Chelsea Lee
SCOTTSBURG,IN
Summary
Results-driven, proactive, and thrive in a problem-solving environment. Passionate about healthcare and continuously learning new knowledge and skills pertaining to this field. Focused on delivering high-quality patient care through evidence-based practice.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Care Unit
Baptist Health Floyd
01.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Nurse Assistant
Baptist Health Floyd
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Assist with feeding and monitor intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Check patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Help patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs to increase patient outcomes and establish rapport.
- Answer call lights and support patient comfort and safety.
Nurse Extern
Baptist Health Floyd
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Worked under guidance of registered nurse.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
- Specimen collection and handling appropriately to facilitate laboratory testing.
- Performed and documented head-to-toe assessments in Epic on critically ill patients.
- Prepared and administered medications in accordance with established protocols.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, and conflict resolution by establishing rapport with patients.
School Health Aide
New Albany Floyd County Schools
07.2020 - 06.2022
- Administered medications in accordance with doctor's instructions.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Communicated regularly with student's families to provide updates on health and well-being.
Certified Medical Assistant
BHMG-Physician Associates Of Floyds Knobs
10.2017 - 07.2020
- Obtained client medical history, including medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Practiced effective communication daily with intraoffice staff and patients.
- Educated patients by providing medication and diet information and clarifying physicians' orders, answering questions thoroughly.
Certified Medical Assistant
BHMG-Louisville OB/GYN
05.2014 - 10.2017
- Enhanced patient outcomes by providing knowledgeable education on procedures, medications and other physician instructions.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Communicated clearly and effectively with patients to verify information, determine purpose of visit and record medical history.
- Oriented and trained new staff on proper procedures and policies.
Combat Medic (68W)
Indiana Army National Guard
01.2005 - 01.2013
- Practiced triage skills to deliver optimal emergency care in combat environments.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Practiced careful handling, lifting and moving of patients from point of incident to stretcher, ambulance or helicopter.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Sellersburg, IN12.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Ivy Tech Community College
Sellersburg, IN05.2014
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- Hospital-acquired infection prevention
- Intradermal, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Phlebotomy
- Gastrostomy Tube Care
- Tracheostomy Care
- Foley Catheter Insertion and Removal
- Nasal and oral gastric tube placement
- Seizure Management
- Epic Systems
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Care Unit
Baptist Health Floyd
01.2024 - Current
Nurse Assistant
Baptist Health Floyd
08.2023 - 01.2024
Nurse Extern
Baptist Health Floyd
10.2022 - 08.2023
School Health Aide
New Albany Floyd County Schools
07.2020 - 06.2022
Certified Medical Assistant
BHMG-Physician Associates Of Floyds Knobs
10.2017 - 07.2020
Certified Medical Assistant
BHMG-Louisville OB/GYN
05.2014 - 10.2017
Combat Medic (68W)
Indiana Army National Guard
01.2005 - 01.2013
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Associate of Applied Science - Medical Assisting
Ivy Tech Community College
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