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Overview
Work History
Education
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Software
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Leslie Blackmon

Leslie Blackmon

Waldorf

Summary

Considerate expert with passion for providing excellent patient care. Skilled in collaborating with healthcare teams to identify and implement patient-centered strategies to improve care quality and outcomes. Dedicated to promoting patient education and advocating for evidence-based practice.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Nurse Supervisor

GW Medical Faculty Associates
10.2022 - 02.2024
  • Managed daily operations of the clinic, including patient registration, rooming procedures, equipment maintenance, and staff scheduling.
  • Managed inventory control systems to ensure adequate supplies were always available for efficient daily operations in the clinic setting.
  • Provided ongoing training to medical assistants, ensuring adherence to best practices and maintaining a high level of clinical competency.
  • Assisted in the recruitment process of qualified candidates by conducting interviews, evaluating skillsets, and making hiring recommendations based on clinic needs.
  • Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
  • Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.

Licensed Practical Nurse/Transition of Care

GW Medical Faculty Associates
02.2020 - 10.2022
  • Performed telephone assessments of patients post hospital discharge for specific needs and concerns.
  • Assisted with admissions, appointments, and transfers.
  • 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.
  • Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by providing follow-up care coordination.

Licensed Practical Nurse/Botox Coordinator

GW Medical Faculty Associates
06.2013 - 08.2019
  • 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.
  • Educated patients and caregivers on medically relevant symptoms, medical diagnoses, treatment options, and chronic disease self-management.
  • Participated in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development.
  • Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
  • Assisted physician with preparation of Botox injections.
  • Coordinated patient care through orders given by MS and Movement Disorders physicians.
  • Processed prescription refill requests.
  • Corresponded with pharmacy benefit managers (PBM) to obtain prior authorization of medications including specialty drugs and Botox.
  • Provided patient call-backs for lab/imaging results under physician supervision.


Registered Medical Assistant

GW Medical Faculty Associates
04.2006 - 06.2013
  • Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality while handling sensitive patient information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Completed thorough chart reviews to ensure proper documentation of all pertinent medical information.
  • Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
  • Documented vital signs and health history for patients in clinic and hospital environments.
  • Prepared examination rooms with necessary tools and instruments prior to each appointment, enabling smooth transitions between patients.

Registrar/Receptionist

Progressive Christian Academy
08.2005 - 04.2006
  • Organized, reviewed, and filed paperwork for secure recordkeeping.
  • Greeted every guest with personable approach and provided knowledgeable service.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Ensured accurate student records by diligently maintaining and updating information in the database.
  • Updated computer system with latest information to keep records current and accurate.
  • Verified paperwork accuracy and checked for completion prior to processing.

Registered Medical Assistant

Dr. Anthony M. Bruno
08.2004 - 08.2005
  • Prepared examination rooms with necessary tools and instruments prior to each appointment, enabling smooth transitions between patients.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
  • Assisted physicians with various medical procedures, ensuring accurate results and timely treatment.
  • Supported diagnostic processes with proficient collection of specimen samples for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Performed essential administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, updating records, and coordinating referrals.
  • Strengthened patient-provider relationships through compassionate communication and attentive listening skills.
  • Managed inventory of medical supplies and equipment to maintain optimal clinic operations.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.
  • Completed EKGs and other tests based on patient presentation in office.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.

Executive Assistant

PA Consulting Group, Inc.
01.1997 - 01.2003
  • Provided administrative support to consultants and attorneys
  • Transcribed meeting minutes to business development and senior management teams.
  • Handled payroll processing tasks accurately while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines for timely payments.
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Managed calendars, scheduled meetings and appointments and coordinated travel arrangements to optimize time.
  • Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
  • Streamlined executive communication by managing emails, phone calls, and scheduling appointments.
  • Screened calls and emails and responded accordingly to support executive correspondence.
  • Prepared and edited presentations on behalf of executives for both internal meetings and external conferences.

Regional Administrative Assistant

Wells Fargo Bank
01.1996 - 01.1997
  • Prepared monthly pipeline reports and maintained contact database.
  • Supported regional managers in their day-to-day operations, leading to smoother communication and coordination between offices.
  • Reviewed loan applications and served as a liaison between departments, facilitating clear communication channels to improve collaboration on projects.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.

Education

Certificate of Completion, LPN -

University of District of Columbia, Washington, DC
01.2012

Skills

  • Clinical Leadership
  • Compassionate Care
  • Clinical assessment
  • Quality Improvement
  • Electronic Charting
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Software

Cerner

Allscripts

Epic

Microsoft Office

Timeline

Clinical Nurse Supervisor - GW Medical Faculty Associates
10.2022 - 02.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse/Transition of Care - GW Medical Faculty Associates
02.2020 - 10.2022
Licensed Practical Nurse/Botox Coordinator - GW Medical Faculty Associates
06.2013 - 08.2019
Registered Medical Assistant - GW Medical Faculty Associates
04.2006 - 06.2013
Registrar/Receptionist - Progressive Christian Academy
08.2005 - 04.2006
Registered Medical Assistant - Dr. Anthony M. Bruno
08.2004 - 08.2005
Executive Assistant - PA Consulting Group, Inc.
01.1997 - 01.2003
Regional Administrative Assistant - Wells Fargo Bank
01.1996 - 01.1997
University of District of Columbia - Certificate of Completion, LPN,
Leslie Blackmon