Ashlee Sunderland
McVeytown,PA
Summary
Dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse with a proven track record at Tuscarora Intermediate Unit 11, excelling in medication administration and compassionate patient care. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and clinical documentation, I enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and collaboration with healthcare teams, ensuring quality care and improved patient satisfaction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tuscarora Intermediate Unit 11
10.2021 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
Certified Medical Assistant
Geisinger
01.2020 - 10.2021
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Kept medical supplies in sufficient stock by monitoring levels and submitting replenishment orders before depleted.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere at the practice by greeting patients warmly upon arrival, checking them in efficiently, and answering any questions they had about their visit or overall healthcare needs.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Prepared and administered medications to alleviate patient symptoms.
- Directed patients to examining rooms and coordinated transportation assistance as necessary.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms, and helping patients with diverse needs.
Medical Assistant
WellSpan Medical Group
10.2019 - 01.2020
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
- Performed medical records management, including filing, organizing and scanning documents.
- Built strong relationships with patients through effective communication skills that foster trust in the clinic''s commitment to quality care.
- Maintained a safe and clean clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and disposing of biohazardous waste properly.
- Boosted patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and promptly addressing needs during visits.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by assisting physicians with routine procedures and diagnostic tests.
- Coordinated patient referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers as needed for comprehensive care management plans.
- Improved patient experiences by efficiently managing appointments and maintaining organized medical records.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Nursing
Mifflin County Academy of Science And Technology
Lewistown, PA03-2003
Academic
Mount Union Area High School
Mount Union, PA06-2001
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Compassionate care
- Physical assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric care
- Vital signs
- Clinical judgment
- Patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation accuracy
- Medication dispensing
- Diabetes management
- Immunization administration
- Infection control
- Family communication
- Documenting intake
- Breathing treatments
- Health education
- Patient evaluations
- EMR / EHR
- Patient triaging
- Caregiving skills
- Transcribing orders
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Mental health support
- Medical office administration
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Tuscarora Intermediate Unit 11
10.2021 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Geisinger
01.2020 - 10.2021
Medical Assistant
WellSpan Medical Group
10.2019 - 01.2020
Graduate Certificate - Nursing
Mifflin County Academy of Science And Technology
Academic
Mount Union Area High School
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