Paula Adams
Dandridge,TN
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with experience in delivering patient-focused care and maintaining a safe and efficient healthcare environment. Skilled in monitoring patient conditions, administering medications, and collaborating with healthcare teams to promote patient well-being. Demonstrated ability to improve processes in fast-paced settings, leading to enhanced patient satisfaction and workflow efficiency.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Rural Medical Svc
Dandridge, Tennessee
10.2009 - 09.2024
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs, health history and medication reconciliation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Ordered and administered necessary vaccines based on age, eligibility and CDC recommendations.
- Processed and collected blood and urine specimens in accordance to outpatient laboratory requirements.
- Performed and documented in office laboratory and diagnostic tests.
- Corresponded with patients in person and by phone regarding lab results, medications and triage.
- Operated and maintained clinical equipment.
- Inventoried, ordered and restocked clinical supplies and medications.
- Scheduled and obtained insurance pre-certifications for outpatient diagnostics and imaging.
- Obtained prior authorization as necessary for patient medications.
- Scheduled specialist referrals.
- Assisted patients in applying for free or low cost medication programs.
- Completed yearly re-enrollment for VFC vaccine program, as required by the state of TN, and maintained weekly/monthly compliance logs.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Takoma Regional Hospital
Greenville , TN
06.2006 - 10.2009
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Morristown, TN05-2006
Skills
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Compassionate Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Physical Assessment
- Emergency Response
- Health Education
- Vital signs monitoring
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Regulatory Requirements
- HIPAA Compliance
- Patient Assessments
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Rural Medical Svc
10.2009 - 09.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Takoma Regional Hospital
06.2006 - 10.2009
Licensed Practical Nurse - Nursing
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
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