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Meredith Best

Lucama,NC

Summary

Compassionate LPN with experience at Carolina Cancer Research Center, excelling in patient rapport and clinical judgment. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective medication administration and vital signs monitoring. Skilled in HIPAA compliance and clinical research coordination, fostering trust and communication in sensitive healthcare environments.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN Office Nurse

Carolina Cancer Research Center/ Regional Medical Oncology Center
10.2022 - Current
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and their families, fostering trust and open communication during sensitive medical situations.
  • Improved patient experience by providing compassionate and attentive nursing services in a busy office setting.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized office environment by performing housekeeping tasks such as disposing of biohazardous waste, sanitizing exam rooms, and restocking supplies as needed.
  • Supported new employees during orientation periods by serving as a knowledgeable resource on office policies, procedures, documentation requirements.
  • Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients within the healthcare system.
  • Managed inventory of medical supplies within the office, ensuring adequate stock levels while minimizing waste through effective organization strategies.

•. EKG, collect process and ship lab samples, make CRF entries and corrections, manage queries.

LPN Field Nurse

Wellcare Home Health
08.2018 - 10.2022
  • Administered medications safely and effectively, preventing adverse reactions or complications.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments and treatments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Educated patients and families on healthcare management strategies, promoting self-care and wellbeing.
  • Dispensed and administered patients' medications following care plans and physician's orders.

LPN Field Nurse

Wilson Medical Center
10.2003 - 07.2018
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.

Education

Wilson Community College
Wilson, NC
08.2004

Skills

  • Clinical judgment
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Immunization administration
  • Phlebotomy techniques
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Clinical Research Coordinator

Timeline

LPN Office Nurse

Carolina Cancer Research Center/ Regional Medical Oncology Center
10.2022 - Current

LPN Field Nurse

Wellcare Home Health
08.2018 - 10.2022

LPN Field Nurse

Wilson Medical Center
10.2003 - 07.2018

Wilson Community College
Meredith Best