Michelle McCoy
Mobile,Alabama
Summary
I am a skilled LPN with strong a foundation in patient care and medical support. I have over 20 years of experience working in the following areas geriatrics, pediatrics, developmentally disabled children/adults, ambulatory care, and gastroenterology. Proficient in managing daily patient routines and providing compassionate care to improve patient well-being. I'm currently seeking employment within your organization for a full time LPN position.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Diagnostic and Medical Clinic
10.2023 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, self administration of injectable medications, and prep instructions for GI procedures
- Scheduled GI procedures
LPN - Clinic Nurse
Memorial Health System / Vigilant Health
11.2019 - 10.2023
- Assisted the Nurse Practitioner in the Diabetes Care Clinic
- Educated patients on how to properly apply and use their Continuous Glucose Monitors
- Obtained vital signs
- Performed point of care tests, i.e urinalysis, Hgba1c, accuchecks, etc
- Administered oral and injectable medications
- Phlebotomy
- Obtained and documented health history information in the EMR
- Performed administrative duties, such as schedule appointments, submit referrals, obtain consents, update medical records
- Administered annual TB skin test and vaccinations
- Ordered clinic supplies and medications
- Responsible for ordering, and tracking all u vaccines administered during Flu season
- Triaged patients
- Obtained vital signs, administered medications as ordered, and assisted providers as needed
- Documented clinical and health information in the electronic medical record
LPN - Lead Nurse
The Family Doctors
04.2012 - 11.2019
- Responsibilities included completing medical assessments and growth grids on pregnant women, newborns, and, children up to the age of ve
- Performing ngersticks to obtain hemoglobin levels
- Provided nutrition and breast feeding education, training, and support to pregnant and post partum women
- Obtained vital signs and a complete medical history on all patients, assisted physician in procedures, maintained inventory of medical and nutritional supplies
LPN
02.2007 - 04.2012
LPN - Nurse Manager
ResCare
03.2004 - 02.2007
- Nurse manager for 7 group homes in the Greater New Orleans area
- Performed daily blood glucose checks, sterile catheterizations, tube feedings, administer insulin injections and implement the nursing plan of care
- Responsible for ordering clients medications from the pharmacy, transcribing new orders to MAR, and discontinuing medications as ordered by physician
- Monitored clients medication administration records to assure medications were administered correctly by staff
- Trained new staff in medication administration and proper documentation procedures
- Conducted quarterly staff meetings
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patients' medical conditions and care
- Administered medication and treatments as prescribed by physicians
- Monitored vital signs and reported any changes to physicians
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with residents and their families
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation
- Supervised nursing assistants
LPN - Skilled Unit
JoEllen Smith Convalescent Center
11.2001 - 03.2004
- Administered immunizations, obtained lab specimens, performed hearing test, and eye exams
Education
Practical Nursing -
Louisiana Technical College
Kenner, La11.2001
Skills
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- CPR Certification
- Hands-On Lab Experience
- Experience with EMR Implementation
- Clinical Office Experience
- Cerner EMR
- Epic EMR
- Raintree EMR
Certification
- LPN - Compact State PN license
- CPR - BLS
Timeline
LPN
Diagnostic and Medical Clinic
10.2023 - Current
LPN - Clinic Nurse
Memorial Health System / Vigilant Health
11.2019 - 10.2023
LPN - Lead Nurse
The Family Doctors
04.2012 - 11.2019
LPN
02.2007 - 04.2012
LPN - Nurse Manager
ResCare
03.2004 - 02.2007
LPN - Skilled Unit
JoEllen Smith Convalescent Center
11.2001 - 03.2004
Practical Nursing -
Louisiana Technical College
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