Highly motivated licensed practical nurse with over 15 years of hands on experience in a variety of hospital and clinic settings to include medical/surgical, family medicine and integrated health. Possess a strong leadership trait and able to perform in a demanding and changing environment. Able to handle a high volume of patients in a fast- paced environment with minimum supervision.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2
2
Certificates
Work History
LPN Charge Nurse
Bronx Care /Family Medicine /Integrated Health Clinic
Bronx, NY
04.2017 - 12.2020
Managed team of medical support personnel. Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
Administered medications to patients according to established policy and procedure, including controlled substances.
Trained and supervised junior nursing staff, including aides, assistants and students.
Contacted insurance carriers to obtain prior authorization for patients medications.
Coordinated resolution for issues and appealed denied authorization.
Scheduled peer to peer reviews for physicians to discuss medical necessity with insurance providers.
Provided education to patients on detox, withdrawal, addiction, recovery, coping skills and community resources.
Collected and transported urine drug screen for about 25 patient per day as per hospital protocol.
LPN Charge Nurse
Bronx Care/ Family Medicine Clinic
Bronx, NY
03.2013 - 04.2017
Administered medications to adults and pediatric patient as per hospital protocol.
Led patient care team and served as the nurse in charge.
Performs nursing procedures and treatments as directed by physician in the treatment and management of patient care
Recorded patient vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure.
Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Assisted with the preparation of equipments and assisted the physician/clinical provider during treatment, examination and testing of patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bronx Care health system/ Medical Surg
Bronx, NY
01.2005 - 03.2013
Administered medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects to quickly intervene in serious issues.
Cared for patients wounds and promoted recovery by dressing, cleaning, and redressing areas.
Administered oxygen and managed patients' breathing issues with treatments and assistive devices.
Improved patient care and outcomes through close collaboration with healthcare team.
Supported post-surgical patient needs, encouraging ambulation, monitoring catheters, and handling difficult personal hygiene tasks.
Supported patients feeding needs through assistive feeding and effective management of gastric tubes.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Suny Delhi
Delhi, NY
Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse 2004
Skills
Medication Administration
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Timeline
LPN Charge Nurse
Bronx Care /Family Medicine /Integrated Health Clinic
04.2017 - 12.2020
LPN Charge Nurse
Bronx Care/ Family Medicine Clinic
03.2013 - 04.2017
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bronx Care health system/ Medical Surg
01.2005 - 03.2013
Licensed Practical Nurse -
Suny Delhi
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