Carolyn Taylor LPN
Newport News,VA
Summary
Novice Licensed Practical Nurse with a track record as a skilled certified medical assistant for over 5 years, specializing in ambulatory care. Seeking a PRN role within the medical field. Proficient and compassionate nursing team member dedicated to providing exceptional patient-facing experiences. Focused on addressing patient needs, delivering compassionate care, and paying meticulous attention to detail. Committed to maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness for patients from diverse backgrounds.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
TPMG Procedure Suite
860 Omni Blvd Newport News, VA 23606
08.2024 - Current
- Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
- Provided ongoing technical support to other personnel regarding proper handling, labeling, and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Patient education in PACU on proper diet
- Patient education in pre-op explaining risks and benefits of procedure
- Inserting and managing intravenous lines for fluid administration
- Removing IV lines in PACU
- Ensuring that rooms, instruments, and supplies are ready for each procedure in a timely manner
Licensed Practical Nurse
Riverside Warwick Forrest LLH
1000 Old Denbih Blvd, Newport News, VA 23602
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
Certified Medical Assistant
VCU Health Family Medicine At Tappahannock
300 Mount Clement Park Suite C. Tappahannock, VA
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation.
- Obtained and documented patient medical history, vital signs and current complaints at intake.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Performed phlebotomy draws
Certified Medical Assistant
Riverside Tappahannock Family Practice
300 Mount Clement Park Suite C Tappahannock, VA
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
- Performed diagnostic tests accurately, contributing to swift diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
- Consistently maintained up-to-date certifications, demonstrating dedication to professional development and quality patient care.
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Performed phlebotomy draws
- Scheduled appointments, registered patients, and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.
Certified Medical Assistant
Riverside Warsaw Family Medicine
16 Delfae Dr. Warsaw, VA 22572
03.2020 - 06.2020
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Performed diagnostic tests accurately, contributing to swift diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
- Performed phlebotomy draws
Education
LPN Diploma - Health Sciences PN Certificate
Rappahannock Community College
Warsaw, VA05.2024
Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assisting
Herzing University
Dearborn, MI12.2019
High School Diploma -
Essex High School
Tappahannock, VA06.2015
Skills
- HIPPA Compliance
- Conflict Resolution
- Venipuncture experience
- Electronic Charting
- Pre-op
- PACU
- Centrifuge Operation
- Operating EKG Equipment
- Patient Chart Tracking
- Clinical documentation
- Medical Terminology
- IV insertion/removal
- EPIC
- Point Click Care (PCC)
- NextGen
- Specimens collection and processing
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Vital Sign Monitoring
- PEG tube maintenance, medication administration, feeding
- Diabetes management
- Wound Care
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Dispensing
- Physical Assessment
- Immunization Administration
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient Education
- Infection Control
- Specimen Collection
Certification
- CMA - Certified Medical Assistant
- CPR
- BLS
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
TPMG Procedure Suite
08.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Riverside Warwick Forrest LLH
06.2024 - 08.2024
Certified Medical Assistant
VCU Health Family Medicine At Tappahannock
07.2021 - 04.2023
Certified Medical Assistant
Riverside Tappahannock Family Practice
09.2020 - 06.2021
Certified Medical Assistant
Riverside Warsaw Family Medicine
03.2020 - 06.2020
LPN Diploma - Health Sciences PN Certificate
Rappahannock Community College
Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assisting
Herzing University
High School Diploma -
Essex High School