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Teresa Brown

LPN
Shelbyville,KY

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

Work History

LPN

Accurate Healthcare
Louisville, KY
09.2021 - Current
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
  • Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients
  • Collaborated with supervisor to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions

LPN

Clearview Healthcare
Shelbyville, KY
03.2018 - Current
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

LPN

Crown Staffing Services
Louisville, KY
07.2017 - 01.2018
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.

LPN

Christian Health Care
Louisville, KY
07.2017 - 01.2018
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

Sales and Finance

Andersons Sales And Services
Crestwood, KY
03.2016 - 07.2017
  • Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
  • Created documents to display financial reports and data.
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
  • Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution and client satisfaction.
  • Increased revenue by assisting with operations management, sales and marketing efforts.
  • Maintained agile, responsive organization with sustained revenue growth by monitoring industry forecasts, honing budgets and adjusting marketing strategies.
  • Organized promotional events and interacted with community to increase sales volume.

LPN

Seneca Place
Louisville, KY
12.2015 - 03.2016
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs and preferences.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
  • Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.

LPN, SRNA, Receptionist

Wurtland Nursing And Rehabilitation
Wurtland, KY
02.2011 - 11.2015
  • Managed appointment calendar for scans, lab tests, and evaluations.
  • Answered large volume of incoming calls daily to resolve customer issues and schedule appointments.
  • Scheduled and confirmed appointments and meetings for senior management team.
  • Corresponded with clients through email, telephone or postal mail.
  • Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
  • Supported various administrative duties by proofreading, transcribing and invoicing.
  • Directed incoming calls to internal personnel and departments, routing to best-qualified department.
  • Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
  • Coordinated travel accommodations, agenda, and transportation for staff and out-of-town visitors.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Liaised with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to properly process orders.
  • Checked-in visitors, distributed visitor badges and managed logbooks to comply with security initiatives.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations.
  • Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
  • Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
  • Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
  • Triaged incoming calls on multi-line phone system and directed to departments based on customer needs.
  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
  • Performed functional assessments for admission and discharge.
  • Answered high-volume, multi-line telephone, directing callers to appropriate company personnel.
  • Oversaw inventory materials monitoring, requisitions and supply re-stocking.
  • Received and routed business correspondence to correct departments and staff members.
  • Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Drafted professional memos, letters and marketing copy to support business objectives and growth.
  • Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers and discharges.
  • Aggregated and prepared documentation and reports for office meetings, distribution and filing.
  • Sorted, received and distributed mail correspondence between departments and personnel.

Ophthalmic Assistant

Norfolk Eye Physicians & Surgeons
Norfolk, VA
09.2008 - 01.2011
  • Obtained optical pressures, checked visual acuities and administered slit lamp exams to identify issues.
  • Maintained inventory of medical supplies and tools to address needs of patients.
  • Documented patient medical history and information utilizing [Software] with commitment to accuracy.
  • Presented preliminary medical evaluation of clinical patients, delivering comprehensive reports to physicians.
  • Administered ophthalmic drops and ointments, focusing on patient comfort.
  • Operated and maintained ophthalmic equipment in alignment with safety procedures.
  • Obtained and recorded patient medical history and past ocular history.
  • Noted present complaints, medications and vital statistics like blood pressure and pulse rate.
  • Administered eye medications for dilation and treatment.
  • Checked patient vision, field, fundus and other aspects for ophthalmologist.
  • Operated ophthalmic equipment for patient eye examinations and prepared patients for examinations and surgeries.
  • Explained pre- and post-operative procedures to patients and carefully reviewed surgical plans.
  • Measured intraocular pressure using Goldman and Tonopen tonometry process.
  • Measured and recorded visual acuity and color vision testing.
  • Used Lensometer to measure and record lens power of existing prescriptive spectacles.
  • Instructed patient in care of use of various types of contact lenses, demonstrating insertion, removal and cleaning.

Equipment Operator

United States Navy, USN
Williamsburg, VA
12.1990 - 06.1994
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
  • Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
  • Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
  • Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
  • Maximized equipment and personnel protection by identifying and avoiding hazards such as utility lines.
  • Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
  • Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on project requirements and keep teams on tight schedules.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.

Education

Liberal Arts And General Studies

SDSU
San Diego, CA

Liberal Arts And General Studies

Mesa Community College
San Diego, CA

Associate of Science - LPN

Collins Career Center
Chesapeake, OH
06.2015

Skills

  • Nursing Staff Supervision
  • Intravenous Medications
  • Call Answering and Assistance
  • Information Compiling and Auditing
  • Needs Assessment
  • Wound Dressing
  • Conditions Reporting
  • Care Planning and Modifications
  • Patient Positioning and Transporting
  • Recording Vital Signs
  • Medical History Documenting
  • Patient Admission
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Gastrostomy Tube Care
  • IV Insertion
  • Intramuscular Injections
  • Catheter Monitoring
  • Administering Immunizations
  • Pressure Wound Treatment
  • Assessing Residents
  • Gastric Feeding Tubes
  • Patient Charting and Reporting

Timeline

LPN

Accurate Healthcare
09.2021 - Current

LPN

Clearview Healthcare
03.2018 - Current

LPN

Crown Staffing Services
07.2017 - 01.2018

LPN

Christian Health Care
07.2017 - 01.2018

Sales and Finance

Andersons Sales And Services
03.2016 - 07.2017

LPN

Seneca Place
12.2015 - 03.2016

LPN, SRNA, Receptionist

Wurtland Nursing And Rehabilitation
02.2011 - 11.2015

Ophthalmic Assistant

Norfolk Eye Physicians & Surgeons
09.2008 - 01.2011

Equipment Operator

United States Navy, USN
12.1990 - 06.1994

Liberal Arts And General Studies

SDSU

Liberal Arts And General Studies

Mesa Community College

Associate of Science - LPN

Collins Career Center

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