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SAMANTHA LUCAS

Licensed Practical Nurse
Falcon,MO

Summary

Organized and dependable team player successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals to improve and provide quality care to the communities that this organization serves. All while providing a positive work environment for those around me.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Jordan Valley Community Health Center
11.2023 - Current
  • Optimized resource utilization through prudent management of medical supplies inventory and equipment maintenance schedules.
  • Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
  • Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
  • Maintained safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
  • Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.

Licensed Practical Nurse /Medical Scribe

Central Ozarks Medical Center
12.2016 - 11.2023

Medical Scribe, Pediatrics, Obstetrics, Gynecology, Family Practice, Geriatrics, MAT/SUB program, VFC, 340-B program, Chart Audits. Training and orientation of new hires.

Licensed Practical Nurse, Lab Tech, X-Ray Tech

Family Health Associates
10.2012 - 12.2016

Rural Health Clinic. Drawing and processing lab specimens. Taking and developing in-house x-rays.

Licensed Practical Nurse - Float

Mercy Internal Medicine - Fremont
03.2012 - 10.2012

Float Nurse for 5 internal medicine providers.

Administer Reclast infusions.

Education

Certificate of Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing

Lebanon Technology And Career Center
Lebanon, MO
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Lebanon High School
Lebanon, MO
05.2001 -

Skills

  • Time management abilities & Organizational Skills

  • Healthcare Software Proficiency

  • Staff & Nursing Staff Supervision

  • Care Planning & Infection Control

  • Documenting intake

  • Regulatory Requirements

  • Clinical judgment

  • Writing reports

  • Documentation accuracy

  • Case Management

  • Professionalism

  • Time management abilities & Organizational Skills

Certification

BLS Certified

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Jordan Valley Community Health Center
11.2023 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse /Medical Scribe

Central Ozarks Medical Center
12.2016 - 11.2023

Licensed Practical Nurse, Lab Tech, X-Ray Tech

Family Health Associates
10.2012 - 12.2016

Licensed Practical Nurse - Float

Mercy Internal Medicine - Fremont
03.2012 - 10.2012

Certificate of Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing

Lebanon Technology And Career Center
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Lebanon High School
05.2001 -

BLS Certified

SAMANTHA LUCASLicensed Practical Nurse