Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
2
2
Practical Nursing License, BLS
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Department of Defense – Defense Health Agency
03.2012 - Current
Deliver age-appropriate care to 30-50 patients per week including 30% using telehealth systems, enhancing patient satisfaction and confidence in their health care team.
Conduct monthly chart audits by systematically reviewing patient records to identify errors and gaps, improving documentation accuracy by 99%.
Precept new hires by providing hands-on guidance and training, resulting in a 30% reduction in onboarding time.
Perform immunizations, wound care, diagnostic testing, and provider-assisted procedures.
Maintain Joint Commission readiness and conduct supply inspections to meet audit standards.
Assisted in developing care plans by assessing patient needs and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Maintained accurate medical records using electronic health record systems to ensure data integrity and confidentiality.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Correct Care Solutions
10.2008 - 03.2012
Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care and safety.
Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
Conducted routine assessments and documented vital signs to maintain accurate health records.
Responded to emergent and urgent calls for healthcare assistance in correctional facility.
Education
Practical Nursing Graduate -
Clarksville Montgomery County Vo Tech
Skills
Care coordination expertise
Clinical documentation expertise
Chronic disease management
Review of medical necessity criteria
Quality assurance and compliance audits
Cross-functional communication
Remote symptom evaluation
Medication administration
Proficient in Secure Messaging systems
Microsoft Teams
Zoom for Healthcare
Remote Chart Auditing
EHR Audit Logs
Clinical decision-making tools
Slack
Accomplishments
Collaborated with team of 10 nursing staff in the development of process improvement resulting in increased compliance of HEDIS measures
Certification
Valid Multi-State/Compact State Licensed Practical Nurse License
Clinical Training Program Operations Manager at Department of Defense, Defense Health Agency (DHA), J7/Education & Training DirectorateClinical Training Program Operations Manager at Department of Defense, Defense Health Agency (DHA), J7/Education & Training Directorate
Health System Specialist at U.S. Department of Defense – Defense Health Agency (DHA)Health System Specialist at U.S. Department of Defense – Defense Health Agency (DHA)
Officer-in-Charge Secretary / Civilian Liaison at Department Of Defense / Defense Health AgencyOfficer-in-Charge Secretary / Civilian Liaison at Department Of Defense / Defense Health Agency