Tracy Fulk
South Webster,OH
Summary
Dependable and caring Licensed Practical Nurse with a proven track record at Professional Case Management, Dr. Inoshita's office, and Dr. Arrick/Dr. Kammler's office, enhancing patient outcomes through expert medication administration and vital signs monitoring. Adept at fostering patient education and healthcare team collaboration, I bring a blend of clinical documentation proficiency and compassionate care. My dedication to HIPAA compliance and patient advocacy has consistently improved care delivery and patient satisfaction.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Professional Case Management
2021.09 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
Licensed Practical Nurse
KDMC
2015.10 - 2022.07
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Streamlined nursing processes by implementing evidence-based practices that improved clinical workflow efficiency.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Dr. Arrick And Dr. Kammler
2005.10 - 2014.05
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
Education
LPN - Practical Nursing
Collins Career Center
Chesapeake, OH07.2012
High School Diploma -
South Webster High School
South Webster, OH05.1996
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Physical Assessment
- Clinical Documentation
- Vital signs
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation accuracy
- Patient Charting
- Responsible and Dependable
- CPR/AED
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Professional Case Management
2021.09 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
KDMC
2015.10 - 2022.07
Licensed Practical Nurse
Dr. Arrick And Dr. Kammler
2005.10 - 2014.05
LPN - Practical Nursing
Collins Career Center
High School Diploma -
South Webster High School
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