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Makenna Birchard

Port Orange,Florida

Summary

Driven LPN with extensive experience in patient care coordination and gastroenterology, dialysis, medical-surgical floors, orthopedics, memory care and skilled nursing units. Skilled in immunization administration, clinical judgment, and fostering seamless care transitions. Proven ability to work effectively in fast-paced environments, showcasing strong teamwork and direct patient care skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical LPN

FHCP (Primary Care)
07.2023 - Current
  • Acted as a liaison between patients, primary care providers, and specialists to ensure seamless care transitions during the patient's journey through the healthcare system.
  • Immunization administration
  • Vital signs
  • Performing EKGs
  • Coordinated patient education efforts
  • Resupplied offices and examination rooms, labeled drawers and ordered new stock.
  • Assisted during in office testing and procedures.

LPN

FHCP (Gastroenterology)
11.2023 - 07.2024
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Triaged patients
  • Coordinated biologic infusions for patient's
  • Rooming patient's
  • Pre-op nurse for endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures
  • Served as a knowledgeable resource on current trends in gastroenterology nursing practice for both peers and interdisciplinary team members.
  • Familiar with patient's chart for Dr. Bratu, Dr. Zulfiqar, Holly Smith ARNP, Khawla Amawi ARNP

LPN

The Blake
08.2023 - 11.2023
  • Medication administration
  • Assessed potential new residents for suitability within the memory care community, working closely with family members throughout the process.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Student Nurse

Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital
11.2022 - 06.2023
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and wellbeing.
  • Performed skilled nursing procedures such as IV insertion, catheterization, blood draw, tracheostomy care, administration of enemas, ostomy site care, efficiently while maintaining strict infection control measures.
  • Orthopedic wound care
  • Monitored patients during dialysis infusions
  • Worked on Medical surgical, orthopedic, operating room and dialysis floors

Student Nurse

The Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation
07.2022 - 11.2022
  • Delivered skilled nursing care during complex medical procedures, ensuring optimal comfort levels for patients throughout their treatment journey.
  • Provided skilled nursing care, including medication administration, wound management, and vital signs monitoring.
  • Provided skilled nursing care in the management of complex wounds, including surgical incisions and pressure ulcers, promoting optimal healing outcomes.

Bar Tender

Lake View Inn
04.2022 - 08.2022
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork and communication with colleagues.

DOT Scale Master

L&D Stoneworks
07.2021 - 06.2022
  • Answered customer calls professionally and routed to appropriate person.
  • Operated weigh scales and issued tickets when necessary.
  • Complied with safety regulations to avoid potential injuries and support company goals.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

SCCTC
Dimock, PA

Associate of Science - ADN

Excelsior College
Albany, NY
07.2025

Skills

  • Immunization Administration
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Clinical judgment
  • Wound Care
  • Gastroenterology care experience
  • Catheter care, tracheostomy care, ostomy care
  • Direct Patient Care and Coordination Efforts
  • Wound drain care and monitoring
  • Patient Triage
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medical Documentation
  • EHR experience with EPIC, Allscripts, Athena and Point Click Care

Certification

  • IV certified
  • BLS certified
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Florida Board of Nursing.

Timeline

LPN

FHCP (Gastroenterology)
11.2023 - 07.2024

LPN

The Blake
08.2023 - 11.2023

Clinical LPN

FHCP (Primary Care)
07.2023 - Current

Student Nurse

Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital
11.2022 - 06.2023

Student Nurse

The Gardens Nursing and Rehabilitation
07.2022 - 11.2022

Bar Tender

Lake View Inn
04.2022 - 08.2022

DOT Scale Master

L&D Stoneworks
07.2021 - 06.2022

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

SCCTC

Associate of Science - ADN

Excelsior College

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