Shanna Fallis
Hot Springs,Arkansas
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors and specialized support services. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
CHI Health at Home
Hot Springs, AR
09.2024 - Current
- Provided direct physical and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Assessed patient needs through interviews and physical examinations while adhering to safety standards.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
LPN
West Shores Assisted Living
Hot Springs, AR
02.2024 - Current
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviors, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Performed wound care including changing dressings, cleaning wounds, applying ointments and medications and providing other necessary treatments.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
LPN Office Nurse
EngageMed medical clinic
Hot Springs, AR
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Provided education and counseling on health-related topics to patients and their families.
- Ensured that all forms were completed accurately before submitting them for processing.
- Responded to routine patient inquiries, assessed patient needs, conferred with physician regarding care plan and assisted physician with sensitive components of examinations.
- Completed electronic documentation, prior insurance authorizations and scheduling of appointments for patients prescribed for diagnostic and therapeutic services from specialists.
- Prepared and administered vaccines, medications, controlled substances and narcotics as prescribed and sterilized and stored instruments, equipment and supplies.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
LPN II
Arkansas Heart Hospital
Little Rock, AR
10.2020 - 11.2022
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
- Scheduled all cardiac procedures (SCA/stent placement, peripheral angiograms/stents, MitraClips, TAVR) and testing (TMST, stress echo, echo, bubble study, ECG, MRI/CT)
- Communicated effectively with patients and loved ones to explain diagnoses, treatment options and procedures.
- Answered patients' calls
LPN
First Step Inc
Hot Springs, AR
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Monitoring children with autism
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behaviour, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
LPN Office Nurse
CHI St. Vincent
Hot Springs, AR
05.2015 - 10.2019
- Provided education and counseling on health-related topics to patients and their families.
- Ensured that all forms were completed accurately before submitting them for processing.
- Responded to routine patient inquiries, assessed patient needs, conferred with physician regarding care plan and assisted physician with sensitive components of examinations.
- Completed electronic documentation, prior insurance authorizations and scheduling of appointments for patients prescribed for diagnostic and therapeutic services from specialists.
- Prepared and administered vaccines, medications, controlled substances and narcotics as prescribed and sterilized and stored instruments, equipment and supplies.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
LPN
Trinity Home Health
Hot Springs, AR
05.2017 - 01.2018
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Observed patients for any changes in their condition or behavior, reported findings to the supervisor or physician in charge.
- Instructed patients and their families about disease prevention, proper nutrition, medication management and other health related topics.
LPN Office Nurse
Little Rock Family Practice
Little Rock, AR
05.2012 - 08.2015
- Provided education and counseling on health-related topics to patients and their families.
- Ensured that all forms were completed accurately before submitting them for processing.
- Responded to routine patient inquiries, assessed patient needs, conferred with physician regarding care plan and assisted physician with sensitive components of examinations.
- Completed electronic documentation, prior insurance authorizations and scheduling of appointments for patients prescribed for diagnostic and therapeutic services from specialists.
- Prepared and administered vaccines, medications, controlled substances and narcotics as prescribed and sterilized and stored instruments, equipment and supplies.
- Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
LPN
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
Hot Springs, AR
04.2011 - 04.2012
- Accessed fistula grafts and ports for dialysis
- Cleaned machines and prepared for the next patient
LPN Floor Nurse
St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
Hot Springs, AR
06.2010 - 01.2011
- Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
- Ensured that all medications were administered accurately and on time as prescribed by the physician.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
Education
LPN Certificate - Practical Nursing
National Park College
Hot Springs, AR06-2010
Skills
- Nursing Ethics
- Medical Documentation
- Cardiac Care
- Diabetes management
- Disease Prevention
- Clinical Documentation
- Wound Care
- Compassionate Care
- Family Communication
- Physical Assessment
- Vital signs
- Medication Administration
- Documenting incidents
- Home Health Care
- Preventive Care
- Patient triaging
- Immunization Administration
- Counting narcotics
- Medication Dispensing
- Medical Records Management
- Breathing Treatments
- Geriatric Care
- Caring for wounds
- Empathetic and compassionate
- HIPAA Compliance
- Chronic Disease Management
Accomplishments
Member of Phi Theta Kappa
Graduated with 3.150 GPA
Certification
- AR license L051558
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN
CHI Health at Home
09.2024 - Current
LPN
West Shores Assisted Living
02.2024 - Current
LPN Office Nurse
EngageMed medical clinic
11.2022 - 01.2024
LPN II
Arkansas Heart Hospital
10.2020 - 11.2022
LPN
First Step Inc
01.2020 - 08.2020
LPN
Trinity Home Health
05.2017 - 01.2018
LPN Office Nurse
CHI St. Vincent
05.2015 - 10.2019
LPN Office Nurse
Little Rock Family Practice
05.2012 - 08.2015
LPN
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
04.2011 - 04.2012
LPN Floor Nurse
St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
06.2010 - 01.2011
LPN Certificate - Practical Nursing
National Park College