BRITTANY BUCHTER
Louisville,KY
Summary
Experienced and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse with a proven track record of effectively managing staff, implementing quality improvement initiatives, and ensuring high standards of patient care and compliance with regulations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Praxis by Landmark Recovery
07.2020 - Current
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures for safe medication administration, minimizing errors within the department.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Played a key role in attaining high patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering compassionate care and addressing concerns promptly.
Medical Claims and Billing Specialist
Cleanse Clinic
08.2018 - 07.2020
- Optimized workflow processes for increased productivity within the Billing Department, enabling staff members to focus on more strategic tasks.
- Enhanced data integrity by implementing strict quality control measures on all billable items entered into the system.
- Produced and mailed monthly statements to customers and assisted with related requests for information and clarification.
- Maximized revenue potential by identifying and resolving under-billed accounts.
Medical Records Supervisor
Bluegrass Pain Consultants
11.2016 - 07.2018
- Verified accuracy of patient information in medical records.
- Transcribed and entered patient medical information into electronic medical records systems.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for software solutions or services related to medical records management, resulting in cost savings without compromising quality standards.
- Provided ongoing training and resources to staff members on proper documentation practices within clinical settings.
Homemaker
None
03.2010 - 08.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Louisville Metro Department of Corrections
08.2006 - 03.2010
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Wellstone Regional Hospital
03.2006 - 10.2006
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Sellersburg Health and Rehabilitation
11.2005 - 08.2006
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Spencerian College
Louisville, KY12.2005
High School Diploma -
Doss High School
Louisville, KY05.2003
Skills
- Team leadership
- Staff development and training
- Conflict resolution
- Quality improvement initiatives
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations and standards
- Compliance with state and federal regulations
- Analytical skills
- Attention to detail
Personal Information
Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Praxis by Landmark Recovery
07.2020 - Current
Medical Claims and Billing Specialist
Cleanse Clinic
08.2018 - 07.2020
Medical Records Supervisor
Bluegrass Pain Consultants
11.2016 - 07.2018
Homemaker
None
03.2010 - 08.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Louisville Metro Department of Corrections
08.2006 - 03.2010
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Wellstone Regional Hospital
03.2006 - 10.2006
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Sellersburg Health and Rehabilitation
11.2005 - 08.2006
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Spencerian College
High School Diploma -
Doss High School
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