Ronda Shipton
Springfield,OH
Summary
Compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse with a strong foundation in clinical experience and critical thinking skills, dedicated to enhancing patient health outcomes through collaborative teamwork. Proven ability to assess patient needs, develop effective care plans, and implement evidence-based practices. Committed to providing high-quality care while fostering a supportive environment for patients and their families. Eager to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team focused on delivering exceptional patient-centered services.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN
Ohio Health
Columbus, Ohio
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Improved operational efficiency by collaborating with healthcare teams to optimize patient care delivery. Enhanced patient readiness and examination room organization, resulting in streamlined processes. Contributed to informed clinical decision-making by collecting vital signs and medical histories. Reduced patient wait times through effective management of appointment scheduling and referrals. Ensured timely access to services by processing prior authorization requests efficiently. Promoted patient recovery by supervising wound care procedures, including suture removal. Maintained patient safety standards with precise administration of immunizations and injections. Supported comprehensive treatment plans by coordinating medication delivery per physician prescriptions. Preserved patient record integrity through accurate documentation in Epic. Directed phlebotomy lab draws to meet diagnostic requirements, accelerating result turnaround.
- Educate patients on proper use of diabetic supplies.
LPN
Madison Health
London, Ohio
12.2020 - 03.2023
- Assist Physicians and Nurse Practitioners with patients. This includes preparing patients and examination rooms, Obtaining Vital signs and Medical History, Making follow up appointments, Referrals, Prior Authorizations, removing sutures, Clean wounds, providing shots and immunizations, dispense medication prescribed by the Physician, Record documentation in Epic. Can perform Phlebotomy lab draws as needed. IV Certified.
- Assisted registered nurses with medical-surgical and ICU coverage as needed. Supported ambulatory care by preparing patients for procedures. Aided in the recovery of colonoscopy and EGD patients during discharge.
Clinic LPN
Equitas Health
Columbus, Ohio
01.2020 - 10.2020
- Enhanced patient care by effectively preparing examination rooms and patients for medical evaluations. Achieved seamless appointment scheduling and referral management to optimize patient flow. Streamlined prior authorization processes to support timely treatment. Executed wound care and suture removal with precision. Administered immunizations and medications in accordance with physician directives. Maintained thorough documentation in Epic to ensure continuity of care. Conducted phlebotomy lab draws as necessary. IV certified.
Transitional Clinic LPN
Kettering Health Network
04.2018 - 01.2020
- Assist Physician with patients. This includes preparing patients and examination rooms, Obtaining Vital signs and Medical History. Making follow up appointments. Referrals, Prior Authorizations. Remove Sutures, Clean Wounds, provide shots and immunizations, dispense medication prescribed by the Physician, Record documentation in Epic. Can perform Phlebotomy lab draws as needed. IV Certified.
Clinic Nurse LPN
Kettering Health Network
03.2016 - 12.2017
- Assist Physician with Patients. This includes preparing patients and examination rooms, taking medical history for the chart, Vital signs, making x-ray appointments, referral, Prior authorization, Immunizations, Perform Phlebotomy lab draw as needed, remove sutures, clean wounds, give allergy shots, Record documentation in Epic, can authorize and dispense medications prescribed by the Physician.
LPN
Springfield Masonic Community
Springfield, OH
09.2015 - 03.2016
- Recorded patient medical histories, vital statistics, and test results in medical records. Provided compassionate treatment to all residents. Made ethical and independent decisions in accordance with medical protocols. Focused on patient-centered care while identifying opportunities for improvement. Administered medications, performed colostomy care, conducted glucose testing, and delivered injections, wound care treatments, and dressing changes. Applied knowledge of body mechanics and flow sheet charting. Managed foley catheter care effectively.
Nurse Tech
Ohio Valley Surgical Hospital
Springfield, OH
10.2011 - 07.2015
- Assist patients with performing ADL’s
- Personal care and hygiene
- Perform Vital Signs, I-Stats, Ekg's
- Remove I. V’s and Foley Catheters
- Stock supplies for pre-op and recovery room
Community Awareness Manager
Valued Relationships INC.
West Carrollton, OH
03.2009 - 10.2009
- Provided education to potential clients
- Attended health fairs and performed demonstrations of products
- Meet goals by promoting Medical Alert system
Lifeline Program Manager/Scheduling Representative
Community Mercy Hospital
Springfield, OH
01.1987 - 01.2009
- Monitored budgets
- Trained, supervised and assigned staff
- Satisfied clients and staff with problem solving abilities
- Successfully grew the Emergency Response System
- Registered patients
- Ensured proper information entered for billing
Education
Diploma - Registered Nursing
Upper Valley Career Center
Piqua, OH09-2025
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Clark State Community College
Springfield, OH12-2014
Associate - Business Management
Clark State Community College
Springfield, OH06-2009
Skills
- Epic charting, CPR, IV Certification Completed
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
Timeline
LPN
Ohio Health
02.2023 - 08.2024
LPN
Madison Health
12.2020 - 03.2023
Clinic LPN
Equitas Health
01.2020 - 10.2020
Transitional Clinic LPN
Kettering Health Network
04.2018 - 01.2020
Clinic Nurse LPN
Kettering Health Network
03.2016 - 12.2017
LPN
Springfield Masonic Community
09.2015 - 03.2016
Nurse Tech
Ohio Valley Surgical Hospital
10.2011 - 07.2015
Community Awareness Manager
Valued Relationships INC.
03.2009 - 10.2009
Lifeline Program Manager/Scheduling Representative
Community Mercy Hospital
01.1987 - 01.2009
Certificate - Practical Nursing
Clark State Community College
Associate - Business Management
Clark State Community College
Diploma - Registered Nursing
Upper Valley Career Center