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Linda Proper

Moncks Corner,SC

Summary

Functional Office Nurse delivers health care and patient care management while providing high-quality customer service to patients and visitors. Skilled in obtaining and recording vital signs, performing blood draws, injections, rooming patients and assisting providers with patient care. Serves as nursing resource for clinical staff to support scheduling and competency oversight of clinicians. Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN Office Nurse

MUSC Childrens Northwoods Peds
01.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced patient care by effectively administering Vaccines, medications, and POC testing as prescribed by physicians.
  • Managed in basket and scheduling for patients and providers.


LPN Office Nurse

MUSC Internal Medicine 135 Rutledge Tower
02.2018 - 01.2021
  • Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
  • Provided health education to patients on various topics such as medication management, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
  • Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
  • Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.

LPN Charge Nurse

Van Rensselaer Manor
10.2003 - 11.2017
  • Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
  • Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
  • Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
  • Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.

LPN Charge Nurse

Eden Park Nursing Home And Rehabilitation
07.1998 - 10.2003
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
  • Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.
  • Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
  • Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
  • Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.

LPN Field Nurse

Olsten Kimberly Quality Care
04.1996 - 10.1998
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates by closely monitoring patients'' progress and executing effective care plans.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, individualized nursing services tailored to their unique needs.
  • Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
  • Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
  • Managed complex wound care for improved healing rates and reduced infection risk.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients facing challenging diagnoses or difficult treatments, fostering resilience during recovery processes.
  • Provided skilled nursing care for diverse populations, including geriatric, pediatric, and chronically ill patients.
  • Conducted home visits to monitor patient status, adjusting care plans as necessary for optimal health outcomes.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients through clear communication skills that foster trust within the nurse-patient relationship.

LPN Charge Nurse

Villa Mary Immaculate
09.1993 - 05.1996
  • Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing effective discharge planning strategies and providing thorough patient education.

Education

Associate of Science - Nursing

Questar III
Troy, NY
07.1992

Skills

  • Resource management
  • Team collaboration
  • Quality improvement
  • Phlebotomy techniques
  • Medical terminology
  • Nursing documentation
  • Healthcare software proficiency
  • Public speaking
  • Empathy and compassion
  • Immunization administration
  • Multitasking
  • Organizational skills
  • Active listening
  • Time management
  • HIPAA compliance

Timeline

LPN Office Nurse

MUSC Childrens Northwoods Peds
01.2022 - Current

LPN Office Nurse

MUSC Internal Medicine 135 Rutledge Tower
02.2018 - 01.2021

LPN Charge Nurse

Van Rensselaer Manor
10.2003 - 11.2017

LPN Charge Nurse

Eden Park Nursing Home And Rehabilitation
07.1998 - 10.2003

LPN Field Nurse

Olsten Kimberly Quality Care
04.1996 - 10.1998

LPN Charge Nurse

Villa Mary Immaculate
09.1993 - 05.1996

Associate of Science - Nursing

Questar III

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