Lindy Harrison
Greensboro,GA
Summary
Compassionate LPN adept at assessing and addressing patient needs. Background includes facilitating communication between healthcare providers and patients, ensuring a smooth journey through the healthcare system, and advocating for optimal care. Strengths include strong interpersonal skills, knowledge of medical terminology, and ability to educate patients on health management strategies. Impact in previous roles demonstrated through improved patient satisfaction rates and streamlined healthcare processes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health LPN
Enhabit
Eatonton, GA
10.2021 - Current
- Provided nursing care and education to home health patients in accordance with the physician's orders.
- Educated patients on disease processes, medications and self-care management techniques.
- Instructed families and caregivers on proper wound care techniques including dressing changes, wound irrigation and debridement procedures.
- Participated in weekly case conferences with an interdisciplinary team to discuss client progress and concerns.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Utilized electronic health records to document patient care accurately and comprehensively.
Family Practice LPN
Phillips Family Medicine
Eatonton, GA
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Assisted physician with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections, and performing other nursing duties.
- Reviewed prior authorization requests to ensure accuracy and completeness of required information.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Assisted in the development of referral processes and procedures.
- Managed triage phone calls by providing appropriate advice or referring callers to their primary care provider or other specialists when necessary.
- Contacted insurance companies to obtain necessary preauthorization needed for upcoming tests and procedures.
- Performed routine laboratory tests including urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and others.
- Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
- Provided education to patients and families regarding immunizations.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all immunizations administered.
Pediatric LPN
Augusta Health
Greensboro, GA
02.2011 - 10.2020
- Developed relationships with key stakeholders within the healthcare system to facilitate effective referrals.
- Collaborated with internal departments to ensure smooth transitions for referred patients.
- Coordinated with health departments, community organizations, schools, and employers to ensure appropriate access to immunizations.
- Performed data entry related to referrals into electronic health record systems.
- Communicated regularly with patients regarding their care plans following a referral.
- Reviewed medical records to determine if additional services are needed prior to making a referral.
- Provided direct nursing care to pediatric patients according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Performed treatments such as wound dressings, injections, catheterizations and enemas.
- Ensured that all patient records were accurate and up-to-date.
- Educated parents on proper nutrition, hygiene, growth and development for their children.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of pediatric nursing by continuing education courses.
- Monitored patient responses to treatments, adjusting nursing care plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
CBRN Operations NCOIC
Army National Gaurd
Macon, GA
02.2009 - 02.2017
- Maintained and updated CBRN equipment to ensure readiness for use in emergency situations.
- Developed training materials to educate personnel on proper use of CBRN protective gear.
- Provided technical guidance and support to commanders during field exercises involving CBRN-related scenarios.
- Controlled traffic and monitored gate entrances and exits, quickly responding to emergencies on base.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Supervised shooting ranges, providing instruction on the proper use of firearms and ammunition.
- Organized and coordinated convoy operations, ensuring all personnel were briefed on mission objectives and safety procedures.
Education
BBA - Business Marketing
Arizona University Global Campus
Chandler, AZ05-2026
LPN - Nursing
Central Georgia Technical College
Macon, GA12-2000
Skills
- Multidisciplinary Care Coordination
- Vaccination Expertise
- Patient Education Initiatives
- Data Verification Expertise
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong Verbal Communication
- Approachable Attitude
- Adaptable Problem Solver
- Customer-Focused Initiative
- Efficient Organizational Systems
- Collaborative Team Member
- Quantitative Analysis Proficiency
- Claims Investigation and analysis
Affiliations
- fishing
- concerts
- social events
- making bath bombs
- cooking
- camping
Accomplishments
- I received an excellence award presented by the Company Commander in the military for single handedly operating an ammunition shed, loading ammunition and dispensing magazines to over 200 soldiers
Timeline
Home Health LPN
Enhabit
10.2021 - Current
Family Practice LPN
Phillips Family Medicine
10.2020 - 10.2021
Pediatric LPN
Augusta Health
02.2011 - 10.2020
CBRN Operations NCOIC
Army National Gaurd
02.2009 - 02.2017
BBA - Business Marketing
Arizona University Global Campus
LPN - Nursing
Central Georgia Technical College
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