LISA POUNDS
Oak Creek,WI
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 9 years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Employee Health Licensed Practical Nurse
Aurora St. Luke's South Shore
08.2023 - Current
- Provide onsite fit testing and provides instruction on PAPR use
- Report out on the site safety huddle providing pertinent employee health injury updates and other necessary awareness
- Provide onsite hair and fingernail drug screening
- Coordinates onsite flu clinic and administer vaccines as needed
- Document patient information into the electronic health record
- Ergonomic core team member providing assistance in helping to reduce the risk of injury of co-workers and increase comfort
Registered Medical Assistant
Aurora Walk- In and Urgent Care
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Preparing and rooming the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and gathering pertinent health information
- Assisting the physician with pelvic exams and specimen collection
- Administering routine medications under the physicians orders, including analgesics, antibiotic injections, and tetanus shots
- Perform basic clinical support of collecting throat/ nose culture, EKG, and applying a splint to upper and lower extremities
- Communicating with physicians and other members of the health care team to ensure smooth clinic flow
- Effectively communicating accurate and timely information with the patient
Registered Medical Assistant
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center- Urology
08.2020 - 04.2022
- Assisted physicians with patient examinations and cystoscopy procedures
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints, and vital signs
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment
- Preparing and administering injections as directed by the physician
- Collected specimens using aseptic technique and standard precautions and infection control guidelines
Patient Service Representative
Aurora Walk- In and Urgent Care
03.2019 - 08.2020
- Reviewed and obtain demographic and insurance information and collect co-payments
- Respected patients by recognizing rights and maintaining confidentiality
- Answering, investigating, and directing patient inquiries to the appropriate staff member
- Informed patients about delays and waiting times
- Updated and verified patient information at every visit
Pharmacy Technician
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center- Inpatient
08.2017 - 03.2019
- Performed aseptic hand washing and maintained a sterile field when preparing intravenous products
- Labeled and packaged patient medication
- Appropriately disposed controlled substances
- Delivered medication to patient's room and returned unused and expired medications
- Maintained an level of cleanliness and sanitized as needed
Certified Nursing Assistant
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center- Neuro ICU
01.2015 - 08.2017
- Helped patients with routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight, blood glucose level, and recording intake and outtake information
- Prevent infection with hand hygiene, proper disposal of contaminated materials, and wearing PPE when in direct contact with patients in isolation
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from bed, bathroom, and chair
- Answered patient call light
Education
Diploma -
Custer High School At Milwaukee, WI
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts and General Studies -
Milwaukee Area Technical College At Milwaukee, WI
Diploma in Medical Assisting -
Herzing University At Brookfield, WI
12.2020
Diploma in Licensed Practical Nursing -
Herzing University At Brookfield, WI
08.2024
Skills
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support, CPR and AED Program
- Time management
- Team player
- Communication
- Problem solving
- Active listening
- Collaboration
- Little to no supervision
Personal Information
Title: Medical Assistant
Timeline
Employee Health Licensed Practical Nurse
Aurora St. Luke's South Shore
08.2023 - Current
Registered Medical Assistant
Aurora Walk- In and Urgent Care
05.2022 - 08.2023
Registered Medical Assistant
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center- Urology
08.2020 - 04.2022
Patient Service Representative
Aurora Walk- In and Urgent Care
03.2019 - 08.2020
Pharmacy Technician
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center- Inpatient
08.2017 - 03.2019
Certified Nursing Assistant
Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center- Neuro ICU
01.2015 - 08.2017
Diploma -
Custer High School At Milwaukee, WI
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts and General Studies -
Milwaukee Area Technical College At Milwaukee, WI
Diploma in Medical Assisting -
Herzing University At Brookfield, WI
Diploma in Licensed Practical Nursing -
Herzing University At Brookfield, WI
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