Dynamic Charge Nurse LPN with proven leadership at Dermatology Associates of Tallahassee, excelling in patient management and care coordination. Skilled in medication administration and conflict resolution, I effectively enhance patient outcomes and streamline operations, ensuring high-quality care and compliance with healthcare standards. Committed to fostering a collaborative team environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse LPN
Dermatology Associates of Tallahassee
Tallahassee, FL
02.2023 - Current
As office manager I supervise and manage the daily function of a residency teaching practice.
Supervised patient prescription medication inquiries and refill processes, ensuring timely responses and patient satisfaction.
Managed biopsy and pathology report processes, notifying patients of results and scheduling necessary surgeries to facilitate timely care.
Manage scheduling of patients for surgery and routine office visits.
Supervise and assist with management of prior authorization and administration of prescribed biologic, oral, and topical medications.
Supervise and manage patient phone calls and task messages.
Supervise and manage HIE incoming and outgoing faxes.
Manage and oversee office staff and employee schedule.
Oversaw inventory management for medical supplies, biologic medications, and surgical instruments, ensuring availability for optimal practice operations.
Unit Secretary
Saint Joseph Medical Center
Kansas City, MO
02.2017 - 03.2021
Admitted patients, administered, and maintained patient records, managed the breaking down and processing of medical charts for recordkeeping and coordinating billing.
Collaborated with clinical staff to gather all necessary patient information for effective care delivery.
Managed administrative responsibilities, including answering phones, making copies, scheduling appointments, and maintaining supplies to support office operations.
Case Management, Discharge Planner
Saint Joseph Medical Center
Kansas City, MO
Contributed to hospital's patient care-facilitation team, supporting coordinated care efforts.
Facilitated patient transitions from hospitalization to home or next level of care, ensuring continuity of services.
Collaborated with skilled, long-term care, and assisted living facilities, medical-equipment providers, and insurance companies to ensure smooth transitions for patients moving to the next level of care.
Worked together with attending physicians, specialists, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, bedside nurses, social workers, and utilization review.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Concorde Career College
Kansas City, MO
09-2022
Master of Science - Healthcare Management
National American University
MC
03-2021
Bachelor of Science - Healthcare Administration
National American University
MC
02-2020
Skills
Patient care management
Patient assessment
Medication administration
Care coordination
Discharge Planning
Wound care
Trach care
Enteral feeding
Patient care planning
Patient documentation
Clinical documentation
Skilled Nursing
Staff scheduling
Memory Care
Healthcare administration
Case Management
Healthcare regulations
Patient management
Clinical instruction
Nursing expertise
Patient advocacy
Nursing intervention adjustment
Care quality evaluation
Quality improvement
Medication distribution
Indirect patient care
Clinical leadership
Patient admitting
Data collection
Charting and documenting
Performance management
Staff supervision
Team management
Staff education
Staff scheduling
Staff onboarding
Team collaboration
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Conflict resolution
Effective communication
Attention to detail
Problem solving
Decision-making
Goal driven
Time management
Work prioritization
Resource management
Resource allocation
Inventory management
Safety and security procedures
Procedure development
Medical record auditing
Quality assurance controls
Shared governance
Mentoring and coaching
Leadership skills
Team leadership
Compassionate care
Healthcare regulations
Employee performance
Performance evaluations
Patient assignment
Care plan management
Health education
Clinical training
Nurse training
Critical care
Chronic disease management
Issue resolution
Care and discharge planning
Rapport building
Customer service
Care plan management
Decision-making
Medical record auditing
Chronic disease management
Patient assessments
Staff scheduling
Staff onboarding
Patient assignment
Nursing care coordination
Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse
Master's degree in management
Bachelor's Healthcare Management
Certified Medication Technician License
Basic Life Support
IV Certification
Awards
Dean's list Concorde Career College
Florence Nightingale Award
Summa Cum Laude Honors National American University Military Campus
Outstanding Unit Secretary of the Year
Outstanding Patient Care Associate of the Year
Technology Skills
Data entry accuracy
Dataorting and dashboard review
Data Analysis
Problem solving using technology
EMA by Modernizing Medicine
Meditech
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Remote communication tools: email, phone, videoconferencing
Team messaging applications
Shared document collaboration
Virtual meeting etiquette
Remote work technology use
Cover My Meds Prior Authorization Portal
Complete Pro Prior Authorization Portal
Accredo Specialty Pharmacy Portal
Optum Rx Specialty Pharmacy Portal
File sharing and collaboration: Google Drive and Dropbox