JUANA MELENDEZ RIVERA
Spanaway,WA
Summary
Compassionate LPN with strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills. Experienced in direct patient care and care plan development, ensuring optimal health outcomes through effective collaboration and communication.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
LPN Office Nurse
Puyallup Valley Enhanced Residential Care
Puyallup, WA
08.2019 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to prescribed protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs, assessing changes in condition and reporting to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans for residents.
- Educated patients and families on health management and medication adherence.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and office procedures.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling processes, improving operational efficiency in patient management.
- Served as a liaison between patients and healthcare providers, facilitating clear communication regarding treatment plans and expectations.
- Coordinated referrals to specialists when necessary, ensuring seamless transitions of care for patients within the healthcare system.
- Provided health education to patients on various topics such as medication management, disease prevention, and self-care strategies.
- Conducted thorough assessments of vital signs, lab results, and physical status to identify potential concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for each patient based on their specific needs.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Licensed Practical Nurse
Clover Park Technical College
Lakewood, Washington, WA03-2019
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Nursing documentation
- Leadership qualities
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Appointment scheduling
- Compassion and empathy
- Care plan development
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Critical thinking
- Patient charting
- Coaching and mentoring
- Staff supervision
- Infection control
- Teamwork and collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
LPN Office Nurse
Puyallup Valley Enhanced Residential Care
08.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Nursing - Licensed Practical Nurse
Clover Park Technical College