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Leslie Friend

Georgetown,KY

Summary

Registered Nurse with more than 20 years of progressive clinical experience across diagnostic radiology, emergency medicine, medical-surgical, orthopedic/neurosurgical, and outpatient settings. Skilled in comprehensive clinical assessment, care coordination, utilization of evidence based guidelines, patient advocacy, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Experienced in prior authorization processes, Epic and eClinicalWorks electronic medical records, and educating patients on treatment options and discharge planning. Recognized for strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to make sound decisions while ensuring quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Overview

1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Diagnostic Radiology RN

University of Kentucky Hospital
07.2023 - Current

Delivered patient care before, during, and after imaging exams to enhance comfort. Assessed health histories and monitored vital signs for risk management. Started IV lines for contrast dyes to support imaging accuracy. Administered conscious sedation, managing any adverse reactions effectively.

Charge Nurse

Baptist Health
03.2017 - 07.2023

Coordinated care for a 37-bed orthopedic, neurosurgical, telemetry unit.

Evaluated patient conditions and collaborated with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.

Assisted with discharge planning, resource utilization, and transitions of care to improve patient outcomes. Prioritized patient assignments and clinical resources while maintaining regulatory compliance and quality standards.

Mentored nursing staff and promoted evidence-based clinical practice.

Educated patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, and follow-up care.

Clinic Supervisor

Bluegrass Pediatrics & Internal Medicine
07.2008 - 03.2017

Coordinated care for a high-volume primary care practice serving 60–80 patients daily.

Assisted providers with clinical documentation, treatment planning, referrals, and prior authorization approvals.

Managed clinical workflows to improve efficiency and patient satisfaction.

Collaborated with physicians, specialists, pharmacies, and insurance companies to facilitate continuity of care.

Ensured accurate documentation within eClinicalWorks to support quality patient care and regulatory compliance.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY
05-2020

Associate of Science - Nursing

University of Charleston
Charleston, WV
05-2003

Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing

Garnet Career Center
Charleston, WV
08-1998

Skills

    Utilization Management

    Clinical Review

    Care Coordination

    Case Management Support

    Prior Authorization Review

    Medical Necessity Assessment

    Patient Advocacy

    Interdisciplinary Collaboration

    Discharge Planning

    Diagnostic Radiology

    IV Therapy

    Conscious Sedation

    Electronic Medical Records (Epic, eClinicalWorks)

Certification

State of KY Registered Nurse

Basic Life Support

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Pediatric Advanced Life Support

NIHSS Certification

Timeline

Diagnostic Radiology RN

University of Kentucky Hospital
07.2023 - Current

Charge Nurse

Baptist Health
03.2017 - 07.2023

Clinic Supervisor

Bluegrass Pediatrics & Internal Medicine
07.2008 - 03.2017

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Eastern Kentucky University

Associate of Science - Nursing

University of Charleston

Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing

Garnet Career Center
Leslie Friend