Latrice Bowser
Flint,TX
Summary
To find employment to practice skills and that will allow growth for advanced in my education.
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
1
1
License
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Christus Health
Tyler, TX
09.2009 - Current
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
Medical Assistant
Trinity Mother Frances Health System
Tyler, TX
02.2004 - 09.2009
- Family Medicine, Dr.Albert Stephens
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
- Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Educated patients on healthcare topics such as nutrition and disease prevention methods.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
- Conducted patient interviews to gather health history, vital signs and information about current medical issues.
- Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
Personal Care Assistant
East Texas Medical Center
Tyler, TX
08.2002 - 02.2004
Personal Care Attendant
Atria, Briarcliff
Tyler, TX
11.2001 - 08.2002
Nurse Assistant
Butterfield Court
Kankakee, IL
03.1998 - 06.2001
Nurse Assistant
Menor Health Care
Kankakee, IL
03.1997 - 03.1998
Medical Assistant
Trinity Mother Frances Health System
Tyler, TX
04.2007
- Trinity Ob/Gyn, Dr.Craig Keathley
Education
License Vocational Nursing - Nursing
Tyler Junior College, Tyler, Texas
Tyler, TX08-2009
Diploma -
St. Annie High School
01.1998
Phlebotomy Certificate, Medical Assistant Certificate -
Tyler Junior College
Skills
- Patient Intake
- Physical Assessment
- Health Education
- Clinical Documentation
- Samples collection
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Medication Dispensing
- Preventive Care
- Inpatient Care
- Immunization Administration
- Diabetes management
- Patient evaluations
- Chronic Disease Management
- HIPAA Compliance
- Medication Administration
- Patient Management
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Outpatient Care
- Palliative Care
- [State] Licensed Practical Nurse
- Direct Patient Care
- ADL Assistance
- Vital signs monitoring
- Vital signs
- Medical Records Management
- Care Planning
- Compassionate Care
- Patient Care
- Educating families
Certification
- Basic Phlebotomy Certification
- Nurse Aide Certification (NA10031708)
- Medical Assistant Certification (327686814)
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (224449)
Nursing License
LATRICE C MCCOY, LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE, 224449, 09/29/2009, The Texas Board of Nursing, Find R. Panda PhD, RN FNP, Katherine A. Momen
Organizations
- National Organization-Americorp Association
- TEXAS BOARD OF NURSING
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Christus Health
09.2009 - Current
Medical Assistant
Trinity Mother Frances Health System
04.2007
Medical Assistant
Trinity Mother Frances Health System
02.2004 - 09.2009
Personal Care Assistant
East Texas Medical Center
08.2002 - 02.2004
Personal Care Attendant
Atria, Briarcliff
11.2001 - 08.2002
Nurse Assistant
Butterfield Court
03.1998 - 06.2001
Nurse Assistant
Menor Health Care
03.1997 - 03.1998
License Vocational Nursing - Nursing
Tyler Junior College, Tyler, Texas
Diploma -
St. Annie High School
Phlebotomy Certificate, Medical Assistant Certificate -
Tyler Junior College