April Papadopoulos
Macon,GA
Summary
I have been an LPN since 1991 my first job experience was on an orthopedic floor ,followed by some years on a telemetry unit. After having my second child I had a Baylor float position working weekends. Suburban General had a tracheostomy unit with stable vents in which I floated to frequently. Here in Georgia I worked at the Medical Center/Navicent now Atrium Navicent since 2003 . Most of my years were spent in oncology however I did work a few years in a surgical office and did some prn shifts in the Infusion Center.I currently work at Atrium Heath Urgent Care. I am a hard worker usually learn quickly .I am familiar with cerner and epic healthcare software am now looking for a part-time Medical/ Coding position and eventually plan to transition to full time coding and prn nursing. Well-qualified medical professional with experience triaging patients, capturing information and completing basic procedures such as wound care. Excellent communication, prioritization and multitasking abilities with sound judgment and compassionate nature. Background in clinic and hospital environments.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Atrium Health Navicent
03.2003 - Current
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab tests, and evaluations.
- Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Collaborated with supervisor to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in epic and cerner to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in powerchart and epic to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
LPN
Suburban General Hospital
05.1998 - 10.2003
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in [Software] to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Made valuable contributions to care-plan development and patient education processes backed by thorough research into client diagnoses.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Collaborated with supervisor to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
L.P.N
Doylestown Hospital
09.1992 - 09.1998
- Assessed patients to determine individual needs and develop care plans in coordination with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Protected confidentiality of information related to patient care activities and EMS operations.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Documented nursing services provided and uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for health records and billing.
- Evaluated charting procedures for adherence to best practices.
- Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines.
- Assisted patients in performance of routine recovery and mobility exercises, providing support when getting in and out of bed as well as walking and stretching.
- Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters, IVs and PIC lines.
- Administered massages, alcohol rubs and lotion to maintain patient skincare regimes and enhance circulation.
Education
Certificate - L.P.N
Eastern Montgomery County Technical School
Willow Grove, PA09.1989
Certificate Medical Billing Coding - Medical Billing Coding
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA11.2023
High School Diploma -
North Penn Senior High School
Lansdale, PA06.1981
Skills
- Patient Observation
- Examination and Test Preparation
- Equipment Inspection
- Needs Assessment
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- Intravenous Medications
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Call Answering and Assistance
- Wound Dressing
- Patient Charting
- Performance Monitoring
- Work Planning and Coordination
- Epic Systems
- Procedure Explanation
- Vital Signs Recording
- Conditions Reporting
- Care Planning and Modifications
- Specimen Collection
- Patient Positioning and Transporting
- Medication Administration
- Time Management
- Coaching and Mentoring
- First Aid and CPR
- Attention to Detail
- HIPAA Compliance
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Certification
- CPR Training - was just recertification in February and good for 2 years.
- Medical Billing Coding Certification , National Healthcare Career Association #C6P6Y9S6-expires 02/-2-2026
- Georgia LPN License LPN964966
Timeline
LPN
Atrium Health Navicent
03.2003 - Current
LPN
Suburban General Hospital
05.1998 - 10.2003
L.P.N
Doylestown Hospital
09.1992 - 09.1998
Certificate - L.P.N
Eastern Montgomery County Technical School
Certificate Medical Billing Coding - Medical Billing Coding
Penn Foster Career School
High School Diploma -
North Penn Senior High School