Susan Tipton
Clinton
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with a solid background in patient care and medical support at Critical Nurse Staffing, LLC, Anderson County Schools, and East Tennessee Children's Hospital. Effectively provided diverse patient care and needs to ensure high-quality compassionate care and patient satisfaction. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills while collaborating with healthcare teams. Detail oriented, dependable, and strong documentation skills with 12 years experience as Licensed Practical Nurse, and 19 years in the medical field.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Critical Nurse Staffing, LLC (CNS Cares)
06.2022 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, medication dosing and administration, and provided and ensured patient safety.
- Nursing duties and functions performed adhering to Tennessee Nurse Practice Act under direction of nursing supervisior
Licensed Practical Nurse/School Nurse
Anderson County Schools
10.2016 - 05.2022
- Performed school nurse tasks and responsibilities under Registered Nurse
- Followed State of Tennessee guidelines and LPN scope of practice as school nurse
- Medication dosing and administration, diabetic care, and acute illness/injury care in school clinic
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
Licensed Practical Nurse
East Tennessee Children's Hospital
08.2012 - 10.2016
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Performed responsible nursing skills and tasks as a Licensed Practical Nurse under RN supervision while following procedures, policies, and guidelines from State of Tennessee, East Tennessee Children's Hospital, and LPN scope of practice
- Assists medical providers in a medical office setting
- Performed nursing duties and charting with use of EMR
- Provided service excellence and compassionate nursing care for patients and families
Receptionist
East Tennessee Children's Hospital
04.2005 - 08.2012
- Performed responsible clerical office skills in a medical office setting
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Microsoft and Excel proficient
- EMR use
- Provided service excellence
Cashier
The Home Depot Store
05.2004 - 04.2005
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Provided caring and excellent customer care.
- Maintained a clean and safe workplace environment.
Accounting Assistant
Brogdon and Cook, C.P.A.'s
01.2002 - 04.2005
- Processed payments and documents
- Clerical office skills
- Supported accountants with data entry and office management
- Position was seasonal each year from January through April
Education
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
TCAT
Jacksboro, TN08-2012
High School Diploma -
Oak Ridge High School
Oak Ridge05-2001
Skills
- Medication dosing and administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassionate care
- Clinical documentation
- Direct patient care
- Documentation accuracy
- Immunization administration
- EMR / EHR
- Pediatric care
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Adaptable and flexible
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Tennessee Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- CPR/AED Certification
REFERENCES
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Critical Nurse Staffing, LLC (CNS Cares)
06.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse/School Nurse
Anderson County Schools
10.2016 - 05.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse
East Tennessee Children's Hospital
08.2012 - 10.2016
Receptionist
East Tennessee Children's Hospital
04.2005 - 08.2012
Cashier
The Home Depot Store
05.2004 - 04.2005
Accounting Assistant
Brogdon and Cook, C.P.A.'s
01.2002 - 04.2005
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Tennessee Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- CPR/AED Certification
Associate of Science - Practical Nursing
TCAT
High School Diploma -
Oak Ridge High School
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