Karen Allen
Nurse
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
I have been in healthcare for 33 years. Currently a licensed LPN with a BA in Healthcare Administration and an AA in Medical Billing and Coding. I am also currently completing my AS in Registered Nursing at Rose State College. I am currently a Clinical Liaison for Inpatient Physical Therapy Unit at a hospital and have had multiple positions in Healthcare Administration as well as Clinical nursing. My goal is to obtain my RN in combination with my BA to enter a role into full-time Healthcare Administration. I would like to use my current skills and aspirations to benefit and prosper myself and the community in achieving optimal clinical and business outcomes for our facility.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychiatric LPN
Landmark Recovery
Oklahoma City, OK
10.2020 - Current
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Administered controlled narcotics. Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored and tracked patient vitals in [Software] to keep team informed of changing conditions.
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Clinical Liaison
Alliance Health Clinton
Clinton, OK
09.2016 - Current
- Verified insurance coverage for patients prior to admission to facility.
- Followed document protocols to safeguard confidentiality of patient records.
- Facilitated communication between patients and various departments and staff.
- Applied administrative knowledge and courtesy to explain procedures and services to patients.
- Offered simple, clear explanations to help clients and families understand hospital policies and procedures.
- Organized patient records and database to facilitate information storage and retrieval.
- Recommended service improvements to minimize recurring patient issues and complaints.
- Kept current with literature and felid advancements to advocate to and for patients.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Collected data about patient care problems and prepared reports.
- Developed marketing plans and strategies to increased admission rates.
- Meet or exceed benchmark goals.
Medicare Wellness Nurse
Saint Anthony
Oklahoma , OK
09.2014 - 09.2016
- Discussed such topics as proper nutrition and lifestyle changes to help patients live healthier lives.
- Explained ways to holistically alleviate depression and anxiety, which included meditation and yoga.
- Administered medications as directed by healthcare providers and documented this information on patient charts.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Created individualized care plans for each patient based upon his or her health needs.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Assessed and evaluated mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to initiate, manage and modify individualized care plans.
- Administered medications patients and monitored response to medications.
- Applied nursing expertise to meet needs of patients in challenging home environment.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Healthcare Administration
American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL03.2012
Associate of Arts - Medical Billing And Coding
American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL11.2011
Associate of Arts - Practical Nursing
DeMarge College
Oklahoma City, OK12.1997
Skills
- Examination and Test Preparation
- Nursing Staff Supervision
- Procedure Explanation
- Needs Assessment
- Work Planning and Coordination
- Nursing Intervention Evaluations
- Conditions Reporting
- Recording Vital Signs
- Equipment Disinfection
- Patient Medical Histories
- Administrative Support
- Operational Standards
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Psychiatric Evaluation
- Medical History Documenting
- Rehabilitation Support
- Patient Admission
- Patient Flow
- Tracking Symptoms
- Pulse Oximetry Tracking
- Seizure Precautions
- Medical Paperwork Processing
- Lab Specimens and Collections
Accomplishments
Member of Delta Mu Delta
Timeline
Psychiatric LPN
Landmark Recovery
10.2020 - Current
Clinical Liaison
Alliance Health Clinton
09.2016 - Current
Medicare Wellness Nurse
Saint Anthony
09.2014 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Healthcare Administration
American InterContinental University
Associate of Arts - Medical Billing And Coding
American InterContinental University
Associate of Arts - Practical Nursing
DeMarge College