Paris Coffield
Houston,TX
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Support Specialist
Biolife Plasma Services
Houston, TX
10.2023 - Current
- Conducted data entry into electronic health records system accurately and efficiently.
- Ensured accuracy of medical coding for services rendered by providers.
- Greeted patients upon arrival, answered phone calls in a professional manner, and responded to emails promptly.
- Maintained the security of all confidential patient information according to HIPAA regulations.
- Reviewed laboratory results with patients while ensuring confidentiality.
- Assisting in the collections nd processing of plasma donations to ensure the safety of patients and compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Perform physicals to determine donor eligibility for plasma collection according to FDA standard operating procedures.
- Respond and manage donor reactions ina timely manner according to facility standard operating procedures.
- Perform regular quality control checks on equipment and supplies to maintain accuracy and reliability of plasma collection and processing.
Agency LPN
Trinity Medpro Staffing
Roanoke, VA
03.2022 - 07.2023
- Staff Nursing Facili
- Assisted with wound care, including dressing changes, irrigation and debridement of wounds.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians according to established policies and procedures.
- Performed laboratory tests such as urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring and other specimen collection tasks.
- Observed patients for any changes in condition and reported them promptly.
- Interacted professionally with patients' families regarding their loved ones' conditions and progress.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
- Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
Emergency Room LPN
Lewis Gale Medical Center
Salem, VA
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Administered medications orally, intravenously or intramuscularly depending on the prescription given by the doctor.
- Conducted daily rounds visiting assigned patients ensuring they are comfortable and have all necessary supplies available.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Performed triage to maximum team productivity and effectiveness.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Assist in the coordination and management of patient flow in the Emergency Department, ensuring that patients are seen in a timely manner and receive appropriate care.
- Assist in the development and implementation of training programs for new LPN hires in the Emergency Department
LPN Charge Nurse
Raleigh Court Health & Rehabilitation Center
Roanoke, VA
08.2019 - 10.2022
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow-up appointments for discharged patients.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations as needed.
- Supervised the activities of other nursing staff members and provided guidance when necessary.
- Monitored/Execute medication administration for accuracy, compliance, and effectiveness of treatment plan.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and monitored changes in their condition.
- Educated patients on wound and disease self-management techniques.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
- Counseled clients, patients and families and provided emotional and psychosocial support.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.
- Worked with social workers, physical therapists and speech therapists to assess patient needs, plan and adjust plans of care and actualize nursing interventions to promote and restore patient health.
- Educated clients, patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Developed discharge plans that included follow-up instructions for continued homecare management of wounds.
- Provided necessary wound care treatments, such as debridement, irrigation, packing and dressing changes.
- Reported abnormal findings to physician for further evaluation or intervention.
Travel LPN
Medical Solutions Supplier
Richmond, VA
02.2021 - 04.2021
- Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal laws related to medical practice while travelling.
- Administered medications, vaccinations, and other treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Perform patient care including assistance with activities of daily living
- Administer medications based on patient chart.
- Monitor for change in condition
- Document and implement physician orders
- Attend to needs/concerns of family members
- Direct Supervision to CNA's/Nursing assistant's
- Tracheostomy care and management
- Wound care
- Management of peripheral lines
- Performed venipuncture for blood draws and other laboratory tests as needed.
- Initiate and maintain IV's
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Lonestar College
Houston, TX06-2026
Vocational Nursing - Nursing
ECPI University
Roanoke, VA08-2019
Skills
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Self Motivation
- Clinical and Operational Judgement
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Wound Care
- Decision-Making
- Patient Assessments
- Analytical Skills
- Venipuncture Expertise
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Licensed Vocational Nurse
Timeline
Medical Support Specialist
Biolife Plasma Services
10.2023 - Current
Emergency Room LPN
Lewis Gale Medical Center
09.2022 - 01.2023
Agency LPN
Trinity Medpro Staffing
03.2022 - 07.2023
Travel LPN
Medical Solutions Supplier
02.2021 - 04.2021
LPN Charge Nurse
Raleigh Court Health & Rehabilitation Center
08.2019 - 10.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing Science
Lonestar College
Vocational Nursing - Nursing
ECPI University
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