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Heather Simmons

New Bedford

Summary

Cares for patients with exceptional clinical, interpersonal and time management abilities. Diligent about helping people of all backgrounds with diverse healthcare needs, especially mental health and substance abuse disorders. Detail oriented, responsive and proficient in patient care and communicating with healthcare team.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

SSTAR
Fall River
04.2025 - Current
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Administered medications and injections as prescribed by a physician.
  • Assessed, monitored and recorded vital signs of inpatients.
  • Responded quickly to any changes in a patient's condition or behavior.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient health information and medication administration.
  • Conducted regular rounds throughout assigned units assessing patient needs on a daily basis.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.

Licensed Practical Nurse

BayMark Health Services
New Bedford
10.2011 - Current
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, guidelines, and standards relating to dispensing medications.
  • Documented all activities related to the dispensing process accurately in a timely manner.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Communicated effectively with healthcare providers about changes in the status of patients' conditions.
  • Cosigned medication waste and deliveries, reconciling inventory to eliminate discrepancies.
  • Evaluated patient's response to medications and reported any adverse reactions.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse -

Bristol Plymouth Vocational Tech
Taunton MA
06-2011

Some College (No Degree) -

University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth
North Dartmouth, MA

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Team collaboration
  • Critical thinking
  • Mental health support

Affiliations

  • I have lead a local fundraising team that has collectively donated over $125,000 for Spinal Muscular Atrophy research and support.
  • I completed the Santa Barbara Marathon in California as well as a Tough Mudder endurance obstacle course in Vermont.

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

SSTAR
04.2025 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

BayMark Health Services
10.2011 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse -

Bristol Plymouth Vocational Tech

Some College (No Degree) -

University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth

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