Nancy has volunteered with LVIM three days a week since April, giving her time, expertise, and passion in support of the APRNs and MDs in the clinic. Before volunteering with LVIM, Nancy served as an LPN at Life Care Center of Winter Haven for nearly six years. During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, she also spent day and night working to vaccinate the community. With 50 years of nursing experience, her heart for healthcare is giant!

Nancy loves her eight dogs, her many friends, bringing joy to others, music, and our community.

In her role as Office Nurse, Nancy’s primary responsibility will be to provide support to family practice providers by facilitating seamless communication and coordination among the healthcare team. She will assist providers in attending to their tasks, triaging patients, following up on orders, and facilitating the overall flow of the clinic. The Office Nurse will also provide patient care across all age groups, administer medications, educate patients and families, document relevant information in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR), and train volunteer triage nurses to ensure they are prepared to effectively support the clinic’s operations.

Nancy joined our team on August 22nd and will be in the clinic full-time,      Monday through Friday.

We are delighted to announce Tracy Carter as LVIM’s Volunteer of the Month for August! Tracy has been a dedicated volunteer since January 2024, serving as a Patient Escort, Patient Scheduler, and Receptionist. Her commitment is evident in the 300 volunteer hours she has contributed, valued at $9,924.27.

Tracy’s journey to Florida began in 1997 when she moved from Scotland in search of new opportunities. With a background as a Food Service Director and Chef Manager, she now runs her own successful catering business. Beyond her professional life, Tracy enjoys gardening, cooking, baking, and participating in a women’s 10-pin bowling league.

For Tracy, the best part of volunteering at LVIM is the joy she feels from helping others. She finds that making a positive impact on people’s lives brings happiness to her own. We are incredibly grateful for Tracy’s hard work and dedication, and we celebrate her as a true asset to our team!

Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine is hiring a new Medical Assistant to join their team. The position is vital for ensuring seamless patient care and supporting healthcare providers. The Medical Assistant (MA) will train and supervise clinical volunteers, helping them perform essential medical assistant and clinical assistant duties. When volunteers are unavailable, the MA will step in to maintain the high standard of care LVIM is known for. Responsibilities include handling both administrative and clinical tasks such as maintaining patient records, preparing examination rooms, assisting physicians during exams, and collecting vital signs and past medical history. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of clinical experience and hold certification as a Medical Assistant, though EMTs, Paramedics, and LPNs will also be considered.

Salary range is $38,000 – $45,000 and will be determined based on experience and qualifications. Paid time off and benefits are included.

Apply HERE!

 

Join us on August 13th for the LVIM Blood Drive and help make a life-saving difference in our community! Blood donations are crucial in providing critical care to patients in need, and your contribution can save up to three lives. The blood drive will be held at our LVIM location, and we encourage everyone to participate and support this vital cause. Donating blood is safe, simple, and takes up just a short part of your day. To sign up and secure your spot, please click HERE.

Your generosity and support can create a healthier, stronger community. Together, let’s give the gift of life!