Tenyia LeGros, LPN
Bryant,AR
Summary
A dedicated and diligent healthcare professional who has many years of hands-on experience in providing skillful quality care along with a history of customer service and management abilities. A highly motivated and organized employee who desires to take on new challenges. A committed job seeker who offers a history of working in fast-paced and diverse settings. Responsible nursing health care professional with a strong work ethic and adaptability who thrives in mastering new skills quickly and is eager to contribute to a team. An outgoing staff member who keeps a proactive attitude and is willing to provide flexible shift options, always seeking opportunities to enhance abilities, secure growth, and continue learning.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN
Wellpath
Malvern, AR
09.2021 - Current
- Administered medications as prescribed by providers,.
- Obtained vital signs, SNELLEN, EKGs, and labs per order.
- Triaged and addressed health service requests appropriately.
- Addressed nursing sick calls or other situations per protocol.
- Responded quickly to emergencies.
- Provided care and accessed patient information while upholding HIPPA standards and regulations.
- Safeguarded and advocated for patients in the correctional setting.
- Performed daily rounds in restrictive housing.
- Worked with patients in a correctional setting as a qualified mental healthcare professional.
- Assisted with and completed patient intakes.
- Adhered to infection control protocols.
- Documented/uploaded documents in an electronic chart.
- Used SBAR communication to provide appropriate level of care.
- Utilized telehealth providers to assist with care.
- Coordinated referrals to specialty services as needed for further evaluation and treatment options.
- Prioritized and organized tasks efficiently.
- Recognized by management as supportive staff member of the year.
LPN/ADON/MDS Coordinator/Wound Care Nurse
Happy Valley
Malvern, AR
06.2015 - 03.2022
- Administered medications and provided treatments accurately as prescribed by a provider.
- Obtained vitals and assisted with activities of daily living.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Maintained infection control logs and epidemiology reports.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Monthly and periodic medication room/medication cart/MAR/TAR reviews/audits.
- Followed care plans and worked with an interdisciplinary team to build careplans.
- Assured that careplans were appropriate and up to date.
- Trained new nurses/employees.
- Documented/Reviewed incident reports.
- Facilitated meetings with nursing staff to review changes in policies, procedures, or standards of care.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care issues and quality control.
- Completed/managed new patient intakes.
- Performed/managed skin assessments and proper wound care documentation.
- Maintained current knowledge of trends in healthcare by attending conferences, seminars, webinars.
- Conducted quality assurance audits to evaluate adherence to standards of care.
- Obtained subjective/objective data and reviewed charting to complete MDS and careplans.
- Checked client eligibility, determined if codes were appropriate for services that require prior authorization, completed forms, submitted prior authorization requests, checked status of an authorization request.
- Communicated with insurance companies.
- Sent, received, and requested medical records.
Call Center Representative
SYKES
Malvern, AR
08.2013 - 08.2014
- Maintained accurate records of customer interactions for future reference.
- Followed standard processes and procedures for proper escalation of unresolved issues to appropriate internal teams.
- Maintained high levels of professionalism while interacting with customers, fellow staff, or supervisors via phone or email.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Offered additional products or services to enhance customer experience.
- Adhered strictly to all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to customer privacy rights.
- Answered incoming calls from customers and provided assistance with product inquiries, billing questions, and other customer service related issues.
- Updated customer accounts, addresses and contact information within call management databases.
- Maintained strong call control and quickly worked through scripts to address problems.
CNA
At Home Care
Little Rock, AR
05.2008 - 12.2012
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times as per HIPAA regulations.
- Instructed family members regarding proper home care techniques and infection control procedures.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety in the client's home.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living and daily household routines in the comfort of the client's home.
- Supplied transportation and assistance with appointments and tasks outside the home.
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises and assisted with daily physical therapy routines.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
CNA
Stoneybrook
Benton, AR
10.2007 - 05.2008
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to deliver quality patient care.
- Monitored food intake and output, as directed by nursing staff.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Documented patient care services and ADLs by charting in designated areas.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living.
- Obtained vital signs.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect, and reported them per policy.
Education
License of Practical Nursing - Nursing
COTO
Malvern, AR12-2014
High School Diploma -
Glen Rose Highshcool
Glen Rose, AR05-2006
Skills
- CNA
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- ADON
- MDS/Care plan Coordinator
- HIPAA Compliance
- Infection Control
- Wound Care
- Medication Administration
- Documentation/Reporting
- Correctional Nursing Care
- Geriatric Care
- Long-Term Care
- Skilled Nursing Care
- Home Health Care
- Mental Health Support
- Staff Supervision
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Writing reports
- Clinical Leadership
- Interdisciplinary/Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
Certification
License:
- L056463 LPN Multistate As of: Apr 08, 2015 Expires: Aug 31, 2024 Active
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
LPN
Wellpath
09.2021 - Current
LPN/ADON/MDS Coordinator/Wound Care Nurse
Happy Valley
06.2015 - 03.2022
Call Center Representative
SYKES
08.2013 - 08.2014
CNA
At Home Care
05.2008 - 12.2012
CNA
Stoneybrook
10.2007 - 05.2008
License of Practical Nursing - Nursing
COTO
High School Diploma -
Glen Rose Highshcool
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