Lauren Poole
Gulfport, MS,MS
Summary
Dependable healthcare team member with sound judgment, excellent clinical abilities and smooth bedside manner. Track and chart vitals and other markers to help patients, support team treatment goals and boost outcomes. Exceptional approach in family practice support. Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 1 + years of experience in the field. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing respiratory treatments. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements. Passionate Nurse with demonstrated experience in hospital settings. Proven ability to build strong relationships with patients and families while providing compassionate care. Offers strong task prioritization and organizational skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Office Nurse
Coastal Family Health Center
11.2022 - Current
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Administered medications via oral, intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered vaccines to infants, children and adults.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
MST
Memorial Gulf Coast Pulmonary
10.2015 - 07.2020
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic and health history to keep information current.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Communicated with patients and families to obtain patient medical histories and vital information.
- Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomies, glucose tests and pulmonary functioning tests.
Patient Care Assistant
Kare In Home
11.2018 - 08.2019
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
Personal Care Assistant
Nursing Management
12.2014 - 10.2015
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in different spaces involving varying elevations and obstacles.
CNA
Lakeview Nursing Home
07.2012 - 10.2014
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
LPN - Nursing Practice
MGCCC
Biloxi08.2022
CNA - Nursing Assistance
MGCCC
Biloxi04.2012
GED -
MGCCC
Biloxi, MS12.2008
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Counting medications
- Direct Patient Care
- Lab reports
- Vaccines inventory
- EMR Systems
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Caregiving Skills
- Medication Dispensing
- Biomedical Hazard Disposal
- Immunization Administration
- Tuberculosis Testing
- Documenting Intake
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Timeline
LPN Office Nurse
Coastal Family Health Center
11.2022 - Current
Patient Care Assistant
Kare In Home
11.2018 - 08.2019
MST
Memorial Gulf Coast Pulmonary
10.2015 - 07.2020
Personal Care Assistant
Nursing Management
12.2014 - 10.2015
CNA
Lakeview Nursing Home
07.2012 - 10.2014
LPN - Nursing Practice
MGCCC
CNA - Nursing Assistance
MGCCC
GED -
MGCCC
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