Lynette Todd
Braggs
Summary
LPN with 30 years of healthcare experience caring for patients with a patient-centered approach and building connections with physicians and nurses. Proven strong interpersonal skills and able to facilitate communication between patients and families and to optimize care and recovery, known as well for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care management, emergency response, and infection control. Excelling at communication, teamwork, empathy, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and collaborative healthcare environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Ascension St. John Health System
Tulsa
11.2024 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in a clinic setting, including administering medications, performing wound care, and assisting with procedures
- Educated patients on self-care techniques, medication instructions, and preventive measures to promote overall wellness
- Administered immunizations according to established protocols and maintained vaccine inventory levels
- Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care plans, resulting in improved patient outcomes and satisfaction
- Collaborated with insurance companies to verify coverage and obtain authorizations for necessary treatments and services
- Managed medication reconciliation and ensured patients' adherence to prescribed medications
- Assisted in the coordination of durable medical equipment and supplies for patients' home care needs
- Coumadin Clinic Nurse-perform INRs and adjust warfarin dosing per protocol-monitoring in clinic and remote patients Monthly and prn.
- Prior Authorizations
LPN II
Oklahoma Department Of Corrections
Taft
07.2022 - 10.2024
- Performing physical assessments and chart audits of newly detained individuals and those who have recently been transferred from another facility.
- Administering daily medications to ensure compliance.
- Applying bandages and surgical dressings.
- Providing first aid and emergency care
- Post obstetric care and post-surgical care
- Phlebotomy and preparation of lab specimens for transport
- EKGs, nebulizer treatments, vital signs
Patient Service Coordinator
Encompass Health
Muskogee
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Collaborated with healthcare providers, including physicians, nurses, and social workers, to develop and implement comprehensive care plans tailored to the specific needs of each patient
- Coordinated and scheduled medical appointments, diagnostic tests, and follow-up visits, optimizing the efficiency of healthcare services
- Provided education and support to clients and their families, empowering them to actively participate in the management of their healthcare needs
- Assessed and addressed social determinants of health, connecting clients with community resources, support groups, and social services as needed
- Managed crisis situations and emergencies, coordinating appropriate responses and interventions to ensure the safety and well-being of clients
MDS Coordinator
The Villages At Southern Hills Tulsa
Tulsa
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Coordinated completion of resident assessments in accordance with current federal and state regulations.
- Managed comprehensive, interdisciplinary assessments for patient admissions and annual reviews.
- Helped develop comprehensive resident assessment and care plans for the 120-bed facility.
- Verified quality of assessments in accurately reflecting physical, mental and psychosocial status of each resident.
- Reviewed and validated care plan reports and monitored follow-up actions to identify systemic deficiencies
- Created and implemented care plans after reviewing patients' imaging and test results, working closely with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Prior authorization for SNF stay, Home Health, DME for home use
MDS Coordinator
Franciscan Villa
Broken Arrow
09.2018 - 10.2020
- Coordinated completion of resident assessments in accordance with current federal and state regulations.
- Managed comprehensive, interdisciplinary assessments for patient admissions and annual reviews.
- Helped develop comprehensive resident assessment and care plans for the 104-bed facility.
- Verified quality of assessments in accurately reflecting physical, mental and psychosocial status of each resident.
- Reviewed and validated care plan reports and monitored follow-up actions to identify systemic deficiencies.
- Trained and supervised health care workers conducting resident assessments.
- Created and implemented care plans after reviewing patients' imaging and test results, working closely with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to develop and modify individualized care plans for patients in multiple units.
Education
Technical Certification -
Tulsa Technology Center-Lemley Campus
Tulsa, OKSkills
- Medical Scheduling
- HIPAA
- Medical Records
- Office Administration
- Medical Terminology
- Multi-line Phone Systems
- Computer Operation
- Triage
- Epic
- Athenahealth
- Insurance Verification
- Phone Etiquette
- Patient Care
- Medical Office Experience
- EMR Systems
- Order Entry
- Cerner
- ICD-10
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Patient assessment
- Care planning
- Healthcare collaboration
- Patient education
Certification
PN, 05/01/27, OK, True
Timeline
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Ascension St. John Health System
11.2024 - Current
LPN II
Oklahoma Department Of Corrections
07.2022 - 10.2024
Patient Service Coordinator
Encompass Health
07.2021 - 07.2022
MDS Coordinator
The Villages At Southern Hills Tulsa
10.2020 - 10.2021
MDS Coordinator
Franciscan Villa
09.2018 - 10.2020
Technical Certification -
Tulsa Technology Center-Lemley Campus