Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Urgent Care Nurse
Velocity Urgent Care
Williamsburg, VA
10.2023 - Current
Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
Administered injections, medications and treatments as directed by the physician.
Conducted EKGs, spirometry testing, audiograms and other diagnostic tests as requested by the physician.
Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Medical Assistant / Lead LPN
JenCare Senior Medical Clinic
Colonial Heights, VA
10.2018 - 10.2024
Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including but not limited to EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing, IV insertion and removal
Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions..
Acted as liaison between physician and patient, answering questions and delivering test results.
Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times, route, medication given in patient charts.
Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
Medical Assistant
Daily Planet Health Care
Richmond, MI
02.2018 - 10.2018
Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including but not limited to EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose testing and pulmonary function tests.
Obtained and recorded patient vital signs; escorted patients to examination rooms and documented medical histories.
Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate effective treatment.
Cleaned, restocked and prepared exam rooms and medical equipment.
Medical Assistant
Premise Health / Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Norfolk, VA
01.2017 - 02.2018
Checked patients in, collected and verified insurance information, compiled new patient forms, scheduled appointments and updated patient files.
Prepared patients for examinations, taking vital signs and updating medical histories.
Contributed to efficient office operations by triaging patients by severity of medical complaint.
Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
Assisted physicians by preparing patients for procedures, including but not limited to EKGs, phlebotomy, and glucose testing
Medical Assistant
Visalia OB/Gyn
Visalia, CA
05.2015 - 09.2017
Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
Prepared treatment rooms for patients, including cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
Sterilized medical instruments as needed.
Assisted with diagnostic testing by collecting and packaging biological specimens for internal and laboratory analyses.
Scheduled surgeries by making arrangements with surgical center and verifying times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Licensed Practical Nurse
Chester Career College
Chester, VA
03.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Personal Trainer/ Health & Fitness
Pinnacle Career Institute
Kansas City, MO
09.2012
Diploma - Medical Assistant
Lakeland Medical & Dental Academy
Minneapolis, MN
09.1996
Skills
Venipuncture and phlebotomy
Understands medical procedures
HIPAA compliance
Wound Care and Irrigation
Quick problem solver
Detail-oriented
Specimens collection and processing
Communicating with patient families
Professional bedside manner
Conflict resolution abilities
Certification
Certificate in Nursing
CPR certified through American Heart Association
Current Medical Assistant certification
Certified Trainer for oncoming staff
Timeline
LPN Urgent Care Nurse
Velocity Urgent Care
10.2023 - Current
Medical Assistant / Lead LPN
JenCare Senior Medical Clinic
10.2018 - 10.2024
Medical Assistant
Daily Planet Health Care
02.2018 - 10.2018
Medical Assistant
Premise Health / Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
01.2017 - 02.2018
Medical Assistant
Visalia OB/Gyn
05.2015 - 09.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Licensed Practical Nurse
Chester Career College
Associate of Applied Science - Personal Trainer/ Health & Fitness
Pinnacle Career Institute
Diploma - Medical Assistant
Lakeland Medical & Dental Academy
Certificate in Nursing
CPR certified through American Heart Association
Current Medical Assistant certification
Certified Trainer for oncoming staff
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