thomasville, AL
08.2019 - 02.2020
  • Trained new pharmacy technicians on proper procedures and best practices, ensuring consistent quality of service.
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Completed paperwork, entering prescription and insurance or billing information into patient profiles.
  • Consulted with insurance company representatives to complete claims processing, resolve concerns, and reconcile payments.
  • Enhanced patient care by accurately filling and dispensing prescriptions in a timely manner.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by delivering friendly, personalized service during transactions.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
  • Helped pharmacist clear problematic prescriptions and address customer questions to keep pharmacy efficient.
  • Maintained accurate inventory levels for efficient pharmacy operations and cost control.
  • Worked with computerized and automated systems for dispensing medications and editing new patient profiles.
  • Collected co-payments or full payments from customers.
  • Counted, measured and compounded medications following standard procedures.
  • Resolved non-routine issues like third-party billing, computer system, and customer service issues.
  • Communicated directly with doctors offices via telephone, fax and email.
  • Communicated with prescribers to verify medication dosages, refill authorizations, and patient information.

LPN

Thomasville Internal Medicine
Thomasville, AL
10.2015 - 05.2016

Triage

Monitored Vitals

Monitored Patient conditions

Gave injections

Venipuncture

Charting

Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
Thomasville
08.2010 - 04.2012
  • Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
  • Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
  • Enhanced pharmacy workflow by assisting pharmacists with medication dispensing, labeling, and packaging.
  • Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
  • Promoted patient confidentiality by adhering to HIPAA regulations when handling personal information during transactions.
  • Solved customer problems in-person or over telephone by providing assistance with placing orders, navigating systems, and locating items.
  • Counted and labeled prescriptions with correct item and quantity.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
  • Increased overall pharmacy productivity by restocking supplies, organizing shelves, and maintaining cleanliness according to standards.
  • Assisted pharmacist by filling prescriptions for customers and responding to patient questions regarding prescription and medication-specific issues.
  • Performed wide range of pharmacy operations with strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency and service quality.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships with both new and returning patients at the pharmacy counter.
  • Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently processing prescriptions and managing inventory in a timely manner.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Alabama Southern Community College
Thomasville
08.2013

Skills

  • Catheter Care
  • Nursing Documentation
  • Geriatric Nursing
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Home healthcare
  • Clinical judgment
  • Patient Safety
  • Health Promotion
  • Ethical Practice
  • Patient Education
  • Compassionate Care
  • Documentation

Timeline

LPN Field Nurse

Amedisys Home Health
07.2021 - Current

LPN

Family Medical Clinic
02.2020 - 07.2021

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
08.2019 - 02.2020

LPN

Thomasville Internal Medicine
10.2015 - 05.2016

Pharmacy Technician

Walgreens
08.2010 - 04.2012

Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing

Alabama Southern Community College
Abbey Furrow