Lyn Turner
Grove City,OH
Summary
Dedicated LPN skilled in HIPAA compliance, compassionate patient care, and clinical documentation. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective care planning and health education.
Experienced LPN with a focus on patient relationship building and preventive care. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop care plans and educate patients, driving improved health literacy and outcomes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Care Manager
OhioHealthy Medical Plans
Columbus, OH
07.2022 - Current
- Assisted in the development of care plans, collaborating with nursing teammates to enhance patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health management and preventive care strategies, improving overall health literacy.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, identifying areas for process enhancements within nursing practices.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Completed approximately 15-20 daily outreach calls per day to members.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Primary Care Clinic LPN
OhioHealth
Hilliard, OH
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Safeguarded patient privacy by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations in all aspects of documentation and communication.
- Delivered compassionate care of up to 25 to patients daily, addressing their concerns and ensuring their comfort throughout the clinic visit.
- Improved the efficiency of clinic operations through diligent record-keeping and documentation of patient information.
- Educated patients and families on health management.
- Trained new staff on clinical procedures and best practices for patient care.
- Maintained accurate medical records using electronic health record systems.
- Assisted in coordinating patient flow to ensure timely appointments and reduce wait times.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development by attending continuing education courses, seminars, and conferences to maintain current nursing knowledge and skills.
- Optimized clinic workflow by triaging incoming phone calls related to appointment scheduling, prescription renewals, test results inquiries among others.
- Participated actively in staff meetings contributing valuable insights towards improving clinic processes, patient care and staff collaboration.
- Assisted healthcare providers in conducting examinations and administering treatments for optimal patient outcomes.
- Conducted initial patient assessments, obtaining vital signs and medical histories to inform healthcare providers'' decision-making processes.
LPN Float Nurse
OhioHealth Marion Area Physicians
Marion, OH
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to work area, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions for 30 minutes after administering injections.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Promoted a culture of safety among staff members by adhering to best practices in infection control and prevention measures.
BWC Case Coordinator
Advantage Health and Rehab Centers
Mt. Gilead, OH
03.2012 - 10.2018
- Developed and maintained comprehensive case documentation using electronic health record systems.
- Trained new staff on case management procedures and best practices for effective patient engagement.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency within the case coordination department.
- Acted as an advocate for clients when necessary, ensuring their needs were met and their voices heard throughout the case management process.
- Completed various administrative tasks such as making phone calls, answering emails and inputting data into systems.
- Collaborated closely with external agencies to ensure seamless service provision, minimizing gaps in care for clients.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client interactions, services provided, and case outcomes for accurate record keeping and compliance purposes.
- Efficiently managed up to 100 caseloads while prioritizing urgent cases to ensure prompt attention was given when needed most.
- Served as a knowledgeable resource for clients regarding available benefits, entitlements, and programs that could assist them in achieving their goals.
- Managed complex cases with sensitivity, navigating challenges with professionalism and empathy.
Education
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing
Tri-Rivers School of Practical Nursing
Marion, OH06-2007
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Cumberland College
Williamsburg, KY05-1992
High School Diploma -
River Valley High School
Marion, OH05.1988
Skills
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassionate care
- Clinical documentation
- Clinical judgment
- Documentation accuracy
- Health education
- EMR / EHR
- Patient relationship building
- Care planning
- Patient triaging
- Preventive care
Languages
French
Limited Working
Timeline
LPN Care Manager
OhioHealthy Medical Plans
07.2022 - Current
Primary Care Clinic LPN
OhioHealth
06.2019 - 06.2022
LPN Float Nurse
OhioHealth Marion Area Physicians
10.2018 - 05.2019
BWC Case Coordinator
Advantage Health and Rehab Centers
03.2012 - 10.2018
High School Diploma -
River Valley High School
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing
Tri-Rivers School of Practical Nursing
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Cumberland College