Dynamic LPN with extensive experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Management experience. Communicating with insurance companies for authorization on Medications and procedures. Excelling in patient education and chronic disease management. Proven ability to coordinate care and advocate for patients, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Skilled in medical documentation and effective communication, enhancing patient outcomes and promoting health education.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
John Stafford, MD and Asso
04.2018 - Current
Managed numerous clinical office duties as well as 3-4 medical assistants.
Communicated with insurance companies to complete prior authorizations requirements for medications and procedures.
Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care with multiple disciplines.
Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, and chronic disease self-management.
Performed Medicare wellness exams. Reviewed patients medical history, medications, social history and health maintenance needs. Ordered all labs and radiology testing recommended by Medicare guidelines.
Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
Assisted three providers to review patient calls, lab results and patient education.
Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities. routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences
LPN Field Nurse
Lakeland Regional Health
09.2013 - 03.2018
Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
Coordinated with physicians to implement prescribed treatment plans, ensuring consistency in patient care delivery.
Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk.
Completed thorough assessments to identify changes in patients'' condition, implementing appropriate interventions as needed.
Served as a liaison between patients and their healthcare providers, advocating for their needs while promoting informed decision making.
Dispensed patients medications following care plans and physician's orders. Educated patient and family regarding medication compliance, side effects and
Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.
Education
Certificate in Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing
Lake Michigan College
Benton Harbor, MI
Certification in Billing And Coding - Billing And Coding
Ultimate Medical Academy
Clearwater, FL
Skills
Medical documentation
Health promotion and education
Obtaining prior authorizations from Insurance
Home healthcare
Cardiac care
Maternal-child nursing
Triage management
Multi-tasking and prioritization
Verbal and written communication
Pain management
Case management
Regulatory requirements
Medical office administration
Writing reports
Staff supervision
Inpatient care
Outpatient care
Certification
Certification as Licensed Practial Nurse
BLS Current until 2027
Certification in Billing and Coding
Timeline
LPN
John Stafford, MD and Asso
04.2018 - Current
LPN Field Nurse
Lakeland Regional Health
09.2013 - 03.2018
Certificate in Licensed Practical Nursing - Nursing
Lake Michigan College
Certification in Billing And Coding - Billing And Coding
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