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Misty Barnes

Sylacauga,AL

Summary

Dedicated nursing professional with proficiency in multiple computer programs. Superb recordkeeping, forms processing, insurance liaison and data entry abilities. Committed to assisting patients and making each feel welcome upon arrival. Exceptional skills in problem-solving and handling adversities while remaining professional. Skilled Licensed Practical Nurse offering 10 + years of patient care experience in various healthcare settings. Knowledgeable about assisting with non-invasive procedures and performing patient care. Strong documentation skills and a firm grasp of compliance requirements.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

LPN Office Nurse

Childersburg Primary Care
Childersburg, AL
11.2020 - 08.2022
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
  • Obtained patient vital signs.
  • Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab tests, and evaluations.
  • Cared for over 40 patients each day in outpatient setting with quality-driven support.
  • Supported physicians during examinations and simple outpatient procedures.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.

LPN

Sylacauga Health And Rehab
Sylacauga, AL
01.2020 - 11.2020
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, scheduled meds, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations for 20+ long term care residents.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.

LPN/Admissions Coordinator

Compassus Hospice
Birmingham, AL
07.2017 - 12.2019
  • Completed preliminary paperwork for over 10 incoming and outgoing patients per day.
  • Performed basic clerical duties, including document filing, bookkeeping and faxing
  • Confirmed all insurance benefits met standards of admissions as dictated by policy
  • Assisted in patient admission process based on federal and state laws
  • Compiled and reviewed all medical charts
  • Developed, updated and maintained database of existing and potential customers in Excel

Licensed Practical Nurse

Corizon Health Inc.
Brentwood, TN
03.2013 - 07.2017
  • Applied interpersonal communication skills to comfort and counsel patients and families throughout care process
  • Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges of over 20 patients per day.

LPN/Unit Secretary

Brookwood Baptist Health
Birmingham, AL
03.2004 - 12.2012
  • Organized paperwork such as charts and reports for office and patient needs
  • Maintained current and accurate medical records for over 40 patients
  • Maintained rapport with all unit staff, including physicians, nurse and other healthcare personnel
  • Facilitated lab orders and medication administration
  • Transcribed doctors' medication orders, lab test requests and care plans
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
  • Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations

Education

Associate of Science - Practical Nursing

Herzing University
Birmingham, AL
09.2008

Skills

  • Consultation and advisory
  • Process management
  • Cultural awareness
  • Rapport building
  • Medical admissions process knowledge
  • Computer literacy
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Pre- and post-surgical care
  • Data collection and management
  • Patient evaluation
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Patient-focused care
  • Seasoned in medical clinical procedures
  • Physician Support
  • Patient Flow

Certification

  • Licensed Practical Nurse in Alabama, License number 2-05979, 2008
  • CPR certified 2018-2020

Additional Information

Professional references available upon request.

Timeline

LPN Office Nurse

Childersburg Primary Care
11.2020 - 08.2022

LPN

Sylacauga Health And Rehab
01.2020 - 11.2020

LPN/Admissions Coordinator

Compassus Hospice
07.2017 - 12.2019

Licensed Practical Nurse

Corizon Health Inc.
03.2013 - 07.2017

LPN/Unit Secretary

Brookwood Baptist Health
03.2004 - 12.2012

Associate of Science - Practical Nursing

Herzing University

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