Mary Clements
Boligee,AL
Summary
Functional Office Nurse delivers health care and patient care management while providing high-quality customer service to patients and visitors. Skilled in obtaining and recording vital signs, injections, rooming patients and assisting providers with patient care. Serves as nursing resource for clinical staff to support scheduling and competency oversight of clinicians.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Office Nurse
West Alabama Internal Medicine
2013.07 - Current
- Conducted thorough assessments of vital signs, lab results, and physical status to identify potential concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
- Prepared patients for diagnostic testing procedures by explaining the process, providing reassurance, and answering any questions they may have.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients within the healthcare system.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
- Provided health education to patients on various topics such as medication management, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
- Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies within the office, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing waste through effective organization strategies.
- Completed paperwork and prior authorizations and scheduled appointments for patients.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
Unit Secretary
DCH Regional Medical Center
2012.03 - 2013.07
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Supported office staff and operational requirements with administrative tasks.
- Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
- Coordinated communication between medical staff and patients'' families, keeping everyone informed on treatment plans and progress updates.
- Managed incoming calls and directed to appropriate department.
- Contributed to positive patient experiences by greeting visitors, providing directions, and addressing inquiries professionally.
- Maintained a clean, organized work environment for optimal efficiency in the delivery of patient care services.
- Processed lab paperwork and requests according to physicians' orders.
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
Staff LPN
DCH Regional Medical Center
2008.01 - 2013.07
- Monitored patient vital signs, making timely adjustments to treatment plans for optimal outcomes.
- Managed wound care effectively by cleaning wounds, applying dressings, monitoring healing progress, and updating treatment plans accordingly.
- Provided emotional support and therapeutic communication to patients and their families during difficult times, promoting healing and resilience.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Shelton State Community College
Tuscaloosa, AL12.2007
Skills
- Nursing Documentation
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Ethical Practice
- Immunization Administration
- Medication Administration
- Appointment Scheduling
- Supply Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Responsible and Dependable
- Patient support
Timeline
LPN Office Nurse
West Alabama Internal Medicine
2013.07 - Current
Unit Secretary
DCH Regional Medical Center
2012.03 - 2013.07
Staff LPN
DCH Regional Medical Center
2008.01 - 2013.07
Associate of Science - Nursing
Shelton State Community College
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