Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Paulette Braxton

Harvey

Summary

Accomplished LPN with extensive experience at Inclusivcare Healthcare Center, excelling in direct patient care and EMR proficiency. Demonstrated expertise in HIPAA compliance and effective communication, enhancing patient satisfaction by 20%. Skilled in diagnostic testing and team collaboration, consistently delivering compassionate care and maintaining high standards in clinical documentation.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinic LPN

Inclusivcare Healthcare Center
Marrero
06.2019 - Current
  • Delivered direct patient care and support in community health setting.
  • Maintained accurate patient records utilizing electronic health record systems (Athena).
  • Collected and packaged biological specimens for laboratory transport to facilitate diagnostic testing.
  • Responded to patient inquiries, assessing needs to provide appropriate assistance.
  • Communicated medical information with compassion while ensuring patient confidentiality.
  • Monitored vital signs including height, weight, temperature, pulse, and blood pressure.
  • Administered injections and immunizations following established clinic protocols.
  • Coordinated with doctors and pharmacy staff to develop care plans for patients.

Clinic LPN, Podiatry and Internal Medicine

Ochsner Health Center
Marrero
09.1999 - 06.2019
  • Provided direct patient care and support in a community health setting.
  • Assisted healthcare providers with patient assessments and medical procedures.
  • Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
  • Managed medication inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient care services in the electronic medical record system (EPIC)
  • Performed vital signs on patients, including height, weight, temperature, pulse and blood pressure.
  • Communicated effectively with patients, families and other healthcare professionals in a timely manner.
  • Administered injections and immunizations according to clinic protocols.
  • Ensured compliance with all state regulations related to nursing practice standards within the clinic setting.
  • Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
  • Answered patient calls, identified issues, and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
  • Answered patients' calls to determine how to assist
  • Started, maintained and discontinued intravenous fluids to address patient symptoms as ordered by the provider.

Education

LPN - Nursing Practice

Louisiana Technical College
Harvey
05-1997

Skills

Licensed practical nurse

  • HIPAA compliance
  • EKG administration
  • Patient triage
  • Wound care
  • Direct patient care
  • Immunization administration
  • Diagnostic testing
  • EMR and EHR proficiency
  • Multitasking skills
  • Clinical documentation
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Team collaboration

Affiliations

Volunteer with several local organizations including Louisiana Volunteers in Mission Belle Chasse and Krewe of Pyros Health and Wellness

Enjoy crafting, gardening and walking my dog in my spare time

Accomplishments

  • Employee of the Month

Certification

  • CPR certification
  • LPN license

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Clinic LPN

Inclusivcare Healthcare Center
06.2019 - Current

Clinic LPN, Podiatry and Internal Medicine

Ochsner Health Center
09.1999 - 06.2019

LPN - Nursing Practice

Louisiana Technical College

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