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Kara-Lea Cooksey

Selmer,TN

Summary

Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse skilled in delivering compassionate care and maintaining meticulous electronic health records. Experienced in educating patients and families on health management, ensuring safety, and advocating for patient rights in hospice and clinical settings.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Legacy Hospice
Selmer, Tennessee
01.2025 - Current
  • Provided compassionate care to patients in hospice settings.
  • Documented patient progress and updated medical records accurately.
  • Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare providers.
  • Conducted home visits regularly to assess patient's condition and provide necessary interventions.
  • Educated patients and family members on disease process, medication administration, nutrition and symptom management.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations such as pain crisis or respiratory distress.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Selmer Post Acute
Selmer, Tennessee
11.2024 - Current
  • Administered medications according to established protocols and patient care plans.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control practices daily.
  • Advocated for patients by respecting and supporting values, basic rights and beliefs.
  • Documented and collected vital signs to track patient conditions.

911 Emergency Dispatcher

McNairy County E911
Selmer, Tennessee
08.2016 - Current
  • Operated multi-line phone system to receive emergency calls.
  • Prioritized incoming calls based on urgency and nature of incidents.
  • Communicated effectively with first responders during emergency situations.
  • Maintained accurate logs of all dispatch communications and activities.
  • Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies for incident response.
  • Utilized mapping software to track emergency vehicle locations efficiently.
  • Acted calmly and professionally under pressure while making decisions in high stress situations.
  • Adhered strictly to departmental policies and protocols related to handling emergency communications.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Legacy Hospice
Selmer, Tennessee
02.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to hospice patients and families.
  • Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
  • Followed infection control protocols to maintain safety standards in patient care.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Selmer Post Acute
Selmer, Tennessee
08.2021 - 11.2024
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
  • Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for patients.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.

Insurance Billing Clerk

Rogers Eye Center
Savannah, Tennessee
01.2019 - 07.2021
  • Processed insurance claims for vision care services efficiently.
  • Verified patient information to ensure accuracy in billing records.
  • Communicated with insurance companies to resolve billing discrepancies.
  • Assisted patients with understanding their insurance benefits and coverage options.
  • Updated billing software with new patient data and claim status regularly.
  • Handled patient inquiries regarding account balances and payment plans promptly.
  • Performed daily audits of invoices, credit memos and other documents pertaining to billing activities.
  • Adhered to HIPAA regulations when handling confidential client information.

Education

Practical Nursing

Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Crump, TN
08-2024

High School Diploma -

McNairy Central Highschool
Selmer, TN
05-2015

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Electronic health records
  • Infection control
  • Emergency response
  • Time management
  • Medical documentation
  • HIPAA compliance

Certification

  • Certified Nurse Aide
  • School Nurse Seizure Training on Epilepsy

Accomplishments

  • National Technical Honor Society

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Legacy Hospice
01.2025 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Selmer Post Acute
11.2024 - Current

Certified Nursing Assistant

Legacy Hospice
02.2024 - 12.2024

Certified Nursing Assistant

Selmer Post Acute
08.2021 - 11.2024

Insurance Billing Clerk

Rogers Eye Center
01.2019 - 07.2021

911 Emergency Dispatcher

McNairy County E911
08.2016 - Current

Practical Nursing

Tennessee College of Applied Technology

High School Diploma -

McNairy Central Highschool

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