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Tara Lawson

Tara Lawson

Moss Point,MS

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

LPN Office Nurse

Gi Alliance
Ocean Springs, Mississippi
06.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop treatment plans tailored to individual needs of each patient.
  • Answered telephones promptly and courteously while scheduling appointments for patients.
  • Participated in continuing education activities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices.

Helped with Prior Authorizations for patients also helped with in office procedures.

  • Provided education and counseling on health-related topics to patients and their families.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care, including administering injections and medication.
  • Utilized various computer software programs proficiently in order to document patient data.
  • Ensured that all forms were completed accurately before submitting them for processing.
  • Documented all treatments given in accordance with established guidelines.
  • Prepared specimens for laboratory analysis by labeling correctly according to policies.
  • Reviewed lab results for accuracy prior to delivering them to the physician.
  • Organized medical supplies and equipment to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
  • Conducted physical assessments of patients, such as measuring vital signs, height, weight.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Assisted physicians during office procedures by preparing exam rooms and sterilizing instruments.
  • Provided emotional support to both patients and their families in times of need.
  • Administered prescribed medications timely while monitoring side effects or reactions.
  • Monitored any changes in the condition of the patient closely and reported it immediately.
  • Managed medications for multiple patients simultaneously while adhering to safety protocols.
  • Recorded patient information in electronic medical records system accurately and efficiently.
  • Educated patients in regards to office policies, medical procedure steps, recovery measures and medication instructions.
  • Measured patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate, and blood pressure each day.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
  • Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
  • Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Documented patient medical histories, current symptoms and vitals.

LPN

Memorial Hospital system
Pascagoula, Mississippi
09.2017 - 06.2022
  • Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
  • Educated staff members regarding infection control protocols or best practices when caring for a particular type of illness or injury.
  • Developed individualized plans of care for each patient based on assessment data collected.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
  • Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
  • Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
  • Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
  • Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
  • Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
  • Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
  • Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist.
  • Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.

LPN

Digestive Health Center
Ocean Springs, Mississippi
09.1998 - 09.2017
  • Maintained accurate medical records of each patient's health condition.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions implemented based on patient responses or feedback from family members.
  • Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
  • Managed inventory levels of medical supplies within the unit ensuring adequate stock is always available.
  • Participated in educational programs to keep up-to-date on new developments in nursing practice.
  • Observed, charted, and reported developments in patient health conditions for nursing supervisor.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical history.
  • Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
  • Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.

Education

Associate of Science - LPN

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
George Country Mississippi
05-1997

Skills

  • Immunization Administration
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Health Promotion
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Incoming Call Reception
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Supply Management

Timeline

LPN Office Nurse

Gi Alliance
06.2023 - Current

LPN

Memorial Hospital system
09.2017 - 06.2022

LPN

Digestive Health Center
09.1998 - 09.2017

Associate of Science - LPN

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Tara Lawson