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Georgette Baker

P. O. Box 311 Rocky Face,GA

Summary

Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 29 years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.


Demonstrates impeccable attention to detail in equipment, personnel, and care for the patient


Provides clear and precise written documentation and timely completion of tasks


Maintains patient privacy


Commended for professional knowledge and pleasant demeanor by patients and colleagues

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN Office Nurse

Hamilton Physician Group
10.2019 - Current
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
  • Managed patient care by closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Managed patient care by closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
  • Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients as well as pathology reports
  • 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.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management, and wound management.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded them in electronic medical records.
  • 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.
  • Worked with a multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Monitoring inventory to maintain adequate drug supplies
  • Lab Manager working under Lab Director, foreseeing all aspects of the lab and personnel.

LPN Clinic Coordinator

Erlanger Healthcare System
08.2016 - 09.2019
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physicians.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded them in electronic medical records.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Worked with a multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
  • Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
  • Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
  • Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.

Medical Laboratory Technician

Hamilton Primary Care
05.2005 - 01.2014
  • Performed routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment to produce accurate results.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe and secure laboratory environment.
  • Prepared laboratory samples for analysis and performed data entry for accurate reporting.
  • Prepared reagents and solutions, making them readily available during testing for convenience.
  • Performed comprehensive analysis of patient samples and generated detailed reports to inform medical staff of results.
  • Trained and supervised new laboratory staff to improve skills in laboratory procedures.
  • Documented and reported equipment malfunctions to the supervisor for fast resolution and maintenance.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
  • Utilized various medical laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses.
  • Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
  • Recorded and maintained accurate data to facilitate tracking of results.
  • Participated in laboratory audits and assessments to maintain compliance and improve results.
  • Maintained strict aseptic fields when collecting biological samples, minimizing staff, and patient infection risks.
  • Assisted with laboratory research projects to advance knowledge and discovery in healthcare.
  • Conducted wide range of laboratory tests and recorded results.
  • Collect blood and tissue samples with focus on accuracy and adherence to aseptic techniques.
  • Documented and verified patient information using laboratory information system.
  • Upheld laboratory protocols dictated by facility, governing agencies, or special project requirements.
  • Kept supplies organized and well-stocked, requesting more supplies and avoiding unnecessary testing delays.
  • Troubleshot problems with equipment and recalibrated devices or brought serious concerns to supervisor for handling.
  • Helped management optimize laboratory processes for maximum efficiency and performance.
  • Identified and traced quality control issues impacting laboratory results.
  • Maintained safe work environment free of unnecessary hazards to protect staff and testing results.
  • Used correct formulas and procedures to prepare solutions and reagents for testing needs.
  • Assessed new protocols and equipment for relevance and helped implement chosen updates.
  • Set up, maintained and verified sterility of lab equipment and tools.
  • Removed samples of materials following good practices to achieve accurate test results.

Marketing Coordinator/Certified Phlebotomist Technician

Blood Assurance
12.1996 - 05.2005
  • Supervised five employees with duties related to Phlebotomy and blood collection.
  • Schedule daily blood drives for five county areas utilizing various mobile units example: Vein Train.
  • Increased the number of corporate-sponsored blood donations by 85%.
  • Educate individuals and businesses the importance if blood donations through public speaking events.

Phlebotomy Technician

Hamilton Medical Center
07.1993 - 12.1996
  • Drew blood from veins by vacuum tube, syringe, or butterfly venipuncture methods.
  • Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
  • Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
  • Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal, and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
  • Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
  • Centrifuged blood samples as outlined in clinical protocols.
  • Stocked phlebotomy cart or carrier with appropriate supplies.
  • Packaged and shipped specimens to the central lab daily.
  • Followed physician orders to correctly administer therapeutic phlebotomy.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology

Dalton State College
Dalton, GA
2007

Radiology - Radiologic Technology

Hamilton Medical Center
Dalton, GA
2005

Associate of Applied Science - Phelebotomy

Dalton State College
Dalton, GA
1991

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Dalton State College
Dalton, GA
05.1988

High School Diploma -

Northwest Whitfield County High School
Tunnel Hill, GA
06.1987

Skills

  • Sample Collection
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs
  • Pneumonia Vaccinations
  • Problem solving
  • Recordkeeping and Maintenance
  • Multi-tasking
  • Update Electronic Charts
  • Work Planning and Coordination
  • Intramuscular Injections
  • Inventory Assessments
  • Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Customer Service

Timeline

LPN Office Nurse

Hamilton Physician Group
10.2019 - Current

LPN Clinic Coordinator

Erlanger Healthcare System
08.2016 - 09.2019

Medical Laboratory Technician

Hamilton Primary Care
05.2005 - 01.2014

Marketing Coordinator/Certified Phlebotomist Technician

Blood Assurance
12.1996 - 05.2005

Phlebotomy Technician

Hamilton Medical Center
07.1993 - 12.1996

Associate of Applied Science - Medical Laboratory Technology

Dalton State College

Radiology - Radiologic Technology

Hamilton Medical Center

Associate of Applied Science - Phelebotomy

Dalton State College

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Dalton State College

High School Diploma -

Northwest Whitfield County High School

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