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Lacey Waters

Pleasant Hill,IL

Summary

Adept at blending exceptional organizational skills with compassionate care, I have excelled in roles across Quincy Medical Group and Hannibal Regional Medical Group. My expertise spans from pediatric to orthopedic nursing, highlighted by achievements in patient education and electronic health record navigation. Renowned for my ability to connect with children and streamline clinic operations, I bring a proven track record of enhancing patient experiences and healthcare efficiency.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Walk In Nurse

Quincy Medical Group
Pittsfield, IL
07.2024 - Current
  • while in between positions I also have been floated to cardiology and urology departments to assist providers
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and disease prevention.

Family Practice Nurse

Quincy Medical Group
Pleasant Hill, IL
11.2022 - 07.2024
  • Conducted patient education sessions to inform patients about preventive care and healthy lifestyle habits.
  • Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
  • ordering supplies, stocking supplies and monitoring expiration dates.

Pediatric Clinic Nurse/Family Practice Nurse

Quincy Medical Group
Pittsfield, IL
01.2022 - 10.2022
  • Working with Dr. Ayca Raif in Pediatrics.

  • Utilized well-honed communication skills to deliver information to pediatric patients and family members regarding treatment, care and medical options.
  • Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood draws, as well as point-of-care testing when needed.
  • Implemented strategies to reduce patient anxiety and fear, utilizing age-appropriate communication and interventions.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Administered medications, injections, and treatments as prescribed by physicians.

Orthopedic Nurse

Quincy Medical Group
Quincy, IL
08.2019 - 12.2021
  • While working in orthopedics, I was running a surgical clinic for Dr. Navasartian, and at the end of the three years, I was running Dr. Navasartian and Dr. Hilton's clinics.
  • Those job duties included, but were not limited to: scheduling patient surgeries, preparing all necessary paperwork for surgery packets to be filled out by patients and doctors, scheduling pre-op testing, medication management, as well as taking care of patients in the clinic, setting up and assisting with procedures, making phone calls, sending out referrals, stocking rooms, and assisting any of the other surgery clinics in orthopedics as well.
  • Provided direct care to patients with musculoskeletal conditions, including fractures, sprains, strains, dislocations, and joint replacements.
  • Provided education about disease processes related to musculoskeletal disorders; discussed preventative measures for avoiding future injury.
  • Instructed patients on how to use assistive devices such as crutches or wheelchairs; provided instructions on proper body mechanics during activities of daily living.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Monitored post-operative recovery progress; reported any changes in status to attending physician immediately.
  • Coordinated follow-up visits with primary care providers or specialists based on individual needs.
  • I was also sent to a conference to be certified in casting.
  • I was also taught to be a scribe, to go into patient rooms with the provider, and to fill out the note for the provider.

Urgent care LPN

Hannibal Regional Medical Group
01.2018 - 08.2018
  • Assisted in the coordination and planning of new urgent care center
  • Monitored and ordered inventory and medications for the center
  • Provides assistants to the physicians and staff in coordinating patient care and functions as a primary liaison between patients, staff and physicians
  • Provides essential patient education in a multitude of areas
  • Provided assistance in training new physicians and nurse practitioners as well as nursing staff on computer software

Lpn- 1 on 1 nurse for seizure precaution student

Pleasant Hill School
08.2017 - 01.2018
  • Provided one on one care to a special needs student with seizure disorder
  • Provided daily medications, assisted in normal activities of daily living, provided assistance in educational lessons, assistance in physical and occupational therapy
  • I was able to fill in for the school nurse to provide care for the students and staff multiples times

Family Practice Nurse With Dr. Onik

Pike Medical Clinic/Hannibal Regional Medical Group
09.2011 - 08.2017
  • Recorded patients’ medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records
  • Delivered high quality and compassionate treatment to low income patient community
  • Disciplined, energetic employee who quickly establishes rapport with patients and colleagues
  • Provided necessary Health education training for patients
  • Took and recorded patient’s vital signs
  • Tested clia waved testing on patients as well as administering medications and injections
  • Skillfully performed suture removals of patients of all ages
  • Maintained patient charts and confidential files

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse -

John Wood Community College
Quincy, IL
08.2011

Certified Nursing Assistant Program -

John Wood Community College
Pittsfield, IL
08.2006

High school Diploma -

Pleasant Hill High School
Pleasant Hill, IL
05.2006

Skills

  • Great with kids in a medical setting
  • Great with kids in an educational setting
  • Great people person
  • Organized
  • Great computer skills
  • Compassionate
  • Ordering supplies
  • organizational skills
  • Computer skills with electronic health records
  • Casting, splinting, and durable medical equipment applications
  • bladder scanner
  • Sterilization of equipment
  • Immunization administration
  • Phlebotomy proficiency
  • Vaccination schedules
  • Electronic health record navigation
  • Time management mastery
  • Pediatric nursing care

Certification

  • CPR certified, American Heart Association
  • Licensed Practical Nurse, Missouri
  • Licensed Practical Nurse, Illinois
  • DOT drug testing certification

Accomplishments

  • 2023 I won the Employee Leadership award with Quincy Medical Group
  • 2023 i won the Unparalleled Care award with Quincy Medical Group

Volunteer Experiences

  • I have been the secretary for the Pike County Fair Board for the years 2024 and 2025
  • I am also the secretary for the Pleasant Hill Community Club for 2023, 2024, and 2025
  • I volunteer with the PTO for our local school

Timeline

Walk In Nurse

Quincy Medical Group
07.2024 - Current

Family Practice Nurse

Quincy Medical Group
11.2022 - 07.2024

Pediatric Clinic Nurse/Family Practice Nurse

Quincy Medical Group
01.2022 - 10.2022

Orthopedic Nurse

Quincy Medical Group
08.2019 - 12.2021

Urgent care LPN

Hannibal Regional Medical Group
01.2018 - 08.2018

Lpn- 1 on 1 nurse for seizure precaution student

Pleasant Hill School
08.2017 - 01.2018

Family Practice Nurse With Dr. Onik

Pike Medical Clinic/Hannibal Regional Medical Group
09.2011 - 08.2017

Licensed Practical Nurse -

John Wood Community College

Certified Nursing Assistant Program -

John Wood Community College

High school Diploma -

Pleasant Hill High School

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