Amy Melchor
Elk
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with a proven track record at Evergreen, enhancing patient outcomes through effective medication administration and compassionate care. Skilled in vital signs monitoring and clinical documentation, I excel in adapting care plans to meet diverse patient needs while fostering collaboration within interdisciplinary teams for optimal health delivery.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Evergreen
01.2020 - Current
- 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.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
Medication Assistant
Regency at Northpointe
05.2018 - 01.2020
- Maintained accurate medication records, ensuring proper documentation of administered doses and any observed side effects.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by collaborating effectively with colleagues and demonstrating a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care at all times.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by effectively communicating pertinent information regarding patients'' medications to incoming staff members.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings, contributing insights about patients'' medication histories and current therapeutic needs for comprehensive care planning discussions.
- Provided compassionate care for patients with complex medical needs, demonstrating empathy while managing multiple medications daily.
CNA
Avalon Care Center At Northpointe
07.2006 - 01.2020
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing Practice
Spokane Community College
Spokane, WA03-2014
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Wound care
- Compassionate care
- Clinical documentation
- Patient assessments
- Documentation accuracy
- Medication dispensing
- Diabetes management
- Infection control
- Family communication
- Catheter care
- Patient evaluations
- Emergency response
- Care planning
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Evergreen
01.2020 - Current
Medication Assistant
Regency at Northpointe
05.2018 - 01.2020
CNA
Avalon Care Center At Northpointe
07.2006 - 01.2020
Associate of Arts - Nursing Practice
Spokane Community College
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