Marissa Keiper
Scranton,PA
Summary
Proficient LPN with a strong background in task prioritization and medical documentation. Recognized for exceeding service goals through efficient patient care coordination and innovative solutions, driving enhanced operational efficiency in fast-paced clinical settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Vascular Nurse
Geisinger
Scranton, Pennsylvania
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve service goals and resolve issues.
- Organized and prioritized tasks to enhance efficiency in meeting objectives.
- Identified patient needs promptly, ensuring effective responses to questions or concerns.
- Delivered exceptional service to patients through face-to-face interactions and phone communications.
- Engaged in conversation using strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with all of my patients.
- Supported colleagues by fostering a collaborative work environment through guidance.
- Exceeded patient satisfaction by implementing creative solutions to challenges.
LPN Office Nurse
Prime Med
Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania
09.2021 - 09.2023
- Assisted in patient assessments and documented vital signs accurately.
- Coordinated patient care with healthcare team members effectively.
- Educated patients on health management and medication usage.
- Maintained accurate medical records using electronic health systems.
- Supported front office tasks including scheduling appointments and managing calls.
- Ensured compliance with safety and infection control protocols diligently.
- Facilitated communication between patients and healthcare providers consistently.
- Assisted physicians during office procedures by preparing exam rooms and sterilizing instruments.
- Recorded patient information in electronic medical records system accurately and efficiently.
- Answered telephones promptly and courteously while scheduling appointments for patients.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis by labeling correctly according to policies.
- Organized medical supplies and equipment to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
- Documented all treatments given in accordance with established guidelines.
- Performed basic laboratory tests, such as urinalysis or blood draws.
- Conducted physical assessments of patients, such as measuring vital signs, height, weight.
- Provided education and counseling on health-related topics to patients and their families.
- Utilized various computer software programs proficiently in order to document patient data.
- Reviewed lab results for accuracy prior to delivering them to the physician.
- Ensured that all forms were completed accurately before submitting them for processing.
- Provided emotional support to both patients and their families in times of need.
- Educated patients on proper wound care techniques following surgery or injury.
- Monitored any changes in the condition of the patient closely and reported it immediately.
- Completed electronic documentation, prior insurance authorizations and scheduling of appointments for patients prescribed for diagnostic and therapeutic services from specialists.
- Responded to routine patient inquiries, assessed patient needs, conferred with physician regarding care plan and assisted physician with sensitive components of examinations.
- Reviewed patient chart information before visit, ordered necessary laboratory tests, escorted patient to examination room, obtained vital signs and conducted interview to update records.
- Inoculated and vaccinated patients to immunize against communicable diseases.
Medical Assistant
Commonwealth Health
Plains, PA
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Assisted healthcare providers during patient examinations and procedures.
- Managed patient records and ensured accurate documentation in electronic systems.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated patient flow in fast-paced environments.
- Educated patients on treatment plans and provided post-visit instructions clearly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical equipment in examination rooms.
- Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, patient histories and preparing patients for examinations.
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations regarding safeguarding confidential patient information at all times.
- Measured vital signs and took medical histories to prepare patients for examination.
- Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
- Documented notes during patient visits.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patient flow while greeting visitors in a professional manner.
- Maintained accurate medical records through filing, charting, transcription and data entry into electronic health record system.
- Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Collected samples from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
- Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
- Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
- Contacted pharmacies to submit and refill patients' prescriptions.
- Filed insurance claims forms in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
- Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
- Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
- Assisted back office patient processes to reduce office wait times.
Education
Certifficate - Practical Nursing
Lackawanna County Career Technology Center
Scranton, PA12-2020
Skills
- Wound care management
- Patient education
- Patient assessment
- Electronic health records
- Problem solving
- Task prioritization
- Medical documentation
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Anatomy
- Vascular Access device care
- Documentation proficiency
- Clinical judgment
- Vascular assessment
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN Vascular Nurse
Geisinger
09.2023 - Current
LPN Office Nurse
Prime Med
09.2021 - 09.2023
Medical Assistant
Commonwealth Health
01.2021 - 09.2021
Certifficate - Practical Nursing
Lackawanna County Career Technology Center