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Amy Adams

Pearlington,MS

Summary

Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN Office Nurse

ACER
12.2022 - 03.2023
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
  • Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of vital signs, lab results, and physical status to identify potential concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
  • Maintained accurate medical records for over 100 patients, ensuring timely updates and efficient communication between healthcare providers.
  • Contributed to ongoing quality improvement initiatives within the practice by offering insights based on clinical expertise and patient feedback analysis.
  • Completed paperwork and prior authorizations closely monitoring history, symptoms, and medications for insurance authorization.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.


LPN Utilization Review

Northlake Behavioral Hospital
10.2019 - 04.2021
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
  • Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
  • Started as a medication nurse then moved to UR for all incoming patients chart review for insurance authorizations according to medical necessity and state regulations.

LPN Floor Nurse to Triage Nurse

The Cardiovascular Institute of the South
01.2017 - 03.2018
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
  • Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
  • Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
  • Contributed to continuous quality improvement efforts by identifying areas for potential growth within the nursing practice.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
  • Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing

Delta College
Baton Rouge, LA
01-2015

Skills

  • Clinical judgment
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Immunization administration
  • Healthcare software proficiency
  • Nursing documentation
  • Ethical practice
  • Quality improvement
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Medication administration
  • Direct patient care
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Chronic disease management
  • Incoming call reception
  • Insurance processing
  • Diagnostic testing
  • Sanitation standards
  • Telephone triage
  • Pediatric nursing
  • Patient education
  • Critical thinking
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Patient support
  • Attention to detail
  • Responsible and dependable
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • Strong clinical judgment
  • Patient charting
  • Medical paperwork processing
  • Nursing intervention evaluations
  • Recordkeeping and maintenance
  • ICD-10
  • Information compiling and auditing
  • Administrative functions
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving abilities

Timeline

LPN Office Nurse

ACER
12.2022 - 03.2023

LPN Utilization Review

Northlake Behavioral Hospital
10.2019 - 04.2021

LPN Floor Nurse to Triage Nurse

The Cardiovascular Institute of the South
01.2017 - 03.2018

Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing

Delta College

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