Teleshia Lyman
Sandersville,GA
Summary
Resourceful Coordinator possessing outstanding prioritization, multitasking and planning abilities to juggle responsibilities. Systematic and methodical professional offering 23 years of hands-on experience handling various administrative duties and tasks in office setting. Commended and recognized for meticulous file management abilities.
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Swing Bed Coordinator
Washington County Regional Medical Center
Sandersville, GA
10.2022 - Current
- Currently serving as a liaison between patients and families to assist in correlating a transition from an acute hospital setting to a rehab setting.
- Maintain necessary knowledge of policies and procedures mandated by state and federal guidelines for swing bed admission
- Correspond with insurance companies and provide updated information as requested to substantiate or continue a rehab stay at a post acute facility
- Accurately and appropriately obtain patient progress information as provided by other health care officials and enter the information into a federal collection data system to aid in financial reimbursement.
- Offer and arrange outpatient or home health rehab and other needed assistance to correlate a healthy and safe transition back to the home setting past a hospital stay.
Director of Nursing
Smith Medical Nursing Care Center
Sandersville, GA
02.2011 - 10.2022
- Developed and implemented nursing policies, procedures, and protocols to ensure patient safety.
- Provided clinical guidance and direction to nursing staff to ensure quality care was provided in a timely manner.
- Conducted performance evaluations for all nursing staff members and made recommendations for improvement when necessary.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding nurse-to-patient ratios and other safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare providers to coordinate patient care plans.
- Implemented strategies for improving patient satisfaction scores in the nursing department on an ongoing basis.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams to discuss patient care issues or concerns and develop solutions as needed.
- Monitored changes in laws and regulations related to healthcare delivery services to ensure compliance with all applicable standards.
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse
Oconee Regional Medical Center
Milledgeville, GA
07.2009 - 02.2011
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
- Utilized an electronic medical record system to store patient information securely.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs.
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse
Washington County Regional Medical Center
Sandersville, Georgia
09.2000 - 06.2009
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia College And State University
Milledgeville, GA12-2000
Certification
- Current CPR Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Swing Bed Coordinator
Washington County Regional Medical Center
10.2022 - Current
Director of Nursing
Smith Medical Nursing Care Center
02.2011 - 10.2022
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse
Oconee Regional Medical Center
07.2009 - 02.2011
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse
Washington County Regional Medical Center
09.2000 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Georgia College And State University
- Current CPR Certification
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