Mary Lykes
Salt Lick,KY
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Office Nurse
St Joseph Primary Care
Mount Sterling, KY
10.1992 - 12.2024
- Reviewed lab results for accuracy prior to delivering them to the physician.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
- Managed medications for multiple patients simultaneously while adhering to safety protocols.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Answered telephones promptly and courteously while scheduling appointments for patients.
- Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis by labeling correctly according to policies.
- Participated in continuing education activities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices.
- Collected biological samples from patients and performed routine lab tests to support diagnosis.
- Provided emotional support to both patients and their families in times of need.
- Completed electronic documentation, prior insurance authorizations and scheduling of appointments for patients prescribed for diagnostic and therapeutic services from specialists.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Provided education and counseling on health-related topics to patients and their families.
- Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
- Utilized various computer software programs proficiently in order to document patient data.
- Reviewed patient chart information before visit, ordered necessary laboratory tests, escorted patient to examination room, obtained vital signs and conducted interview to update records.
- Assisted physicians with patient care, including administering injections and medication.
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Educated patients in regards to office policies, medical procedure steps, recovery measures and medication instructions.
- Organized medical supplies and equipment to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
- Documented all treatments given in accordance with established guidelines.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conducted physical assessments of patients, such as measuring vital signs, height, weight.
- Responded to routine patient inquiries, assessed patient needs, conferred with physician regarding care plan and assisted physician with sensitive components of examinations.
- Inoculated and vaccinated patients to immunize against communicable diseases.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Coordinated computerized functions for automated prescriptions, patient medical records and laboratory information and trained other office staff members in electronic operations.
- Recorded patient information in electronic medical records system accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted physicians during office procedures by preparing exam rooms and sterilizing instruments.
- Performed basic laboratory tests, such as urinalysis or blood draws.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Education
LPN - Nursing
Maysville Community College
Morehead, KY05-1992
Skills
- Motivational interviewing
- Clinical judgment
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Immunization administration
- Health promotion
- Effective Communication
- Multitasking
- Team work
Timeline
LPN Office Nurse
St Joseph Primary Care
10.1992 - 12.2024
LPN - Nursing
Maysville Community College