Nicole Kuhn
Hagerstown
Summary
CMA with experience in a family practice with multiple physicians. Known for helping patients and performing quality patient care while getting things done correctly.
Healthcare professional with solid background in patient care and medical support. Proven ability to assist in various medical procedures and maintain accurate patient records. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments, consistently delivering reliable and compassionate care.
Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Experienced with patient care, including administering medications and monitoring vital signs. Utilizes strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive patient relationships and efficient team collaboration. Track record of providing compassionate and attentive care, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Springs of Richmond
02.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge planning and follow-up care coordination.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Friends Fellowship Community
08.2023 - 02.2024
- 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.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
Nurse Navigator
Reid Health
04.2021 - 08.2023
- Coordinated appropriate and efficient delivery of healthcare services to promote optimal outcomes by assessing and matching unmet needs with referrals and support services.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure seamless communication and continuity of care.
- Scheduled appointments, educational meetings, and follow-ups for patients and family members.
- Built partnerships with local agencies and groups to assist with patient care, support or educational needs.
- Facilitated timely access to care by coordinating appointments, tests, and procedures for patients across various healthcare systems.
- Provided information about health system navigation, patient rights, and health information privacy.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Reid Health
11.2019 - 04.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
Certified Medical Assistant
Reid Health
04.2018 - 11.2019
- Conducted preliminary patient evaluations measuring weight, temperature and blood pressure.
- Reduced wait times for patients by maintaining an organized schedule and swiftly preparing examination rooms.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures, and care plan instructions.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, facilitating timely treatment plans and decision making.
- Performed diagnostic tests accurately, contributing to swift diagnosis and appropriate treatment options.
Certified Medical Assistant
Henry Community Health
09.2017 - 04.2018
- Assisted physicians with various procedures, ensuring comfort and accuracy for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere at the practice by greeting patients warmly upon arrival, checking them in efficiently, and answering any questions they had about their visit or overall healthcare needs.
Certified Medical Assistant
Reid Health
06.2016 - 09.2017
- Sanitized, restocked, and organized exam rooms and medical equipment.
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.
- Called and faxed pharmacies to submit prescriptions and refills.
- Provided compassionate care for patients, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive experience.
- Enhanced clinic efficiency by thoroughly documenting patient information and updating electronic health records.
Office Assistant
Reid Health
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Check-in/check-out patients, super bills, take co-pays, take payments for bad debt or any balance due, scan medical records, edit/add information to medical records, filing, input patient’s insurance, schedule patient’s appointments
Education
Academic Honors Diploma -
Lincoln High School
Cambridge City, IN06.2011
Associate of Applied Science - undefined
Ivy Tech Community College
Richmond, IN05.2016
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Anderson05-2018
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Richmond12-2025
Skills
- Taking Patient Vitals and Monitoring
- Blood Draws and Injections
- Patient triaging
- Geriatric care
- Clinical documentation
- Patient Education
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Clinical judgment
- Immunization administration
Accomplishments
- Office Assistant
- Earned a “GEM”–Going the Extra Mile in customer satisfaction.
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse - 11/2019 to Present
- Certified Medical Assistant - 06/2016 to 06/2021
- Home Health Aide - 11/2012 to 11/2014
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Springs of Richmond
02.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Friends Fellowship Community
08.2023 - 02.2024
Nurse Navigator
Reid Health
04.2021 - 08.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Reid Health
11.2019 - 04.2021
Certified Medical Assistant
Reid Health
04.2018 - 11.2019
Certified Medical Assistant
Henry Community Health
09.2017 - 04.2018
Certified Medical Assistant
Reid Health
06.2016 - 09.2017
Office Assistant
Reid Health
08.2015 - 06.2016
Associate of Applied Science - undefined
Ivy Tech Community College
Academic Honors Diploma -
Lincoln High School
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Associate of Science - Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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