Laura Miller
Bolivar,MO
Summary
Well rounded LPN with 25+ years of experience in delivering high quality health care to a diverse population spanning Family Medicine, Neurology, and Public Health. Dedicated to providing exceptional nursing care alongside a dynamic healthcare team team to improve patient outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Health Nurse
Polk County Health Center
01.2018 - Current
- Participated in community outreach events promoting public health resources and services available to local residents.
- Enhanced community health through delivering educational presentations on disease prevention, nutrition, and healthy lifestyles.
- Communicated with physicians and practitioners for patient care concerns to obtain orders and intervention protocols.
- Worked closely with Nurse Practitioner in Women's Health Clinic and STD clinic to ensure positive outcome for patients.
- Communicable Disease Investigation
- Managed immunization clinics, ensuring timely administration of vaccinations and reducing the spread of communicable diseases.
- Performed treatments as ordered by physicians and documented actions.
- Facilitated medication management and monitored for side effects in collaboration with provider.
- Streamlined patient documentation by implementing electronic health records system, leading to increased efficiency in data management.
CMH Neurology Clinic LPN
Citizens Memorial Healthcare
03.2015 - 01.2018
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Roomed patients to the exam room, obtained vitals, updated medication lists, and updated patient information in the EHR.
- Reviewed discharge orders with patient before leaving the clinic
- Administered Memory Tests
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, providing expert clinical support as needed.
- Coordinated with insurance companies to obtain prior authorizations for prescribed medications and treatments, alleviating financial burdens on patients.
- Carried out physician orders accurately.
CMH Bolivar Family Care Center LPN
Citizens Memorial Healthcare
04.1999 - 03.2016
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication for better understanding of their concerns.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, providing expert clinical support as needed.
- Administered medications accurately, adhering to strict protocols and safety guidelines.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with colleagues and supporting team goals.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Carried out physician orders accurately
- Roomed patients to the exam room, obtained vitals, updated medication lists and updated patient information in the EHR.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
Education
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
Ozarks Technical Community College
Springfield, MOBachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southwest Baptist University
Bolivar, MOSkills
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Compassion and Empathy
- Immunization Administration
- Nursing Documentation
- CPR/AED
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Patient Education
- Team Work
- Communication Skills
- Time Management
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Missouri State Board Of Nursing
- Expiration date: 5/31/2026
- License Number: 058584
Timeline
Community Health Nurse
Polk County Health Center
01.2018 - Current
CMH Neurology Clinic LPN
Citizens Memorial Healthcare
03.2015 - 01.2018
CMH Bolivar Family Care Center LPN
Citizens Memorial Healthcare
04.1999 - 03.2016
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
Ozarks Technical Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Southwest Baptist University
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