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Shannon Suggs
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Dynamic nursing professional with extensive experience in allergy, asthma and immunology, excelling in clinical leadership and patient education. Proven track record in enhancing patient satisfaction through meticulous care and effective problem resolution. Skilled in nursing documentation and fostering teamwork, ensuring optimal health outcomes in allergy management.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead LVN/Biologics Coordinator
Advanced Allergy and Asthma Associates
05.2022 - Current
- Supervised patient care activities and ensured adherence to clinical protocols.
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff in best practices and patient management techniques.
- Conducted thorough assessments to develop tailored care plans for patients with allergies and asthma.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to optimize treatment options and improve patient outcomes.
- Managed inventory levels of biologic medications, reducing shortages and improving availability.
- Assisted in troubleshooting complex issues within the biologics process, contributing to swift resolutions and minimal downtime.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, improving understanding of treatment processes.
- Streamlined patient flow in a busy clinic setting, ensuring timely access to care for all patients.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Evaluated and processed prior authorization requests for medical services and procedures.
- Educated patients on coverage options, appeals processes, and necessary documentation for approvals.
- Administered allergy tests and interpreted results to assist in developing patient care plans.
- Increased patient satisfaction with timely and accurate administration of allergy immunotherapy injections.
- Ordered and restocked medical and office supplies.
- Educated patients on proper use of medications such as inhalers, epinephrine auto-injectors, and antihistamines for optimal symptom control.
- Contributed to a safer clinical environment by monitoring patients for adverse reactions during immunotherapy treatments.
LVN / Shot Room Manager
Mid-Cities Asthma and Allergy Center
07.2001 - 05.2022
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and infection control measures within clinical settings.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices for patient care and medical procedures.
- Administered allergy testing and immunotherapy treatments to patients, ensuring safety and comfort.
- Educated patients on allergy management strategies and medication adherence for optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of allergy medications, protocols, and diagnostic tests.
- Recognized changes in patient condition and intervened appropriately.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on advances in allergy nursing practice and enhance overall quality of care provided to patients.
- Mentored new nurses on clinic protocols and specialized procedures related to allergy nursing practice.
- Increased patient satisfaction with timely and accurate administration of allergy immunotherapy injections.
- Ordered and restocked medical and office supplies.
- Educated patients on proper use of medications such as inhalers, epinephrine auto-injectors, and antihistamines for optimal symptom control.
- Contributed to a safer clinical environment by monitoring patients for adverse reactions during immunotherapy treatments.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
LVN - Nursing
Indian Hills Community College
Centerville, IowaSkills
- Nursing documentation
- Clinical leadership
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Effective problem resolution
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Responsible and dependable
- Trustworthy execution
- Critical thinking
- Certified in CPR
- Workplace professionalism
- Team leadership
Interests
Timeline
Lead LVN/Biologics Coordinator
Advanced Allergy and Asthma Associates
05.2022 - Current
LVN / Shot Room Manager
Mid-Cities Asthma and Allergy Center
07.2001 - 05.2022
LVN - Nursing
Indian Hills Community College