KRISTI ARBAUGH
Scranton,AR
Summary
Well-qualified Center Medical Specialist trained in medical procedures, assessments, and patient education. Bringing experience in related roles and looking for a new professional challenge. Dedicated medical team member proficient in plasma donation procedures and strategies for handling adverse donor events. Screening patients and maintaining records. Adept at organizing documents, tracking vitals, and performing tests. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Compassionate Patient Access Representative well-versed in performing diverse administrative functions for patient care with high degree of diplomacy and problem-solving acumen. Positive and upbeat team player with good communication and time management abilities. Demonstrated extreme attention to detail with accuracy of medical records.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CMS(CENTER MEDICAL SPECIALIST)
Grifols Biomat Plasma Center
Russellville, AR
07.2019 - Current
- Maintained accurate medical records and updated them regularly.
- Communicate with center doctor
- Screen donor's to make sure they are acceptable for donations.
- Perform physicals
- Review SPE Test results
- Monitor donor adverse reactions
- Monitor and check the Emergency bag and perform a monthly AED check on device.
- Various other duties as needed around the center
- Stock both Screen booths and donor floor production area
Medical Records Clerk
Deerview Nursing Home
Ola, AR
02.2019 - 06.2019
- Reviewed patient charts for accuracy and completeness.
- Processed incoming medical records requests.
- Maintained a secure filing system for confidential documents.
- Communicated with all doctors and added orders in chart
- Perform electronic charting
- In charge of Emergency Preparedness during flood
- In charge of all staff meetings
Floor Charge LPN
Johnson County Health And Rehab
Clarksville, AR
05.2016 - 03.2019
- Performed assessments, treatments and procedures according to established standards of practice.
- Provided patient education regarding medications, disease processes, nutrition and other health related topics.
- Developed nursing care plans for individual patients based on assessment findings.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse and respiration rate.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments as ordered by physician or authorized practitioner.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted physical examinations to assess general condition of patients.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient care activities within the medical record system.
- Identified changes in patient's condition and reported any abnormalities to physicians or other healthcare professionals promptly.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when communicating with patients, families and other healthcare providers.
- Managed a caseload of up to 20 patients at one time while providing high quality care.
Home Health LPN
Elite SEM
Fort Smith, AR
08.2015 - 04.2017
- Provided nursing care and education to home health patients in accordance with the physician's orders.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of patient's physical, psychological, social, spiritual and educational needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any changes to the supervising RN or physician.
- Coordinated services with other healthcare professionals involved in the patient's care plan.
- Instructed families and caregivers on proper wound care techniques including dressing changes, wound irrigation and debridement procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress notes following agency policies and procedures.
- Identified potential problems or risk factors impacting a patient's health status through evaluation of data collected during visits to the home setting.
LPN Wound Care Nurse
Paris Health And Rehab Center
Paris, AR
06.2008 - 07.2016
- Assessed patient's wound care needs and developed individualized wound care plans.
- Provided necessary wound care treatments, such as debridement, irrigation, packing and dressing changes.
- Monitored patient's progress and documented all findings in the medical record.
- Performed assessments to identify any potential risk factors associated with wounds or skin breakdowns.
- Administered prescribed medications related to wound care including topical ointments, creams and oral antibiotics.
- Maintained a clean environment for wound treatment by following established procedures for sterilization of instruments and equipment.
- Reported abnormal findings to physician for further evaluation or intervention.
- Communicated effectively with families about patient's condition, treatment plan, goals and prognosis.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Practical Nursing
ATU- Ozark
Ozark, AR05-2007
Skills
- Medical donar registration
- Providing education
- Performing physical examinations
- Clinical documentation
- Collecting vital signs
- Reviewing test results
- Screening processes
- Home health care
- Geriatric care
- Mental health care
- Vital signs monitoring
- CPR certification
- Observe patients
- Health assessments
- Emergency response
- Wound care
- Update electronic charts
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Decision-making
Affiliations
I enjoy fixer uppers, hiking, being out doors with my family, gardening, and I'm an avid christian. I take care of my husband, daughter, and also my roommate who have heart issues. I administer insulin to my roommate and make doctor appointments along with driving them to there appointments.
Certification
- Wound Care Certification
- CPR Certified
- AED Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CMS(CENTER MEDICAL SPECIALIST)
Grifols Biomat Plasma Center
07.2019 - Current
Medical Records Clerk
Deerview Nursing Home
02.2019 - 06.2019
Floor Charge LPN
Johnson County Health And Rehab
05.2016 - 03.2019
Home Health LPN
Elite SEM
08.2015 - 04.2017
LPN Wound Care Nurse
Paris Health And Rehab Center
06.2008 - 07.2016
Associate Degree in Nursing - Practical Nursing
ATU- Ozark
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