Meagan Jones
Kenner,LA
Summary
Self-motivated professional with strong problem solving and organizational abilities seeking a position within the company to utilize skills and experience to further my career and personal growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse, Dermatology
Ochsner Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
- Recognized and reported observations, patient behaviors and other indicators outside normal parameters or directions given by LPN.
- Collaborated with members of multidisciplinary team and offered suggestions while demonstrating sensitivity to aspects of care delivery.
- Used initiative in carrying out recurring tasks within scope of practice and established standards of care.
- Responded and followed up to needs of patient population to foster comfortable and safe environment.
- Demonstrated skills and abilities within scope of LPN practice and in accordance with competencies and procedures.
- Participated in clinical training, seminars and other educational offerings to develop knowledge and skill levels.
- Helped patients complete activities of daily living which includes, bathing, dressing and eating.
- Experienced with blood draws for laboratory testing.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Assessed patients' vital signs which includes temperature, pulse, blood pressure, pain assessment, wound dressing and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests. • Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals and dressed wounds. • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Monitored infection control procedures to verify facility-wide health and safety.
- Kept EHR updated with patients' vital statistics, tracking metrics and observations about behaviors or responses.
- Collected biological samples for routine laboratory testing to assist diagnostic processes.
- Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs
Medical Assistant/Registration Receptionist
Ochsner Medical Center
11.2008 - 05.2022
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Managed master calendar and scheduled appointments for providers based on optimal patient loads and clinician availability.
- Enhanced office productivity by handling high volume of callers per day.
- Maintained current and accurate medical records for patients.
- Offered ample support to team members with creative solutions to complex challenges regarding scheduling, conflict resolution and medical care.
- Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel.
- Provide patients with education in wound care post office procedure.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse
Delgado Community College
New Orleans, LA02-2022
No Degree - Certified Medical Assistant
Eastern College of Health Vocations
New Orleans01-2007
High School Diploma -
Bonnabel High School
Metairie, LA01-2004
Skills
Typing 70 wpm
Medical office administration
EMR/EHR Payment collection
Appointment Scheduling
Teamwork and Collaboration
CPR Certification Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
Samples Collection
Examination and Test Preparation
Specimen Collection
Epic Systems Team Building
Patient Charting
Wound Dressing
Medication Administration
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse, Dermatology
Ochsner Medical Center
05.2022 - Current
Medical Assistant/Registration Receptionist
Ochsner Medical Center
11.2008 - 05.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse
Delgado Community College
No Degree - Certified Medical Assistant
Eastern College of Health Vocations
High School Diploma -
Bonnabel High School
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