Billie Jo McClure
Rusk,TX
Summary
Motivated professional experienced in tackling new challenges and quickly mastering skills. Delivered results through effective communication and a strong work ethic. Committed to contributing to team success and achieving organizational goals.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
LVN Correctional Nurse (county jail)
Cherokee County Sheriff's Office
Rusk, Texas
07.2011 - 04.2021
- Served as the facility nurse for county jail inmates.
- Administered inmate medical care, including medication management, first aid, disease management, psychiatric referrals, and prescription reordering.
- Assessed inmates' mental health, pregnancy, drug addiction, disease processes, dental infections to name a few.
- Coordinated medical appointments for inmates, ensuring timely access to both inside and outside healthcare services.
- Supported parole and probation officers by coordinating information with attorneys, judges, and law enforcement, and intervened with authorities on behalf of inmates with critical medical issues.
LVN Field Nurse, QA Nurse, Intake/Scheduling nurse
CROWN HEALTH SERVICES
Jacksonville, Texas
03.2008 - 07.2011
- Conducted quality assurance reviews ,Intake/referral coordinator
- Assisted marketing team with various tasks to enhance outreach efforts.
- Engaged with physicians, hospital social services, LTC facilities, and previous patients to facilitate patient referrals.
- Provided referral sources with up to date information on services offered with close attention given to consideration and convenience of the referring party
- Provided referral sources with up-to-date information on services offered with close attention given to consideration and convenience of the referring party
- Focusing on what makes our agency the easiest and best to conduct business with and most importantly top-notch medical care provided to the clients referred.
- Recorded patient documentation promptly and accurately for each patient encounter to support effective care.
LVN Staff Nurse
Trinity Mother Frances Hospital and Clinics
Jacksonville, Texas
06.2007 - 01.2008
- Functioned as primary nurse for pediatrician, ensuring efficient patient care and communication.
- Administered medications as ordered by physician, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
- Administered medications according to physician orders, ensuring patient safety and protocol adherence.
- Timely and accurate documentation of patient medical records.
LVN Field Nurse
Home Care Network of Texas
Jacksonville, Texas
01.2003 - 06.2007
- Provided in-home care to homebound patients, ensuring personalized medical support.
- Performed general nursing duties, managed diseases, and educated patients on health practices.
- Delivered essential healthcare services to patients in their homes.
- Documented patient interactions and care plans in records to maintain accurate health information.
LVN Private Duty Pediatric Nurse
Grace Visiting Nurses
Jacksonville, Texas
11.1997 - 01.2003
- Administered medications accurately and promptly, ensuring effective treatment for diverse pediatric conditions.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, swiftly identifying any changes in condition and addressing concerns promptly.
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Documented comprehensive patient information to facilitate targeted interventions and meet expected outcomes.
- Provided in-home care for critical pediatric patients, addressing their medical needs effectively.
LVN Staff Nurse
Rusk State Hospital
Rusk, Texas
11.1996 - 11.1997
- Administered daily medications, ensuring adherence to treatment plans and patient safety
- Monitored and documented patient conditions, facilitating timely interventions and care adjustments
- Coordinated with healthcare team members to create comprehensive care plans, enhancing patient outcomes
- Utilized the nursing process to assess, plan, intervene, and evaluate patient care.
- Provided nursing care to patients in psychiatry unit
Education
Licensed Vocational Nursing - Nursing
Tyler Junior College
Tyler, TXMedical Transcription Certificate - Medical Transcription
Chenier Business School
San Angelo, TXGED - General Studies
Sanderson High School
Sanderson, TXSkills
- Nursing
- Transcription
- Medical Office Experience
- Phlebotomy
- Healthcare IT Systems
- Nurse Management
- Customer support
- EMR Systems
- Quality Assurance
- Documentation review
- Time prioritization
- Microsoft Office Suite
Certification
- LVN, 08/01/96
- Medical Transcription Certificate, 02/01/89
Nursing License
- LVN, TX (1996-current)
Timeline
LVN Correctional Nurse (county jail)
Cherokee County Sheriff's Office
07.2011 - 04.2021
LVN Field Nurse, QA Nurse, Intake/Scheduling nurse
CROWN HEALTH SERVICES
03.2008 - 07.2011
LVN Staff Nurse
Trinity Mother Frances Hospital and Clinics
06.2007 - 01.2008
LVN Field Nurse
Home Care Network of Texas
01.2003 - 06.2007
LVN Private Duty Pediatric Nurse
Grace Visiting Nurses
11.1997 - 01.2003
LVN Staff Nurse
Rusk State Hospital
11.1996 - 11.1997
Licensed Vocational Nursing - Nursing
Tyler Junior College
Medical Transcription Certificate - Medical Transcription
Chenier Business School
GED - General Studies
Sanderson High School