Virginia (Ginny) Felty
Clearwater,FL
Summary
. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 30 years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Diagnostic Clinic Medical Group
04.1997 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by providing accurate and timely medical assistance during clinic visits.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring their comfort throughout the clinic visit.
- Conducted initial patient assessments, obtaining vital signs and medical histories to inform healthcare providers'' decision-making processes.
- Participated actively in staff meetings contributing valuable insights towards improving clinic processes, patient care and staff collaboration.
- Assisted healthcare providers in conducting examinations and administering treatments for optimal patient outcomes.
- Facilitated patients in navigating the healthcare system by providing information about available resources and support services such as financial assistance programs, counseling services or support groups.
- Increased patient satisfaction through effective communication regarding their treatments, medications, and follow-up appointments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to create individualized treatment plans for patients with diverse needs.
- Optimized clinic workflow by triaging incoming phone calls related to appointment scheduling, prescription renewals, test results inquiries among others.
- Performed regular equipment checks, maintenance and inventory management to ensure availability of necessary supplies for optimal clinic functioning.
- Corroborated with other healthcare professionals in coordinating seamless transitions of care during patient transfers or referrals to specialty services within the facility.
- Safeguarded patient privacy by strictly adhering to HIPAA regulations in all aspects of documentation and communication.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional development by attending continuing education courses, seminars, and conferences to maintain current nursing knowledge and skills.
- Fostered a supportive environment for patients undergoing difficult procedures or receiving distressing diagnoses, offering emotional support as needed.
- Administered prescribed medications accurately and safely, monitoring patients for any adverse reactions or side effects.
- Streamlined the flow of clinical tasks by maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked nursing station.
- Improved the efficiency of clinic operations through diligent record-keeping and documentation of patient information.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
- Built meaningful relationships with patients and families for optimal care.
- Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
- Improved patient well-being by offering advice on preventive health measures.
- Administered medications and topic treatments to address patient symptoms.
- Partnered with support technicians, nursing staff and social workers to coordinate services.
- Helped charge nurse staff unit and achieve coverage goals.
- Verified work of subordinates against quality guidelines.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing Program
Humana Health Institute (Galen College of Nursing)
St Petersburg, FL05.1993
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA Compliance
- Compassionate communication
- Immunization Administration
- Geriatric Care
- Patient Care
- Clinical judgment
- Medical Terminology
- Preventive Care
- Treatment implementation
- Chronic Disease Management
- Responsible and Dependable
- Attention to Detail
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Wound Care
- Specimen Collection
- Infection Control
Certification
IV Certified
Basic Life Support (CPR and AED)
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Diagnostic Clinic Medical Group
04.1997 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse - Practical Nursing Program
Humana Health Institute (Galen College of Nursing)
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