Lauren Young
Summary
Healthcare professional with solid background in patient care and medical support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and maintain accurate patient records. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments, consistently delivering reliable and compassionate care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Northeast Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
Worcester, MA
10.2023 - Current
- Provide direct patient care, including but not limited to physical assessment, various forms of allergy testing, immunotherapy and medication administration
- Monitor and assess patient conditions, and report any changes or concerns to the healthcare team
- Telephone triage and assist with completion of letters and forms
- Utilize electronic medical record systems to document patient information accurately
- Assist in the treatment and management of medical emergencies such as anaphylaxis
Certified Medical Assistant
Harrington Physician Services
Southbridge, MA
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Document vital signs and health history for patients in surgical clinic
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions
- Prepared patients for X-rays, suture removal and dressing changes
- Effectively able to apply and remove fiberglass casts
- Applying and fitting patients with CAM boot, ASO lace up brace, post op shoe, splints etc
Certified Medical Assistant
Putnam Medical Associates
Putnam, CT
07.2017 - 01.2020
- Sanitized, restocked and organized exam rooms and medical equipment in primary care office
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescription refills
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring vital signs
- Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into EMR
- Prepared lab specimens for diagnostic evaluation
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate - Nursing
Bay Path Practical Nursing Academy
Charlton, MAAssociate of Science - Medical Assisting
Quinebaug Valley Community College
Danielson, CTSkills
- Physician Collaboration
- Patient Records
- Measuring Medication Dosages
- Intramuscular and subcutaneous injections
- Administer Medication
- Update Electronic Charts
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Suture Removal
- Casting and Splinting
- Wound Dressings
- Skin Prick Testing
- Breathing treatments
- Allergy testing
- Anaphylaxis management
- Allergic reaction prevention
- Food allergy management
- Pulmonary function testing
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Northeast Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
10.2023 - Current
Certified Medical Assistant
Harrington Physician Services
01.2020 - 08.2022
Certified Medical Assistant
Putnam Medical Associates
07.2017 - 01.2020
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting
Quinebaug Valley Community College
Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate - Nursing
Bay Path Practical Nursing Academy