Molly Frese
Summary
Seasoned Licensed Practical Nurse with twenty years of experience in primary care. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Compassionate professional with great engagement skills. Have created strong relationships with patients and their families. Patients know they can depend on me and trust me to take care of their medical needs. Have maintained trustworthy relationships with providers creating a more positive patient experience.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Quincy Medical Group
10.2003 - Current
- Assisted healthcare providers in conducting examinations and administering treatments for optimal patient outcomes.
- Administered prescribed medications accurately and safely, monitoring patients for any adverse reactions or side effects.
- Streamlined the flow of clinical tasks by maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked nursing station.
- Facilitated patients in navigating the healthcare system by providing information about available resources and support services such as financial assistance programs, counseling services or support groups.
- Performed regular equipment checks, maintenance and inventory management to ensure availability of necessary supplies for optimal clinic functioning.
- Increased patient satisfaction through effective communication regarding their treatments, medications, and follow-up appointments.
- Improved the efficiency of clinic operations through diligent record-keeping and documentation of patient information.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring their comfort throughout the clinic visit.
- Optimized clinic workflow by triaging incoming phone calls related to appointment scheduling, prescription renewals, test results inquiries among others.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations in all aspects of documentation and communication.
- Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Coordinated patient appointments to other physicians.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines and answering patient questions via MyChart.
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
Blessing Hospital
01.2000 - 10.2003
- Facilitated patient transfers, positioning, and mobility using proper body mechanics to prevent injury and ensure comfort.
- Demonstrated adaptability in rapidly changing situations, responding promptly to unforeseen patient needs or requests from the nursing staff.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to patients in various stages of recovery.
- Maximized patient safety, employed interventions and interacted with patient to increase engagement and redirect behavior.
- Exhibited strong time management skills by prioritizing tasks effectively and completing them in a timely manner without compromising quality of care.
- Assisted in the orientation of new Patient Care Nursing Assistants, sharing best practices for efficient provision of quality patient care.
- Recognized patient and family reactions to hospitalization, illness, procedures and staff and initiated supportive measures.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Fast Food Manager
Dairy Queen
06.1998 - 01.2000
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and food preparation techniques to ensure consistent product quality.
- Improved customer satisfaction by implementing efficient service strategies and maintaining a clean, organized restaurant environment.
- Monitored cash handling procedures closely to prevent theft or discrepancies in revenue reporting accurately.
- Supervised food preparation stations to observe hygiene and taste quality of food served to customers.
- Quickly identified problem situations and skillfully resolved incidents to satisfaction of involved parties.
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Collaborated with management team members to develop initiatives aimed at increasing overall restaurant profitability.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Opened and closed the restaurant. This meant being trusted with a key to both entrances.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
John Wood Community College
Quincy, IL05.2003
High School Diploma -
Quincy Notre Dame
Quincy, IL05.2000
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Wound Care
- Compassionate Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Geriatric Care
- Immunization Administration
- Family Communication
- Patient relationship building
- CPR/AED
- Epic Systems
- ICD-10
- Assisting physician with c-arm/xray guided injections using a sterile field
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Quincy Medical Group
10.2003 - Current
Patient Care Nursing Assistant
Blessing Hospital
01.2000 - 10.2003
Fast Food Manager
Dairy Queen
06.1998 - 01.2000
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
John Wood Community College
High School Diploma -
Quincy Notre Dame