Kathryn Lyles
Ruston
Summary
Organized Healthcare professional with experience providing skilled care to diverse patient populations. Compassionate professional with great engagement skills. Prioritize tasks and maintains accurate documentation.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Claiborne Memorial Medical Center
05.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Licensed Practical Nurse/Front Office Manager
New Hope Addiction Recovery
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Administered injections and obtained blood.
- Created weekly schedules for front office staff members to ensure appropriate coverage during peak hours or high demand periods.
- Resolved guest complaints professionally, maintaining positive relationships with customers for future business opportunities.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Uprising Addiction Center
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance nursing knowledge and skills.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized treatment plans for patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Broken Wings Addiction Center
07.2020 - 05.2021
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing challenging situations with patients, families, and healthcare professionals alike.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying changes in condition and implementing appropriate interventions promptly.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Northern Louisiana Medical Center
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Increased patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathetic listening, and prompt resolution of issues.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal treatment plans and positive patient outcomes.
- Reduced risk of complications by closely monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and promptly addressing patient concerns.
- Demonstrated keen attention to detail while conducting head-to-toe assessments on medical surgical patients.
- Expedited recovery times by implementing appropriate wound care measures and providing timely pain management.
- Implemented strategies to promote a comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients during their hospital stay.
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Northern Louisiana Medical Center
03.2013 - 07.2019
- Trained new pharmacy technicians on proper procedures and best practices, ensuring consistent quality of service.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Stocked, labeled, and inventoried medication to keep accurate records.
- Completed paperwork, entering prescription and insurance or billing information into patient profiles.
- Collaborated with pharmacists to optimize drug therapy outcomes for patients through comprehensive medication reviews.
- Improved workflow efficiency through regular maintenance of automated dispensing systems and equipment troubleshooting as necessary.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Southparkway Childcare
01.2008 - 03.2012
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
Education
Vocational Degree - Practical Nursing
Louisiana Delta Community College
Monroe, LA05-2019
Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician
Union County College
Cranford, NJ07-2012
High School Diploma -
Ruston High School
Ruston, LA05-2002
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Pharmacy ethics
- Drug utilization review
- Drug information resources
- Teamwork
- Customer service
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse - Louisiana State License #30000052-July 2019-Present
- Certified Pharmacy Technician -Louisiana State License-CPT.012808-March 2013-Present
- Pharmacy Technician Certification Board-#10067354-March 2013-Present
- Basic Life Support-BLS
- Advanced Life Support-ACLS
- Pediatric Life Support-PALS
Languages
English
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Claiborne Memorial Medical Center
05.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse/Front Office Manager
New Hope Addiction Recovery
07.2022 - 05.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Uprising Addiction Center
06.2021 - 02.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
Broken Wings Addiction Center
07.2020 - 05.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Northern Louisiana Medical Center
07.2019 - 03.2020
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Northern Louisiana Medical Center
03.2013 - 07.2019
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Southparkway Childcare
01.2008 - 03.2012
Vocational Degree - Practical Nursing
Louisiana Delta Community College
Certified Pharmacy Technician - Pharmacy Technician
Union County College
High School Diploma -
Ruston High School
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