Leighanne Meekins
Sarasota,FL
Summary
Proactive Clinical Coordinator excited to transition into a new position where superb leadership and clinical coordination abilities can be utilized. Skilled in high risk breast cancer screening, including breast imaging, cultural risks, genetic mutations and age appropriate care. Committed to ensuring patients are receiving the highest level of compassionate care and appropriate follow up care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Care Coordinator III- Breast Surgical Onc
Sarasota Memorial Hospital- First Physicians Group
11.2021 - Current
- Provide patient care according to needs of the population and assists in management of patient care in the physician office setting under direct supervision of a breast oncology surgeon.
- Plan and coordinate patient care, providing pre and post-operative education and care
- Plan and coordinate high risk breast cancer imaging and exams based on ACS guidelines
- Knowledge of high risk assessment including genetic mutations, age, family and personal medical history, breast disease and life time risk percentages
- Maintained sterile surgical environment and secured confidential data to protect patients' health and privacy
Registered Nurse
Blake Medical Center
10.2021 - 11.2021
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Offered emotional support to patients and family members experiencing trauma.
- Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies and wound vacuums
Community Health Nurse
Anne Arundel County Health
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Administration of PCR and rapid COVID-19 tests via oral, nasal and nasopharyngeal swabbing.
- Administration of COVID-19 vaccinations including Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson.
- Member of emergent strike teams for community, including but not limited to home bound individuals and rehabilitation facilities.
- Lead registered nurse of large and mobile COVID-19 vaccination and testing sites throughout community.
- Management of Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines as well as proper storage, draw up, administration and observation.
- Conduct appropriate health screenings, assessments and educates community regarding COVID-19.
- Collaborated with other health-focused organizations and agencies to promote community health.
Communications Associate
Anne Arundel Gastroenterology
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Triage phone calls and schedule in office or outpatient procedures per company protocol
- Handled inbound contacts and provided customer service according to departmental policies and procedures.
- Diagnosed and document customer complaints by utilizing provided tools and asking diagnostic questions.
Student Nurse, NICU
University of Maryland Medical System
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Under direct supervision of registered nurse, performs delegated basic patient care functions for 52 room, level IV neonatal intensive care unit
- Obtains vitals, abdominal girth assessments, baths, weights, and PO feedings.
- Accurately performs responsibilities involved in admission, transfer, referral and dismissal of patients to and from unit.
- Collaborated with nurse preceptors and other medical staff to achieve quality patient outcome goals.
Customer Service Representative- ED Registration/Office Assistant
Anne Arundel Medical Center
06.2014 - 07.2018
- Accurately obtains and processes patient demographic, insurance and medical information for registrations, admissions and financial purposes.
- Independently prioritizes workflow (including, but not limited to, work queue management, patient registrations, insurance verification, and other assigned tasks) to meet deadlines and maximize productivity.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governor's University
Millcreek, UT06.2024
Associate of Science - Nursing
Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MD12.2019
Skills
- Intravenous Therapy
- Infection Control Measures
- Preventative Health
- Wound Care
- Pain Management
- EMR / EHR
- Prioritization/ Time Management
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessments
- HIPAA education
- Critical thinking
- Compliance with Regulatory Guidelines
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse # R245508
- American Heart Association BLS for Health Care providers (CPR and AED)
- Certified IV therapy through the American Academy of Phlebotomy
Timeline
Clinical Care Coordinator III- Breast Surgical Onc
Sarasota Memorial Hospital- First Physicians Group
11.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Blake Medical Center
10.2021 - 11.2021
Community Health Nurse
Anne Arundel County Health
10.2020 - 10.2021
Communications Associate
Anne Arundel Gastroenterology
01.2020 - 09.2020
Student Nurse, NICU
University of Maryland Medical System
06.2018 - 01.2020
Customer Service Representative- ED Registration/Office Assistant
Anne Arundel Medical Center
06.2014 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governor's University
Associate of Science - Nursing
Anne Arundel Community College
- Licensed Registered Nurse # R245508
- American Heart Association BLS for Health Care providers (CPR and AED)
- Certified IV therapy through the American Academy of Phlebotomy
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