Maria Morris
Salem,AR
Summary
Proven in enhancing patient satisfaction and streamlining care at Dr. William J. Shipley's office, I excel in dental radiography and patient relations. Skilled in infection control and vital signs monitoring, I've significantly contributed to a safer, more efficient treatment environment. My professionalism and dedication to patient care stand out, making me a valuable asset to any healthcare team.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dental Assistant, Staff Nurse
Dr. William J. Shipley
04.2000 - Current
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Inventoried all supplies and ordered as needed.
- Performed Vital signs as needed and monitored patients as needed.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed dental x-rays as needed.
Floor LPN
Crown Point Health and Rehab
04.2003 - 05.2007
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Reduced medication errors by accurately administering medications and diligently verifying patient information.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
Staff LPN
Pioneer Nursing and Rehab
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Performed accurate assessments of post-operative patients by evaluating vital signs, pain levels, surgical site conditions, and other relevant factors.
- Provided emotional support and therapeutic communication to patients and their families during difficult times, promoting healing and resilience.
- Provided high-quality nursing care, reducing hospital readmissions and improving overall patient satisfaction.
- Served as a patient advocate, ensuring that individual rights were respected and their voices heard in the decision-making process.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
Floor LPN
Fulton County Nursing and Rehab
05.1995 - 01.1997
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Ozarka Technical College
Melbourne, AR05.1995
Skills
- Equipment Sterilization
- Treatment room setup
- Appointment Scheduling
- HIPAA Compliance Understanding
- Infection control proficiency
- Patient Relations
- Vital signs monitoring
- Medical Documentation
- Geriatric Nursing
- Catheter Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Diabetes management
- End of life care
- Professionalism
- CPR/AED
- Infection Control
- Patient Charting
- Electronic Charting
Certification
CPR certified
ACLS certified
Timeline
Floor LPN
Crown Point Health and Rehab
04.2003 - 05.2007
Dental Assistant, Staff Nurse
Dr. William J. Shipley
04.2000 - Current
Staff LPN
Pioneer Nursing and Rehab
01.1997 - 01.1999
Floor LPN
Fulton County Nursing and Rehab
05.1995 - 01.1997
LPN - Nursing
Ozarka Technical College
CPR certified
ACLS certified
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