Elizabeth Pichnarcik
Orlando,FL
Summary
Practical Nurse offering 10+ years of experience in the field. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Aspire Health Partners
11.2018 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify medical needs and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse patient populations across various healthcare settings.
- Increased nursing team cohesiveness through active participation in staff meetings and open communication with colleagues.
- Contributed to continuous quality improvement efforts by identifying areas for potential growth within the nursing practice.
- Supported the delivery of evidence-based interventions by staying current on best practices in the field of nursing.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- 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.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Training new nurses on detox process and Welligent EMR
- Assisting with the detox portion of welligent development
- Accurately registering client in welligent and placing them in correct programs
LPN Office Nurse
Ear, Nose, And Throat Surgical Associates
06.2012 - 10.2018
- Demonstrated adaptability by efficiently managing unexpected changes in schedules or staffing situations without compromising patient care quality or timeliness of services rendered.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Sterilized instruments and equipment and stocked unexpired supplies and medications to prepare patient care areas.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
- Reinforced health education, counseling and advice to patients and families and assessed patient educational needs, prioritized patient learning needs, identified barriers to learning and used educational tools to encourage non-adherent patients.
- Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies within the office, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing waste through effective organization strategies.
- Tracked, reviewed and monitored diagnostic test results and assisted in management of patient care between visits.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
- Conducted thorough assessments of vital signs, lab results, and physical status to identify potential concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
- Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients within the healthcare system.
- Assisted with minor surgical procedures, ensuring proper sterilization techniques and adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Maintained accurate medical records for over 100 patients, ensuring timely updates and efficient communication between healthcare providers.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
Orlando, FL04.2025
LPN - Nursing
Lincoln Technical Institute - Fern Park
Casselberry, FL12.2011
Skills
- Post Operative Care
- Compassionate Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Health Promotion
- Medical Documentation
- Nursing Ethics
- Diabetes management
- Psychiatric Nursing
- Pulse oximetry tracking
- Patient Intake
- Emergency Response
- Clinical Documentation
- Family Communication
- Health Education
- Patient relationship building
- Medication Administration
- Writing reports
- Behavioral assessment
- Staff Supervision
- Transcribing orders
- Patient triaging
- Documenting intake
- Patient Care
- Vital signs
- EMR / EHR
- Mental Health Support
- Documentation accuracy
- Patient Assessments
- Needs Assessment
- Patient Observation
- Patient Charting
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Professionalism
- Problem-solving aptitude
Timeline
LPN
Aspire Health Partners
11.2018 - Current
LPN Office Nurse
Ear, Nose, And Throat Surgical Associates
06.2012 - 10.2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Herzing University
LPN - Nursing
Lincoln Technical Institute - Fern Park
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