Gwen Cannon
Mobile,AL
Summary
Accomplished LPN with a proven track record at Gulf Orthopaedics, excelling in patient care coordination and clinical decision-making. Skilled in orthopedic nursing and diabetes management, adept at fostering patient relationships. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective education on pre-surgery protocols, contributing to a decrease in procedural complications.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
LPN
Gulf Orthopaedics
07.2021 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Educated patients on pre-surgery requirements, such as fasting protocols or medication adjustments, resulting in fewer complications on the day of the procedure.
- Handled urgent requests effectively, prioritizing cases requiring immediate attention while also balancing routine surgery demands appropriately.
- Arranged pre-operative and post-operative appointments for surgical patients.
- Expertly managed planning, scheduling, and coordination of outpatient procedures.
- Verified insurance coverage and obtained pre-authorizations.
LPN
Alabama Orthopedic Clinic
02.2014 - 07.2021
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- 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.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
Education
Diploma -
Selma High School
Selma, ALLicensed Practical Nuurse - Nursing
George C Wallace Community College - Dothan
Selma, AL12.1986
Skills
- Medical Documentation
- Geriatric Nursing
- Catheter Care
- Diabetes management
- Health Promotion
- Post Operative Care
- Orthopedic Nursing
- Pre-operative care
- Clinical Decision Making
- Wound Care
- HIPAA Compliance
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Assessments
- Clinical judgment
- EMR / EHR
- Patient relationship building
- Transcribing orders
- Patient triaging
- Staff Supervision
- Medical Records Management
Certification
CPR
Timeline
LPN
Gulf Orthopaedics
07.2021 - Current
LPN
Alabama Orthopedic Clinic
02.2014 - 07.2021
Diploma -
Selma High School
Licensed Practical Nuurse - Nursing
George C Wallace Community College - Dothan
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