Corey Witt
Trenton,GA
Summary
Adept at patient triaging and emergency response, my tenure at Chattanooga Allergy Clinic honed my skills in documentation accuracy and patient evaluation. I boosted patient satisfaction through meticulous allergy immunotherapy administration and excelled in high-pressure situations, demonstrating exceptional time management and patient care.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Chattanooga Allergy Clinic
12.2009 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
- Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring thorough documentation of triage assessments and treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respirations blood pressure, pulse and monitoring for systemic reactions.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Increased patient satisfaction with timely and accurate administration of allergy immunotherapy injections.
- Maintained a calm and professional demeanor during high-stress situations, effectively managing patient expectations and alleviating concerns.
- Scheduled appointments for patients not requiring emergency services but needing examination from provider and consulting directly with provider.
- Educated patients on self-care strategies and preventative measures to minimize future health complications.
- Educated patients on proper use of medications such as inhalers, epinephrine auto-injectors, and antihistamines for optimal symptom control.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and and review results with patients once they are reviewed by provider.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines and completing insurance forms.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using Allscripts and Systemedix .
- Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
- Performed skin prick tests accurately while adhering to safety guidelines, aiding in appropriate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Ordered and restocked medical and office supplies.
- Reduced emergency room visits for allergy-related incidents by educating patients on allergen avoidance strategies.
- Contributed to a safer clinical environment by monitoring patients for adverse reactions during immunotherapy treatments.
- Assessed health status by interviewing patient regarding current status and medical history.
- Administered and documented medication and treatments and accurately recorded care.
- Mentored new nurses on clinic protocols and specialized procedures related to allergy nursing practice.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
LPN Charge Nurse
Corrections Corporation of America
12.2008 - 12.2009
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Provided compassionate care for patients experiencing withdrawal symptoms, ensuring their comfort and safety throughout the detox process.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes for accurate record-keeping and informed decision making.
- Mentored new nursing staff on medication administration best practices, ensuring a consistent standard of care across the team.
- Ensured proper documentation of administered medications, contributing to accurate medical records for each patient.
- Provided support during emergency situations involving medications, such as administering lifesaving drugs or managing adverse drug reactions under pressure.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Administered medications.
- Monitored blood glucose levels and administered insulin as ordered.
LPN Charge Nurse
Pruitt Healthcare
12.2005 - 12.2008
- Enhanced the overall quality of life for patients by implementing individualized care plans tailored to their specific needs.
- Reduced medication errors through diligent administration of medications and accurate documentation.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or procedures as needed, playing a vital role in the overall patient experience.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from acute care settings to long-term care facilities or home environments.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities while preserving dignity and respecting individual preferences.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to long-term residents.
- Exhibited excellent time-management skills while caring for multiple high-acuity patients simultaneously without sacrificing quality or safety.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate end-of-life care and symptom management.
- Coordinated with physicians to adjust medications as needed for optimal palliative care outcomes.
- Offered listening ear to both patients and loved ones to meet emotional and mental, as well as physical needs.
- Promoted a peaceful and supportive environment for patients and their families during the end-of-life transition.
- Recognized and understood specific stages of dying process, providing comfort-based care during vulnerable times.
- Monitored patient conditions closely, adjusting care plans as needed for optimal comfort and quality of life.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rock Spring, GA08.2005
Skills
- Patient triaging
- Documentation accuracy
- Rehabilitation Nursing
- Patient Evaluation
- Emergency Response, recognizing and treating life threatening allergic reactions
LPN licensure in TN and GA
LPN TN license number 73324 , issued 10/24/2008, expiration date 08/31/2026
LPN GA license number 071191, issued 11/29/2005, expires 03/31/2025. I'm currently applying for a compact nursing licensure.
Timeline
LPN
Chattanooga Allergy Clinic
12.2009 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Corrections Corporation of America
12.2008 - 12.2009
LPN Charge Nurse
Pruitt Healthcare
12.2005 - 12.2008
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Georgia Northwestern Technical College
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