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Erika Wallace

Lake Ariel,PA

Summary

Dedicated LPN with extensive experience at Wayne Memorial Hospital, skilled in vital signs monitoring and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective medication administration and compassionate support. Proficient in Epic EMR, ensuring accurate documentation and seamless care coordination. Committed to fostering a positive environment for patients and families during challenging times.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN

Wayne Memorial Hospital
Honesdale, Pennsylvania
07.2024 - Current
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
  • Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
  • Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.

LPN

Lehigh Valley Internal Medicine
Scranton, Pennsylvania
12.2023 - 07.2024
  • Reviewed lab results with patients and answered any questions they may have had.
  • Provided patient assessments and care plans.
  • Educated patients on self-care techniques to promote better health outcomes.
  • Administered medications and immunizations as prescribed by a physician.
  • Coordinated referrals for specialty services when needed.
  • Conducted diagnostic tests such as EKG's or phlebotomy as directed by a physician.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.

LPN

Geisinger
Pittston, PA
12.2022 - 07.2023
  • Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes and treatment plans.
  • Instructed patients on proper use of crutches, walkers, canes, braces, splints, casts, and other assistive devices.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Assisted physicians in daily operations of resetting bones, applying splints, casts, and joint aspirations.

Patient Registration

Geisinger
Tunkhannock , PA
05.2020 - 10.2022
  • Assisted with patient registration, including insurance verification and medical record creation.
  • Assisted with patient registration, scheduling appointments, and filing paperwork.
  • Provided oversight for all aspects of patient registration including verification and collection of demographic information, insurance details and copays.
  • Trained new hires on hospital systems, including Epic EMR, as well as established policies and procedures related to patient registration activities.

Education

Associates in Specialized Technology -

Fortis Institute
Scranton, PA
04-2022

License Practical Nurse -

Fortis Institute
Scranton, PA
04-2022

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medication administration
  • Patient assessment
  • Electronic medical records
  • Diagnostic testing
  • Patient education
  • Epic experience
  • Point Click Care systems
  • Metatec systems

Military Experience

Active duty Army (2015-2017) 

Military Intelligence with a Top Secret Security clearance

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

LPN

Wayne Memorial Hospital
07.2024 - Current

LPN

Lehigh Valley Internal Medicine
12.2023 - 07.2024

LPN

Geisinger
12.2022 - 07.2023

Patient Registration

Geisinger
05.2020 - 10.2022

Associates in Specialized Technology -

Fortis Institute

License Practical Nurse -

Fortis Institute

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