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Jenifer Gillespie

Danielsville,GA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in maintaining composure,making decisions in unpredictable and stressful environments. Excels in empathy and adaptability to ensure optimal patient support and team support to my co-workers, Physicians and Mid-levels.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

University Cancer and Blood Center
Athens, GA
08.2024 - Current
  • Perform physical assessments, including vital signs.
  • Provide patient care in accordance with physicians' orders.
  • Administer medications and treatments according to established protocols.
  • Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
  • Monitor vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and lab tests.
  • Educate patients on infection prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
  • Ensure that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
  • Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
  • Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and/or caretakers regarding patient care or concerns.
  • Manage emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
  • Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
  • Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • The patient is set up in the Celgene (REMS) program in order to receive specialty medications such as Revlimid, Pomalyst, and Thalomid, which are used to manage multiple myeloma.
  • Call patients to inform them of lab results, medications, and any pertinent information the physician wishes the patient to have.
  • Scheduling of blood and platelet transfusions.
  • DME order reviews and input into DME vendors' ordering systems.
  • Scheduling outpatient treatments at ATC, at Piedmont Athens Regional.
  • Setting up patients for at-home or clinical PT/INR checks for Coumadin management.
  • Charge Nurse: Assist my team when needed while maintaining patient flow, training new hires and Athens Technical College students, patient care, communicating with providers, billing, lab, and other staff to ensure that the patient is receiving medication properly. Input of orders, verbally or otherwise, directed by the physician. Chart checks for accurate dosage, time, and documentation. Ensure consents are understood, and signed appropriately. Turn in medication orders to the mix room. Restocking of supplies. Task box.
  • Port flushes, IV placement, and labs through IV/port.
  • Administering premeds and iron in the infusion area.

Patient Access Representative

St Marys Sacred Heart Hospital
Lavonia, GA
05.2018 - 08.2021
  • Greeted patients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Processed patient admissions, registrations, transfers, and discharges according to established procedures.
  • Verified insurance coverage for services provided by the facility.
  • Collected co-pays and other payments from patients at time of service.
  • Ensured accuracy of all data entered into computer system.
  • Created new patient accounts in EMR system as needed.
  • Performed pre-registration functions such as verifying demographic information, obtaining authorizations, and collecting deposits and co-payments.
  • Maintained confidentiality of all patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Provided assistance to internal departments when needed.
  • Answered phones promptly in a professional manner.
  • Actively participated in team meetings and training sessions.

Scheduling Coordinator

Waugh and Allen Orthodontics
Athens, GA
10.2016 - 06.2018
  • Resolved customer inquiries regarding schedule changes or availability of services and products.
  • Collections
  • Phone/Email inquires
  • Training
  • Assisted staff as requested.
  • Input of scheduling template for day to day workflow
  • Assist with billing inquires
  • Key holder
  • Check in/out
  • Input of Demographics
  • Intake of triage calls
  • Deligation and priortizing of daily reports
  • Reviewing and entering contracts.

Administrative Assistant

Athens Primary Care
Athens, GA
06.2010 - 10.2016
  • Provided administrative support to the providers, office managers, HR and nursing staff, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
  • Collections
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
  • Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies.
  • Scanning/medical records
  • Delegation
  • Key Holder
  • Check in/out

Patient Care Technician

Athens Regional Medical Center - Armc
Athens , GA
01.2009 - 06.2010
  • Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
  • Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
  • Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
  • Performed EKGs, phlebotomy, and other laboratory tests as directed by physician or RN.
  • Ensured that all medical equipment was properly maintained and sterilized.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
  • Assisted with patient transfers from bed to wheelchair or strher as needed.
  • Provided emotional support for patients and families during difficult times.
  • Organized supplies in order to maintain adequate stock levels throughout shift.
  • Conducted safety rounds regularly to ensure safe environment for patients.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care services.
  • Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
  • Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
  • Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.

Clerical Administrative Assistant

Athens Associates in Family Medicine
Athens, GA
06.2007 - 01.2010
  • Organized and maintained filing systems to store documents and records.
  • Answered phone calls and directed them appropriately.
  • Greeted visitors in a professional manner.
  • Scheduled appointments and checked-out patients.
  • Managed incoming mail by opening, sorting and distributing it accordingly.
  • Updated client information in computer databases as necessary.
  • Provided administrative support to department personnel as requested.
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; evaluating new office products; placing orders when necessary.
  • Scanning and sorting of medical records.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse

North Georgia Technical College
Clarkesville, GA
07-2021

Medical Administration

Maric College Of Medical Careers
Vista, CA
08-1998

High School Diploma -

Madison County High School
Danielsville, GA
06-1994

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Brenau University
Gainesville, GA

Skills

  • Samples collection
  • Pulse oximetry tracking
  • infection control
  • Patient relationship building
  • Trach Care
  • Medication Administration
  • IV placement
  • Head to toe Assesment
  • Vital signs
  • Glucose monitoring
  • Cath Care and placment
  • Assist with daily activities
  • EMR
  • Port Access
  • Lab draw
  • Documentation accuracy
  • Team Leader/Trainer
  • Multitasking
  • Team Player
  • Independent

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

University Cancer and Blood Center
08.2024 - Current

Patient Access Representative

St Marys Sacred Heart Hospital
05.2018 - 08.2021

Scheduling Coordinator

Waugh and Allen Orthodontics
10.2016 - 06.2018

Administrative Assistant

Athens Primary Care
06.2010 - 10.2016

Patient Care Technician

Athens Regional Medical Center - Armc
01.2009 - 06.2010

Clerical Administrative Assistant

Athens Associates in Family Medicine
06.2007 - 01.2010

Licensed Practical Nurse

North Georgia Technical College

Medical Administration

Maric College Of Medical Careers

High School Diploma -

Madison County High School

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Brenau University

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