Lexa Cohen
Plainsboro,NJ
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with 10+ years of experience delivering high-quality patient care, including medication administration, wound care, immunizations, and phlebotomy. Skilled in EMR management, care coordination, and staff training.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Nurse
Central Bucks Family Practice
08.2023 - Current
- Provide Medicare Chronic Care Management (CCM), including monthly patient outreach, care plan updates, and care coordination
- Review daily patient hospitalizations and coordinate timely hospital follow-up outreach and appointments
- Perform EMR-based triage and manage a high-volume nurse phone line, prioritizing same-day and urgent visits
- Coordinate patient scheduling, laboratory testing, imaging, and referrals across two office locations
- Manage prior authorizations and medication appeals to support timely patient access to treatment
- Train, onboard, and mentor new nurses and medical assistants
- Room patients, take vitals, perform phlebotomy, and conduct diagnostic testing and immunizations
- Lead preventive care and population health outreach for screenings and diagnostic testing
- Provide in-office patient education and training on GLP-1 medications, continuous glucose monitors, and insulin pen use
- Maintain vaccine and clinical supply inventory
LPN Supervisor
Souderton Mennonite Homes
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Supervised nursing staff in a memory care unit, providing specialized care for patients with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
- Developed care plans and interventions, conducted health assessments, and worked with external healthcare providers to address evolving patient needs.
- Strengthened communication with families, helping them stay informed and confident in the care of their loved ones.
- Administered medications and treatments, documenting accurately in the EMR.
CNA
Right at Home
07.2020 - 07.2022
- Delivered personalized in-home care to patients, assisting with activities of daily living, and medication administration.
- Supported clients with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and ensuring a clean, safe living environment to promote overall well-being.
- Provided private duty home care to clients, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and mobility support.
CNA/Scheduler
Community Home Services
01.2017 - 03.2020
- Supported patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and medication administration under supervision.
- Delivered personalized in-home care to patients, assisting with activities of daily living, and medication administration.
- Provided in-home care to clients, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and mobility support.
- Managed scheduling and appointments, maintaining patient records, and documentation.
- Efficiently coordinated caregiver schedules to ensure timely and appropriate care delivery.
CNA/Medication Technician
The Birches At Arbour Square
09.2015 - 12.2016
- Assisted with personal care, medication administration, and vital sign monitoring for patients.
- Engaged patients in therapeutic activities, and maintained their safety and comfort.
- Kept accurate documentation in line with healthcare regulations.
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Lansdale School Of Business
Lansdale, Pennsylvania12-2021
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster High School
Scranton, PA06-2015
Health Occupations Certification - Nursing
North Montco Technical Career Center
Lansdale, Pennsylvania06-2015
Skills
- Care Coordination and Management
- EMR Systems: Epic, eClinical, and PointClickCare
- Phlebotomy, immunizations, allergy shots, and diagnostic testing
- Medical Billing and Coding (ICD-10)
- Prior Authorization and Insurance Coordination
- Population Health Outreach
- Patient advocacy and education
- Data Entry and Reporting
- Cross-functional communication (providers, insurers, patients)
- Administrative Support in Healthcare
- Medical Office Operations and Scheduling
- Medication and Treatment Administration
Timeline
Lead Nurse
Central Bucks Family Practice
08.2023 - Current
LPN Supervisor
Souderton Mennonite Homes
08.2022 - 08.2023
CNA
Right at Home
07.2020 - 07.2022
CNA/Scheduler
Community Home Services
01.2017 - 03.2020
CNA/Medication Technician
The Birches At Arbour Square
09.2015 - 12.2016
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster High School
Health Occupations Certification - Nursing
North Montco Technical Career Center
Licensed Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Lansdale School Of Business